Meet the Equity & Family Engagement Team

Aloda Sims

Equity and Family Empowerment Coordinator  
Fridley High School District Office | 763-502-5063
Fun fact about Aloda: Aloda loves to play Bingo, and even has her own Bingo bag with different colored daubers! 🎳

I serve as the District’s Equity and Family Empowerment Coordinator, leading efforts to ensure that all students, families, and staff experience a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable learning environment. In this district-wide role, I develop programming and initiatives that promote diversity, foster inclusion, and provide support to engage families in their students’ educational experiences at Fridley Public Schools.

Carlos Villagomez

Hispanic Family Liaison
Fridley High School | 612-492-1433
Fun fact about Carlos: Carlos is a huge fan of the Mexico National Football Team! ⚽︎

Hello, I serve as the Hispanic Liaison at Fridley High School and Fridley Middle School. I bridge the gap between the school and Hispanic families, supporting communication, engagement, and access to resources. I work to connect families to community and school resources, ensuring they feel welcomed, informed, and actively involved in their students’ education.
 

Jade Tucker

Equity & Inclusion Specialist
Fridley Middle School | 763-502-5064
Fun fact about Jade: Jade enjoys doing projects around the house and fixing things! 🔨

Hello! I serve as our Equity and Inclusion Specialist at the Fridley Middle School, dedicated to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members of our school community. I work to ensure equitable opportunities, promote understanding across diverse backgrounds, and support initiatives that celebrate diversity and belonging throughout our school.
 

Ivan Celedon

Hispanic Family Liaison
Stevenson Elementary School | 763-502-5337
Fun fact about Ivan: Ivan also loves the Mexico National Football Team! ⚽︎

Hello, I am the Hispanic Liaison at Stevenson & Hayes Elementary that supports students and their families by connecting them to school and community resources, helping families feel welcome, informed, and engaged in their child’s learning. I serve as a bridge between home and school, fostering strong partnerships that support student success. 
 

Kahnnie Gbor

Equity & Inclusion Specialist 
Fridley High School | 612-547-9631
Fun fact about Kahnnie: Kahnnie is a FHS alum and was on the FHS cheer team! 🎉

Hello! I serve as the High School Equity Specialist, dedicated to ensuring that all students feel welcomed, valued, and supported. I work to create a strong sense of belonging within the school community, while upholding equity practices that promote fairness and respect. Through equitable coaching, collaboration with students, staff, and families, I help build an inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
 

Dontrell Bradley

Equity and Inclusion Specialist
Hayes Elementary School | 763-502-5274
Fun fact about Dontrell: He loves all things basketball! 

Hello! I serve as the Elementary Equity Specialist, working to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported. I provide mentoring and guidance to help students thrive, while fostering equity practices that promote fairness, respect, and belonging. In addition, I partner with families who may feel underrepresented, building bridges through communication and family engagement to strengthen the home–school connection.