Alexandra (she/her/hers) serves as Director of Educator Network at the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C. Each and every day she has the pleasure of working with young people and educators who are addressing the planet's most pressing problems. Previously, Alexandra taught 6-8 grade Social Studies in D.C. Public Schools. She enjoys swimming at D.C. public pools, attending concerts, and reading books, especially if they are written by JK Rowling.