Wine: Cachai Chardonnay, Chile 2020

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BIO: Brenda Martinez

Brenda Martinez was born in Monterrey, N.L. Mexico, and later moved into the Garland, TX area where she became a naturalized citizen. She graduated from South Garland High School in the top ten percent of her class as a Texas Scholar and as a National Honor Society member. Martinez went on to complete her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of North Texas. She then went on to obtain a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from LeTourneau University and later earned a Master of Arts degree in Dispute Resolution from Southern Methodist University. 

Martinez is in her 14th year in education as an Instructional Coach for Richardson Independent School District. In her previous roles, she has been a teacher, coach, PTSO Liaison and sponsor for many different activities for the Inspired Vision School District located in Dallas Texas. She has also taught in the Garland Independent School District along with being named their 2020 Secondary Teacher of the year for the district. She has also been department chair for the Garland Independent School District at Jackson Technology Center in Garland, Texas, where she taught seventh-grade history along with being the cheerleading sponsor. 

Martinez also served as a curriculum writer for the district and presenter for district professional development. She also served as the i3 campus leader, providing campus technology support, and was involved in the campus house system. Martinez was also involved with the AVID program. 

Currently she is writing curriculum for the Active Classroom Social Studies program outside the district and is also a Vocal Instructor at a local music studio in Plano, TX. She is consistently involved with her community in multicultural events and has shared her musical talent and expertise on education. It is her mission to inspire students and other educators.

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BIO: Ruby Chavez

Ruby Chavez is a high school counselor by day and content creator/founder by night. She is the eldest of three siblings, first in her family to pursue higher education and Mexican-American. She is located in the Silicon Valley and proud product of her community.

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