Christiane Buggs

Christiane Buggs serves as the Chief Executive Officer of PENCIL since January 2024, overseeing operational leadership, program implementation, and financial health while anchoring the organization's mission to support Metro Nashville Public Schools. Prior to this role, Christiane held significant positions including Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance and School Board Member for Metro Nashville Public Schools, contributing to public education governance and community engagement. Additionally, Christiane has experience as a Project Manager and Manager of Literacy Partnerships with the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville, as well as in educational roles at Tennessee State University and Metro Nashville Public Schools. Christiane holds a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning in Urban Schools from Vanderbilt University, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Bachelor of Science in Physics, both from Tennessee State University.