Rebecca Thomas Gieskes

Rebecca Thomas Gieskes serves as the Chief of Staff at the Texas Public Charter Schools Association since June 2021, overseeing internal strategy execution and team alignment. Previously, as Vice President of Advocacy, Rebecca developed strategies to enhance support for public charter schools throughout Texas. Rebecca's extensive experience includes roles at YES Prep Public Schools, where Rebecca managed over fifty-five teachers and excelled in teaching AP Government. Other notable positions include Public Policy Advisor at Leadership for Educational Equity and Content Specialist at Teach For America, contributing to advocacy and professional development initiatives. Rebecca's early teaching career spanned various roles in local school districts and private institutions, showcasing a robust commitment to educational equity and student performance. Rebecca holds a Master of Arts in Political Science, focusing on Public Policy and Public Administration from Eastern Illinois University and a Bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at San Antonio.