Dr. Vasquez is a leader in transformative educational options for all students, utilizing pathways of continuous improvement to support learning. She believes it is our responsibility as Christian educators to serve the students in greatest need through high-quality academics, faith, and love.
As Open Sky Education, Regional Director of Compass Educational Programs in Arizona, she brings a wealth of knowledge, with over 20 years of experience in education. She has taught in junior high, elementary, and higher education, performing administrative, faculty, and leadership functions. This included grant writing and implementation, as well as supervising and providing intensive remediation to student teachers, supporting clinical practice functions, advancing professional development for faculty, and designing preparation for educator examinations. Her research is in character education, online communities, virtual supervision, teacher education, and instructional strategies for social studies content, English Language Learners, instructional technology, and servant leadership.
Tracy received a B.A. in Liberal Arts from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California where she earned her Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential. Upon relocating to Phoenix, Arizona, she obtained certification in the state, and earned her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, with a focus on Technology, from GCU. She completed her Ph.D. with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology.
She enjoys spending time with her husband Richard, as well as, running, reading, cooking, and traveling. With a strong network of faith, family, and friends, she is motivated by how her calling to work in the field of education can empower us to build His Kingdom.
