In this episode of ‘On the Subject’, host Michael Velardo welcomes Maria López-Cisneros, an inspiring high school administrator and 2024 Napa County Woman of the Year, who shares her compelling journey from Jalisco, Mexico, to becoming the principal of Valley Oak High School and Napa Valley Independent Studies. With a lifelong commitment to education, Maria discusses her role in bringing the AVID program to NVUSD, supporting first-generation college-bound students, and her own experiences as an immigrant and trailblazer in educational equity. Tune in to hear how Maria’s unique background and dedication have shaped her approach to leadership and community involvement.