7th Grade Team

Paige Cesario is the proud 7th grade math learning coordinator. Paige was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. When she graduated from high school, she continued her education at Limestone University as a student athlete for the women’s softball team. Paige obtained her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, as she had always dreamed of becoming a teacher. After graduation, Paige moved to Ohio with her husband and two dogs where she got her first teaching job in Steubenville, Ohio. Paige taught 5th and 6th grade math for 5 years in Steubenville, before transitioning into the virtual learning space. in 2014 Paigereceived her master's degree in Educational Leadership with a minor in Curriculum and Design. Outside of school, Paige enjoys working with animals, traveling with her husband, and laying by pool. 

Kia M. Dorsey (Ms. Dorsey) is the seventh grade ELA Learning Coordinator. She has worked in education for 5 years (2017) and is proud to continue her journey as an educator with KIPP DC.

Ms. Dorsey was born and raised in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is an alumna of Jackson State University and earned a master’s degree in Urban Education & Social Justice from the University of San Francisco. Although beginning in her own community, Ms. Dorsey’s journey as an educator has further expanded to other communities such as San Francisco (Bayview).

Ms. Dorsey is dedicated to establishing a strong foundation in both academic achievement and cultural wealth within the urban education system. She continues to empower the upcoming generation through her pedagogical approach to educational progression, including social and emotional learning, and culturally responsive teaching.