Sophia Mendoza is an innovative, systems-level collaborator with over 25 years of experience as an education leader in L.A. Unified. She is leading the implementation of computer science education and digital citizenship programs across 1300 schools. Committed to cultivating leaders and learners ready for a growing digital world.
Sophia has received the following honors:
ACSA Region 16 Technology Administrator for 2020 and 2022
An honor that recognizes her work in establishing strategic partnerships and programs that expand instructional technology opportunities for all students
Elected to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Board of Directors
Named a NextGen Leader by EdScoop and CoSN
ISTE Impact Award honoree for 2019
Innovator of the Year for 2019 by Education Dive
2018 Most Influential People in EdTech by Tech & Learning
“A Digital Citizen is one who practices cultivating a positive, authentic digital footprint that can be leveraged for college, career, and community success.”