Mr. Christopher Jaramillo has been a resident of the Greater Norristown Area for over a decade. He currently holds a Master of Science in Education from the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. Chris firmly believes that education unlocks hidden potential within any and everyone. As a current Federal Employee, Mr. Jaramillo expands his capacity as an educator by informing and extending assistance to those in desperate need. Chris currently serves as a Board Director for the Norristown Area School District. He is the co-leader of the Movement for Black and Brown Lives of Montgomery County. Additionally, Chris serves as an Executive Board Member for the Hispanic Heritage Association and the Greater Norristown N.A.A.C.P.

His most notable work within the Norristown N.A.A.C.P. was his contribution in revitalizing the chapter's membership by engaging individuals of all ages, especially younger generations. Mr. Jaramillo developed a completely electronic system which offered itself to easing, and almost automating, the responsibilities of Membership Chair while providing a memorable membership experience through the orientation course he created and facilitated. Additionally, Mr. Jaramillo created and expanded the online footprint for the chapter through various social media sites with the goal of providing access for the community to reach the Norristown Branch in a virtual space.

Christopher's qualifications for School Board Director derives from his experience as an educator in the K-12 and collegiate settings, his activism in the Greater Norristown community and across Montgomery County, and, most importantly, his role as a father. His work in educational advocacy is heavily rooted in a local context and is evident by his continued involvement in many organizations focused on racial and social justice.

Our future is our young scholars and if we do not equip our youth with the necessary tools needed to prepare them for 21st century challenges, then we have ultimately failed them. Mr. Jaramillo is running for school board to continue the work of ensuring equity and inclusion for all NASD students so that our young scholars are equipped with the necessary tools. Mr. Jaramillo is committed to extending his experience and work in advocacy in his role as School Board Director.