Inspiring Leaders Transform Student Opportunities

Desert Hot Springs High School Students are Buzzing with Excitement for New Barber Class 

Think Together’s Desert Hot Springs High School program has been featured on NBC Palm Springs for the launch of a new barbering class. Through the collaborative efforts among students, school admin and the Think Together staff, up to 50 students will develop and master their barbering skills. Every week, students will engage in classroom theory and kinesthetic learning in the mock barber shop. Through this hands-on approach, Think Together staff aims to instill confidence in students, encourage professional development, and create a more meaningful impact. 

Learn more about how this barbering class is changing lives here!

Tia Dwyer Named Among Leaders of Influence by the Los Angeles Business Journal 

Congratulations to Think Together’s Chief Operating Officer Tia Dwyer! Her relentless dedication to changing the odds for kids has earned her a well-deserved recognition from the Los Angeles Business Journal in the 2024 Leaders of Influence: Nonprofit & Philanthropy. Tia was recognized for her exceptional ability to create an environment of success enabling our staff and organization to reach new heights. At Think Together, we are grateful for our leaders, who continuously discover new ways to make an impact beyond the classroom. 

Think Together’s Katie Roth and Jaclyn Aviles Acknowledged by LA Times as Inspirational Women in Leadership 

The celebration continues at Think Together as Executive Director of Philanthropy Katie Roth and Senior Strategist Jaclyn Aviles move forward in the Inspirational Women Forum and Leadership Awards hosted by the Los Angeles Times. 

As Executive Director of Philanthropy, Katie Roth has taken the reins of Think Together’s philanthropy strategy, ensuring that the organization’s services to students, families, and communities not only have the funding to meet but exceed the highest standards of enrichment and curriculum. Her leadership has been pivotal in securing the resources necessary to sustain and expand Think Together’s mission, impacting countless lives across the region.   

In her role as Senior Strategist, Jaclyn Aviles’ work with the enrichment accelerator initiative program has exposed students to exciting and engaging activities that go beyond what is taught in the classroom. With a positive and proactive approach to her work, Aviles sets up the teams she collaborates with for success with clear communication, honoring her commitments, and holding all leaders accountable to their best leadership. 

Congratulations to both exceptional leaders!