Patti is a native New Mexican with deep roots in the Hispanic and Native American Communities. After finishing High School, she left to work in the financial sector in the Washington, DC metro area. She completed formal training in data systems and computer networking technology. She returned to NM to start her family. She reentered the work force in 2006 and quickly became a top producing real estate agent. While seeking a school experience that better suited her children’s accelerated interests she came upon CIS.  After meeting the staff and speaking with other families, she enrolled her children at CIS. CIS opened the door for many rewarding volunteer roles including the Governing Council, PTA and SAC. In 2011, an opportunity to join CIS staff opened up and she gladly accepted a position as Receptionist and then Health Assistant. When CIS moved from Singer to Wilshire in 2013, Patti took a lead role in the complex process of moving locations. In 2015, Patti’s responsibilities expanded to include the Executive Office Manager role. You will sometimes see Patti singing karaoke around town or out salsa dancing with friends. She loves nothing more than helping and spending time with her family, friends and CIS community.