EIF Advisor Spotlight
Working with high school students is challenging, but what often makes a difference in their life is having someone who is relatable, inspiring, and shows genuine concern. Education is Freedom prides itself on providing campus-based higher education advisors who possess these qualities. Erbin Ayala, advisor at Seagoville High School, embodies the spirit of EIF. Erbin began his career at EIF in June 2012 and expresses the rewards of being an advisor. Erbin states, "without a doubt the interaction with students is my favorite part. Above all, being an agent of change and ultimately shifting the trajectory of young peoples' lives is the best part of my job". He has been successful in guiding his students to their fullest potential and helping them find their future.
Erbin is a first generation university graduate whose parents came as immigrants from Central American during the Guerrilla Civil War in El Salvador. As a Rising Star and Hispanic Scholarship Fund scholarship recipient, Erbin understands the importance of financial aid when pursuing a college education. Erbin began his post secondary education at Eastfield Community College, a first step he highly recommends to students with financial concerns or who are exploring their options. After completing his core curriculum, he transferred to the University of North Texas where he obtained a bachelor's degree in International Studies with a Spanish minor. Erbin is eager to continue making great progress at Seagoville and declares, "We will meet and exceed all DISD expectations alongside the Seagoville administration this year and I hope we raise the bar for increasing our college-going culture. "
