Driven by a commitment to strengthening educational pathways and sustaining high-quality practices across Northern New Mexico, Tobie Baker Wright serves as Director of Pathways for the LANL Foundation. An experienced educator and former school leader, she champions initiatives that connect students, educators, and community partners to career and college pathways, culturally responsive programming, and economic development opportunities. Tobie brings over 20 years of leadership in education and workforce development, with a passion for place-based, community-driven approaches. Before joining the Foundation, she was a Senior Program Manager at JFF (Jobs for the Future), supporting the Pathways to Prosperity Network and creating the multi-state Possible Futures career exploration program. Rooted in New Mexico, Tobie lives in Española Valley and cares for a small farm using traditional and regenerative practices—an experience that grounds and inspires her work. She holds degrees in Environmental Science, International Studies, and Education, and advanced credentials from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Harvard Kennedy School.
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