Jolynne Bartley

Associate Director of Children and Youth Services
Office 2202
540-568-4113
bartl2jx@jmu.edu

Jolynne has worked with the Institute for several years, first as an Early Literacy Specialist for the Gus Bus, then as the Gus Bus Program Coordinator, and now as the Associate Director of Children & Youth Services. She supervises staff and manages the administrative, logistical, and programmatic elements that ensure successful implementation of the Gus Bus program, Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program, Future Forward and Healthy Families. She oversees these grant-funded projects and programs, serving children, youth and families throughout the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. She has a B.S. in Arts Education from the University of Central Florida, an MPA from James Madison University, concentrating in Nonprofit Management, and a Certificate of Nonprofit Management.

Nancy Reséndiz Mejía

Program Director
Office 2206
540-568-3666
resendnx@jmu.edu

Nancy is the Program Director for the Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program. She supervises program staff, manages the tutoring program, and fulfills daily program duties. Having been a student of the Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program herself, she aims to support migrant youth in the Shenandoah valley in receiving equitable services in the community that allow them to reach their full potential. Nancy has been working for the program since 2014.

José Hernandez Urueta

Community Outreach Specialist
Office 2204
herna4jj@jmu.edu
540-830-4325
Available via Call, Text, or WhatsApp.

Jose Juan Hernandez is responsible for keeping our Regional Data updated. He conducts Identification + Recruitment of families in Shenandoah County and Rockingham County. He is our Community Outreach Specialist in outreach efforts. Jose Juan is passionate about supporting families in the area by connecting them with various services and programs. Jose Juan has a background in Design and is a peacebuilder from Javeriana University in Bogotá, Colombia. He has worked with populations from different backgrounds and holds an MA in Conflict Transformation and Restorative Justice from Eastern Mennonite University." 

Grace Rascon

Part-Time Family Education Specialist
Specializes in Winchester City and the Counties of Shenandoah, Frederick, Fauquier, Prince William and Clarke
Office 2208
rascongx@jmu.edu
540-830-3767
Available via Call, Text, or WhatsApp.

Grace is a part-time Family Education Specialist for the Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program. She is passionate in helping migrant children and their parents to succeed. She builds positive relationships with families, advocating for their educational needs. Grace is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s of Arts in International Affairs. And a minor in Spanish-English translation and Interpretation.

““When I meet a family they inspire me, to never give up, as they have done.”

Eliana Diaz-Aceituno

Part-Time Family Education Specialist
Specializes in Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County
Office 2208
540-830-3767
Available via Call, Text, or WhatsApp