Texas Tech K-12’s advising staff has grown by two, with the addition of Roslen Davis and Jenna Sullivan.
With the continuing growth of Texas Tech K-12, the district has recently hired two new academic advisors: Roslen Davis (P-Sh) and Jenna Sullivan (Si-Z).
Roslen is a senior academic advisor from San Antonio with a background in English, technical writing and a love for all things sourdough.
Working in education has always been her calling, but it ended up actually being her second career. Working as a caseworker right out of college, Roslen transitioned to education in her mid-30s, beginning as an ELAR middle school teacher. Her last role before coming to Texas Tech K-12 was as an assistant principal of instruction for K-3 grades.
As an academic advisor, she supports students and their families by helping them plan their academic paths through advising on course selection, monitoring progress and helping them set and meet their educational and career goals.
“I’m a firm believer that we were all put on this earth to help and serve others,” Roslen said. “What better way to do that than to love and support children by walking alongside them in their academic journey?”
Before she knew about Texas Tech K-12, Roslen believed online learning was a platform that mostly took off after COVID-19. When she found out Texas Tech has been offering K-12 curriculum at a distance for over 30 years to families seeking an alternative learning environment, that legacy appealed to her. She’s also enthusiastic about being able to support high school students as they get ready to enter their post-secondary education.
“Planning for your future, whether you choose to attend college or go into the work field is a big deal and a big decision, and many people do not have the support systems in place to help guide them through that decision-making process,” Roslen explained. “I’m glad to be able to be a small guiding light for our students in this season of life and learning.”
Her personal advice to students is to not be afraid to reach out. Ask all the questions. Look for all the resources that are available and utilize them. Stay curious; keep learning.
Jenna, from Tallahassee, Florida, brings a background in music education and administration. A music lover at heart, she’s also a Cub Scout leader who enjoys all things outdoors.
She spent 14 years teaching elementary music in Florida public schools. During that time, she earned a master’s degree in educational leadership.
Jenna is passionate about lifelong learning for all and describes herself as a servant. She is enthusiastic about helping children and families, which is why she values her role as an academic advisor, counseling students on the best path and enrolling them in their courses.
In fact, it was the flexibility Texas Tech K-12 afforded to families that caught her interest in the program.
“Many families need or desire a setting other than a brick-and-mortar school,” she said. “While the program provides flexibility, it is also a rigorous program committed to academic excellence.”
“The most satisfying part of my job is hearing from families that Texas Tech K-12 is the best fit for their student, and that they really appreciate all that the school and its teachers and staff have done for their child.”
Jenna and her husband, Corey, moved from Florida to Lubbock in 2023 when he was hired as assistant professor of Choral Music Education and associate director of Choral Studies in Texas Tech’s School of Music. They have two children and two cats who keep their house “lively and full of joy.”