Staff Members
Gladys Aldana
Gladys is a Cultural Liaison. As cultural liaison, she provides language support to our six-member school districts. She also keeps track of bills, yearly data, and registration. Gladys is a graduate of Worthington High School, and currently pursuing her TESL degree at SMSU. Gladys can be reached at gladys.aldana@isd518.net or at the main office line, 507-376-3300.
Bridget Borer
Bridget is the Achievement & Integration Coordinator for NCIC. She manages the day-to-day operations of the NCIC office and provides leadership support to the Youth Development Leaders, Cultural Liaisons, student members, and school staff. She also works with the community at large to develop and implement trainings and presentations that promote equity and inclusion. You can contact her at bridget.borer@isd518.net or 507-727-1145.
Chansouk Duangapai
Chansouk is a Youth Development Leader. He coordinates out-of-school programs for 7th-12th grade students. The programs focus on cultural awareness, leadership development, academic success, civic engagement, and college & career readiness. He also provides direct services to students at the Worthington High School. Chansouk is a graduate from MN West, and he received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota. You can reach Chansouk at chansouk.duangapai@isd518.net or 507-727-1114.
Lila Duron
Lila is a Youth Development Leader. She coordinates out-of-school programs for 7th-12th grade students, as well as homework help, direct services at the Prairie Elementary School, and language support for NCIC member school districts. Lila is a graduate of MN Virtual Academy. Lila can be reached at ana.duron@isd518.net or 507-376-6105.
Hkee La Htoo
Hkee is our newest Youth Development Leader. She is a graduate of MN West with an AS degree in business management and is now pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Metro State University. She can be reached at hkeela.htoo@isd518.net or the main office line, 507-376-3300.
Elizabeth Ramos-Loza
Elizabeth is thrilled to announce herself as the newest member of NCIC, joining as a Cultural Liaison. A Worthington High School graduate, she is currently completing her AS degree in Human Services with a focus on Child Development at Minnesota West. Excited to be part of a fantastic organization that has played a significant role in her life, she is eager to give back to the community and contribute to the wonderful experiences that were once provided to her. She looks forward to being a valuable member of the team. She welcomes others to reach out to her at elizabeth.ramos@isd518.net
Alyssa Sounthala
Alyssa is a dedicated Youth Development Leader. Her focus during the school year is out-of-school programs tailored to 7th-12th graders. She also facilitates the Read Naturally Live program for 2nd graders at Prairie Elementary. In the summer, she coordinates the Ready, Set, Read! program for incoming 3rd graders. In addition, she regularly supports the Homework Help program for 6th to 12th graders. She is a proud graduate of Worthington High School, and recently started her college journey at MNWest to become an elementary education teacher. Don’t hesitate to contact her at alyssa.sounthala@isd518.net.