Crystal Muñoz, founder and Executive Director of Roots Family Center, brings over 12 years of experience working with HIPPY and Parents as Teachers (PAT) programs. She previously served as Chief Operating Officer at Focus Points Family Resource Center in Globeville, Elyria, and Swansea—an organization that has provided HIPPY and PAT programs to thousands of Spanish-speaking children and their families for over 20 years.

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Crystal has witnessed firsthand the transformative outcomes and steady growth that families experience when they have access to these programs. She holds dual certification as a PAT supervisor and home visitor, and she is a national trainer for HIPPY USA.

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Having grown up in the community Roots Family Center serves, Crystal has a personal connection to its mission. Her three children attended Denison Montessori, a southwest Denver public school, further deepening her ties to the families and neighborhoods she works tirelessly to support.

​​​Alejandra López, Bilingual Parents as Teachers Coordinator and Home Visitor, brings over six years of experience in home visitation programs. She has held various roles, including as a parent, home visitor, and coordinator, which has given her a unique understanding of the challenges families face.

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In addition to her role, Alejandra has coordinated community wellness programs like nutrition classes, Zumba, and community gardens. She is also a certified facilitator in Family Development Credential, a program focused on strength-based family support.

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Born and raised in the community Roots Family Center serves and continues to live there with her family, strengthening her connection and commitment to the families she serves.

​​​"I like to work in this community because I can contribute directly to more families so they can find support, resources and tools that can help them be better in life and at the same time they can guide their families with confidence to transform all to a better future. "

​​She was once a participant in the program with her two youngest daughters and is now part of our team, guiding other families through their children’s learning journey.

​​"I love working with and supporting parents in their children's education. Through our programs, we strengthen and prepare children to succeed in school and life." Josety is also a parent in the program.

​​Silvya is a proud member of the Southwest Denver community. She helps parents of children ages 3 to 5 guide their learning journey and prepares them for academic success.

Fabiola is an active member of the Westwood community and collaborates with local organizations such as BuCu West, LifeSpan Local, Una Mano Una Esperanza, and Westwood Unidos, among others.

​Janeth is an active member of the Westwood community who is passionate about supporting and working with families.