Cindy was born in Boston and grew up in the Greater Boston Area. She earned her B.A. in Political Science and Chinese Language and Culture from Beloit College in 2022. Though she thinks the Midwest is underrated, she has since returned to Massachusetts and she joined Steppingstone as an Admission Assistant in 2023. Being a first-generation college graduate herself, she appreciates being able to both work with Scholars and help them reach their academic goals.

Danielle received her Ed.M from Harvard’s Graduate School of Education and her B.A. from Bates College.  She has spent the majority of her career working at schools in New York and New England, and loves speaking with students about their favorite things: classes, books, games, artists, etc...

Originally from New York City, Danielle is a huge fan of live theater.  Although she cannot carry a tune, she can often be found singing songs from her favorite musicals (loudly) to her patient family and friends.  

Danielle is very excited to welcome new Scholars and their families into the Steppingstone community.

Ailyn joined Steppingstone in 2023 and supports both the Admission and Academy teams in her role. She is a Steppingstone Alumna and first-generation college graduate, receiving her B.A. in Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Stanford University. In her role, she looks forward to learning from and supporting the Steppingstone community throughout the first chapters of the Scholars Program journey.