About Me

Dr. Tasia Fields is a veteran educator, visionary leader, and passionate advocate for equity in education with over two decades of experience. She has dedicated her career to creating inclusive learning environments, dismantling systemic barriers, and ensuring all students have access to the resources and opportunities they deserve. Dr. Fields holds a Doctorate in Education Policy & Organizational Leadership from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where her research explored the role of central office equity leaders in driving systemic change. Her academic background also includes a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction and an Education Specialist degree in Administration and Supervision, equipping her with a strategic understanding of education at all levels.

Throughout her career, Dr. Fields has excelled in leadership roles, including Director of Equity and Inclusion, where she developed the district’s equity framework and established its first equity advisory council. As an adjunct professor, she teaches courses on diversity and instructional technology, empowering future educators to engage in critical thinking and create inclusive classrooms. Through her consultancy, Great Minds Teach Alike, Dr. Fields provides tools and strategies to support leaders in achieving professional goals and driving meaningful change in education.

A proud single mother, Dr. Fields is inspired daily by her son, a talented scholar and musician. She is running for a local school board seat to continue her advocacy for quality education and community-driven solutions. Passionate about leveraging technology to enhance learning, Dr. Fields embodies her belief in education’s transformative power to change lives and communities.