2026 Badge Summit

Dr. Marilys Galindo is the Senior Research Project Manager for the Center of Learner Pathways at Digital Promise. Prior to joining Digital Promise, she developed, launched, and administered a micro-credential program aimed at recognizing skills and competencies acquired by the childcare workforce in Palm Beach County, Florida. She has 10 years of experience in early childhood education and higher education and over 8 years of experience in elementary and middle school education. She has served as a teacher, department chair, curriculum writer, curriculum specialist, instructional designer, and manager. 
She earned a BS in early childhood education from Florida International University, a MS in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology from Nova Southeastern University, a MS in Educational Leadership and Policy from Florida State University, and an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction from Florida International University. She is passionate about promoting and fostering innovative teaching and learning environments that are equitable and inclusive while conducive to academic excellence.