Leah Sperisen is a Kindergarten teacher for Durham Public Schools. She specializes in Early Childhood Education, and has worked in different educational settings around the world for 6 years. Along with being an educator she is a small business owner, PTA board member, NC Safe Schools board member, and equity advocate.

Leah earned her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology with an emphasis in Family and Child Science. She is passionate about advocacy in education for the most marginalized communities and does what she can to bridge the gap within her classroom. She speaks out to create a comfortable, inclusive and safe environment for her young students.

In her spare time she enjoys cooking vegan meals, supporting black owned businesses, hiking, going on adventures, and spending quality time with her partner and dog.