Itzeni Nayeli Lopez is a wife, mother of three daughters, and passionate advocate for creating environments where children and families can thrive. She believes education is the foundation of curiosity and the gateway to new opportunities.

Nayeli currently serves as the Executive Director of Elementary Learning Centers at the Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties, overseeing programs that support eleven school districts. In this role, she partners with community organizations, district leaders, and families to expand access to high-quality educational opportunities and supportive resources. Her career has focused on strengthening family engagement and fostering inclusive, caring spaces for both children and educators. She previously served as a Family Learning Manager and Educational Navigator at the Learning Community Center of South Omaha, and as a bilingual liaison at Beals Elementary. She also directed the LIVE Leadership Camp for over a decade, helping young people explore leadership and service.

Nayeli holds dual Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Guided by her belief that teachers deserve care, appreciation, and support, Nayeli’s work centers on building collaborative strategies and fostering environments where every child can explore their innate talents and every educator can flourish.