Samantha Seng covers education policy - early childhood, K - 12th grade, and higher education for NextGen Policy. The work includes advocating for policies and programs that promote access, equity, and student success at every stage of their educational career. Samantha joined NextGen after years in the California State Assembly, working on a wide range of issues for several different elected officials. Before moving to Sacramento, Samantha came from the non-profit sector, teaching, mentoring, and tutoring low-income and at-promise youth throughout the Bay Area. Samantha is a proud daughter of immigrants, a first-generation college graduate, and the first family member to hold a Master’s Degree - in Education from Lesley University. Samantha holds an undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley.