Dr. Rocha, currently serving as the Bilingual Program Manager for the Texas Education Agency, embodies a passionate commitment to transformative bilingual education. A former bilingual and migrant student herself, she draws from personal experience to champion the implementation of additive bilingual education programs that champion equity, access, and positive academic outcomes for emergent bilinguals.

Before assuming her current role, Dr. Rocha made significant contributions as the Director of Dual Language for San Antonio ISD and as a Bilingual Specialist spanning PK-12th grades for Region One and McAllen ISD. Her journey includes serving as a dual language teacher at PSJA ISD and as an adjunct professor at UTPA and TAMUK, further solidifying her expertise in the field.

Dr. Rocha's dedication extends beyond administrative roles; she is fervently committed to serving bilingual educators, administrators, LEAs, emergent bilingual students, and their families. Her mission involves increasing awareness and disseminating best practices that address the cultural and linguistic needs of emergent bilinguals. At the forefront of her vision is the expansion of effective dual language immersion programs from PK-12th grade, with the ultimate goal of enhancing student outcomes statewide. Driven by a profound sense of purpose, Dr. Rocha stands as a dynamic advocate for bilingual education, tirelessly working to create an inclusive and empowering educational landscape for all stakeholders.