Roya was born in Chicago, Illinois, but has spend a majority of her life here in sunny San Diego. She has completed her Associates of Arts in Humanities and is currently finishing up her Bachelors degree at Cal State University- San Marcos in Literature and Writing. As an Academic Coach, Roya has the opportunity to spend quality time with the kids and form meaningful connections with them as she aids in their academic success. Roya is a lover of all things fun. She especially enjoys reading a good book, superhero tv shows, most any show that can be abbreviated to “GG”, and collecting water bottles although she is perpetually dehydrated.