Dr. Abigail Tarango, Executive Director of the El Paso Children’s Hospital Foundation, is a proud 1997 graduate of Ysleta High School who has dedicated her career to serving her community with compassion, leadership, and excellence.
Over the course of her career, Dr. Tarango has worked as a teacher; freelance writer; coordinator with the nonprofit El Paso Marathon Kids; UTEP-TRIO Upward Bound faculty member; and former director of special projects and strategic initiatives at Ysleta ISD. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction, and a doctorate in educational leadership.
Dr. Tarango’s commitment to uplifting others while representing Ysleta with pride is a true reflection of what it means to be part of our Ysleta family. Through her accomplishments, she continues to shine as an example for current and future generations of Indians.