A native of Washington, DC, and a graduate of Prince George’s County Public Schools, Dr.Andorful has dedicated her career to advancing educational equity and fostering collaboration through inclusive coalition-building efforts.
With experience living and working in various cities, Dr. Andorful has consistently championed increased access to quality education and resources for underserved students. As a former public high school social studies teacher in Washington, DC, she sought to broaden her impact, leading her to pursue further education in teaching and education policy.
Dr. Andorful's professional journey has seen her assume leadership roles in K-12 education across both private and nonprofit sectors. Her expertise spans research, community engagement, coalition-building, and strategic partnerships aimed at improving educational outcomes from secondary to postsecondary levels.
As the school board member for District 1, Dr. Andorful is committed to listening to the community and developing solutions that prioritize the needs of all students. Her dedication to the district is personal, with her own son currently enrolled in Prince George’s County Public Schools. She attributes her successes to the foundation laid by the school system and is determined to ensure the same opportunities for future generations.
Dr. Tiffini Andorful holds a Ph.D. in Cultural and Education Policy Studies from Loyola University Chicago, a Nonprofit Management Executive certificate from Georgetown University, an M.A. in Secondary Education from American University, and a B.A. in Sociology from Spelman College. Her doctoral research focused on factors impacting academic outcomes for urban female students of color. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.