Elizabeth (Beth) Brown is a Transformation Manager with the University of Chicago’s Network for College Success (NCS). In this role, Beth leads collaborative work with colleagues and school partners to develop adult practices and deepen school conditions that support improved student outcomes and experiences, especially for our least-served Black and Brown youth. Additionally, as Transformation Manager, Beth builds relationships and develops NCS’s partnership with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS).
Beth is a life-long educator who is deeply committed to helping schools honor and uplift the full humanity of all students. Prior to joining NCS, she served in CPS as a teacher, assistant principal, and district office member where she supported educators and schools in deepening culturally responsive practices and operationalizing the CPS Equity Framework. Beth began her career teaching Spanish in the District of Columbia Public Schools, followed by Oak Park Elementary School District 97 before transitioning to CPS.
