Dakari Butler
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Dakari Butler is more than excited to serve her third year as an ASP College Advisor!
Dakari grew up in the DFW metroplex. In high school, she was not provided with a non-profit committed to aiding in the college application process like ASP. Without additional help, the application process was overwhelming at times. Despite this, Dakari graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts.
Although she is grateful she was able to apply independently, she does not want the next generations of scholars to do the same. Especially 1st generation low-income students, who are most in need. Looking back on her time applying for college, she understands that she would have had more access to opportunities if she just had additional guidance. Dakari is dedicated to ensuring that students are aware of every option and opportunity available to them.
Ana Belmonte
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Ana Belmonte is excited to serve as an ASP College Advisor at Booker T. Washington High School. She grew up in the Pleasant Grove area in Dallas, and is a first-generation college graduate who attended the College of Saint Benedict where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.
With eight years of experience in college access, Ana is passionate about helping students discover their interests and guiding them as they shape their post-secondary paths. She sees higher education as a driving force for change, one that not only opens doors for students, but also uplifts their families and communities for generations to come.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching documentaries, visiting museums, traveling and exploring new ways to channel her creativity.