Adela Solís, Ph.D.

Adela Solís, Ph.D. is an IDRA senior education associate. She earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Southwest Texas State University, a master’s degree in bilingual-bicultural studies from the University of Texas San Antonio, and a doctorate in education and applied linguistics from George Mason University. She also was national fellow with the Institute of Educational Leadership, George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Dr. Solís has more than 25 years experience as a professional development specialist and trainer. At IDRA, she is dedicated to training, evaluation and research work that promote excellence in the education of language-minority children. For about 10 years, her work has specifically focused on the education of English language learners in the nation’s secondary schools. Dr. Solís has been adjunct professor at the University of Texas San Antonio’s Division of Bicultural Bilingual Studies since 1990Dr. She is proficient in English and Spanish.