As a seasoned educator, Regi brings over 17 years of experience in public education to her role. As a former lead teacher at an arts-integrated magnet school, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and a Master of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education from the University of South Carolina.

Regi's commitment to educational innovation is evident through her completion of a comprehensive arts integration specialist program in 2018. With a background in teaching first and second grades, as well as serving as an instructional coach, she advocates for empowering teachers with strategies and tools for engaging students through arts integration. Regi's dedication has positively impacted classrooms, schools, and students' futures.