Nice to Meet You!
Did you know that the In and Out-of-School Time field has some of the greatest working professionals that ‘Inspire Youth, Inspire Learning, and Inspire Change’ year-round? TEAMBOOST proudly features BOOST Partners, Ambassadors, and Leadership Team members in the GTKY (Getting to Know You) collaborative blog series! Today, let’s Get To Know BOOST Leadership Team Member, Lilly Perez (She and Her/ELLA).
Thank you, Lilly, for your meaningful contributions to the BOOST community! We appreciate you!
Get to Know BOOST Leadership Team Member Lilly Perez (She and Her/ELLA)
Lilly is the Director of Expanded Learning Opportunities for Fallbrook Union Elementary School District in Fallbrook, CA.
What is one thing that motivates you? Share your inspiration.
I am motivated by bringing out the greatness in others and helping others become leaders – students and staff. Everyone has talents and strengths, and I love to cultivate, nurture, and support those I can.
Do you have any pets? If so, tell us about them!
I have a 4-year-old tabby cat named Chukas, and he is a Cat-dog. He knows how to fetch and roll over. He is very loving but very skittish and follows me everywhere. Recently, I welcomed Remy into my family. He is a 4-month-old white kitten.
What go-to song would you sing at Karaoke night?
The Joker – Steve Miller Band
Share any unique hobbies or talents. 
Card-making on Cricut and gardening
Favorite animal noise?
My favorite animal noise is purring from kittens.
What are you currently reading?
I am reading Atomic Habits by James Clear. I love to read. I don’t have a favorite book.
Share an inspirational quote that resonates with you.
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi
What advice would you give your teenage self?
Probably to enjoy those years more and spend more time with my mom. 
If you really knew me you would know that…
I am a giver and like to help others.
Today for breakfast I had…
Greek yogurt with shredded coconut and strawberries.
From all of us here at TEAMBOOST, thank you, Lilly, for sharing your leadership with us. You are a wonderful partner and a shining light for youth!
Raynee Russell
Hi Lilly! I loved reading this. Did you know that being a giver and helping others alleviates more stress than giving to yourself? While I think self-care is extremely important, it’s equally important to continue to give/help others, especially when we feel as though we DON’T have the time to do so.
I will be right there singing alongside you, great karaoke song of choice. Can’t wait to meet you in person at BOOST 2025!