Perla Tapia has dedicated more than 12 years to education as a student liaison, mentor, teacher and now as an administrator. Additionally, she has proudly served as an Air Force Reservist for the past ten years. As a First Sergeant, she is the Chief advisor to the Commander and is responsible for the morale, welfare, mentoring, well-being, career progression, professional development and recognition of all assigned enlisted members.
She holds a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Chemistry and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership - both degrees from Arizona State University.