Dr. Martinez is a native of Fort Worth, Texas, and a proud alumnus of both Texas Christian University and Texas Wesleyan University. She has a bachelor's degree in Human Learning and Development and Mathematics, a master's degree in Educational Administration, and a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction. During her graduate studies, she was blessed to have studied abroad in both India and Italy. Dr. Martinez has been a FWISD educator for fourteen years with teaching experience in mathematics (grades 4-8).