Gunnar Rawlings

Educator

Gunnar Rawlings is an experienced educational and business development professional who currently serves as the Vice President of the Corporate Work Study Program and Strategic Initiatives at Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep.1 3 Here are some key details about his background and role:

Education and Early Career

Gunnar Rawlings holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Boston College and a Master of Education from the University of Notre Dame.1 He has been involved with Cristo Rey Dallas since its inception, playing a crucial role in the school's establishment and growth.

Role at Cristo Rey Dallas

Rawlings has been with Cristo Rey Dallas since 2013, when he was hired to help lead the process of bringing a Cristo Rey Network school to Dallas.5 His involvement with the school has evolved over time:

He initially ran lead on the feasibility study and business planning for the school.1
From 2013 to 2017, he held various roles during the school's startup phase.1
By 2017, he was serving as the Executive Director of the Corporate Work Study Program.1 2

Current Responsibilities

As Vice President of the Corporate Work Study Program and Strategic Initiatives, Rawlings' responsibilities include:

Overseeing the Corporate Work Study Program, which is a key component of Cristo Rey Dallas' educational model.1 4
Leading the recruitment and servicing of over 100 corporate partners for the program.1
Managing strategic initiatives for the school.4

Impact and Vision

Rawlings has expressed his commitment to the Cristo Rey Dallas mission, stating, "I am humbled and honored to be part of the Cristo Rey Dallas community. I look forward to working with such a talented team who is focused on empowering students to be college and career ready while growing their spiritual faith."1

His work at Cristo Rey Dallas reflects his dedication to providing educational opportunities and career preparation for students in the Pleasant Grove area of Dallas, where the school is located.1 3