Jaime Escalante

Biography

Jaime Escalante’s life began in Bolivia, yet his influence soon reached classrooms across the United States as he became a champion of mathematics education for underserved students. He believed deeply in the potential of every learner, challenging them to master calculus with creativity, rigor, and unwavering encouragement.

Escalante’s insistence on high expectations and personal responsibility helped countless students achieve beyond what they thought possible, and his example endures as a reminder that education opens doors when fueled by belief and hard work.