“madalena’s life experiences are truly one in a million; when she speaks, people listen.”

— C.M., Colorado

A story unlike any other - Madalena is the daughter of internationally renowned police officer, Deputy Chief AJ DeAndrea (retired), turned active shooting survivor, turned school district emergency management specialist, turned recovery and resiliency advocate, turned school district Senior Manager of Strategic Projects, Recovery, and Resiliency.

A proud Colorado native and former student body president at the University of Colorado Boulder, Madalena is passionate about empowering individuals and communities with the mindsets and tools needed to build resiliency even in the face of life’s uncertainties.

“One of the most unique and inspiring voices in school safety today, Madalena DeAndrea shares her personal and lived experiences with a kind of bravery and pure intention few people can come close to demonstrating in their lifetime. From growing up as the daughter of a police officer to surviving a deadly mass shooting, DeAndrea reflects thoughtfully on her own heroic journey forward, finding purpose in pain and healing through helping. Now Senior Manager of Strategic Projects, Recovery, and Resiliency for the Jeffco Public Schools and lauded public speaker, Madalena delivers powerful inspiration and practical takeaways to all who hear her message. “

-Michele Gay, Executive Director & Co-founder of Safe and Sound Schools

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