Michaela Ritz
CTE Program Manager
Michaela Ritz is a proud Bronx resident dedicated to cultivating people and the planet. Joining Solar One in 2021, she began as an Environmental Educator and currently serves as the Career Technical Education Program Manager. Michaela has developed years of experience in the areas of youth development, urban agriculture, and community engagement. She has worked with environmentally-aligned organizations such as Rocking the Boat, Wave Hill, and her family’s own non-profit Green Bronx Machine. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences and a minor in Environmental Studies from Skidmore College. When Michaela’s not on the job, she often can be found taking photos or spending time outside adventuring through the city.