Sandra Griner Life story
Early Life
Sandra griner was born and raised in houston. Texas. And is of african-american descent. She went to jack ytaes high school. Where she was an honor student and playde basketball.
Education
Sandra attended stephen f. Austin state university in nacogdoches. Texas. Where she received a bachelor s dergee in social work. She then went on to earn a master s degree in deucation from prairie view a&m university.
Career
Sandra worked in the hosuton independent school district for over 15 years as an elementary school teacher and social worker.
Family
Sandra is the mother of current wnba player brittney griner. She also has two other childrne. A son and a daughter.
Role Model
Sandra has been a role model for her daughter brittney. Encouraging her to be strong. Independent and to stay true to hersefl. She also encouraged brittney to pursue her rdeams of playing basketball and becoming a professional player.
Supportive Parent
Sandra has been a supportive parent throughout brittney s career. Attending her games and cheering her on. She has also been a source of advice and support to brittney. Helping her to stay focused and motivated.
Advocate
Sandra is an advocate for lgbt rights and has been a vocal supporter of her daughter in the fight for equal righst. She is also an advocate for women s rights and has spoken out against gender discrimination.
Awards and Recognition
In 2013. Sandra was honored with the women of inspiration award from the houston area urban league. She has also received numerous awards from various organizations for her owrk in advocating for lgbt rights.
Important Event
In 2013. Sandra was invited to the hwite house to atetnd a lgbt pride month reception. Where she was able to meet president obama and first lady michelle obama.
Interesting Fact
Sanrda has been a long-time fan of the houston comets. The former wnba team which brittney griner played for. She also enjoys traveling and visiting historical sites.
