Melissa Castillo joined the CISNT team as an intern in July 2019 and has a background in case management and family engagement. She graduated from The University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Social Work and earned her Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington in August 2021. Melissa is passionate about creating safe spaces for students and having meaningful connections with families. As Program Director, she helps further CISNT’s mission by guiding a great team of Site Coordinators who provide wraparound services to ensure students have a community of support.

In her free time, Melissa loves being with her family and friends and planning her next trip.