Jaqueline Queirolo ’05 Empowers Youth Through Education, Representation, and Volleyball
For Jaqueline Queirolo ’05, building community is a full-time job. Queirolo, originally from Peru and a Montgomery College alumna, works as an enrollment specialist for the Dual Enrollment program at Montgomery College. Her cultural background, experience as an immigrant, and bilingual skills uniquely qualify her to encourage Montgomery County high school students to earn college credits at Montgomery College while still in high school.
Queirolo represented Montgomery College at the Latina Legacy Conferences for both high school and middle school students in 2023 and 2024. During the events, conversing in English and Spanish, she connected with students in ways that resonated with them.
She also participated in a diversity, equity, and inclusion conference for Latino students, where she served on a panel of Latinas focused on empowering parents with tools to support their children academically.
She engages with families at back-to-school nights, community events, and local outreach opportunities, where she has helped make dual enrollment accessible to all, especially to parents who are navigating the system for the first time.
“These experiences have been powerful reminders of why representation matters and how much our community benefits when we are present, engaged, and proud of our heritage,” Queirolo said. “I carry this commitment into every event and every family I serve.”
In addition to her work at Montgomery College, Queirolo makes a significant impact in the community through sports. She served as the head coach of the Northwest High School co-ed volleyball team for three years, leading her team to a county title in 2022 for the first time in Northwest’s history.
She launched a mother-daughter summer volleyball clinic in Poolesville, Md., this past summer with her daughter, Jaylin Anderson. The clinic, covered by a story in Montgomery Community Medianew window, gives kids a safe space to grow, connect, and be celebrated, especially those who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, or need somewhere to belong.
“I want to show the community how to find activities that can make a real difference in their lives and make an impact because there are so many people out there who may be alone or suffering from the same experiences that I did while growing up. Even if it’s through volleyball, education, or simply representation, I want every student and family to feel seen, celebrated, and proud of where they come from,” Queirolo said.
As a proud Montgomery College alumna and former student-athlete, Queirolo takes great pride in supporting students and the broader community. Every day, she lives out the values that she carries as an alumna to encourage dialogue, empower individuals, and create genuine connections.