Lauren Sanchez '16, former Marin Catholic Cheerleading and Dance Team co-captain, is a dancer, choreographer, and San Francisco public relations professional specializing in brand collaborations and celebrity partnerships. She holds both her bachelor's and master's degrees from USC's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, along with a minor in Dance from the USC Kaufman School of Dance. During her time at USC, Lauren trained at the EDGE Performing Arts Center in Hollywood, learned from Emmy-winning choreographers for Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus, and Madonna, appeared as a background dancer in a Kacey Musgraves music video, and was selected for the prestigious Steps on Broadway Summer Intensive in New York City. As a student at Marin Catholic, she earned the USA Cheer Camp Individual Spirit Award, Most Valuable Player Award, and St. Sebastian's Sportsmanship Award. With 14 years of teaching experience through dance programs across Marin County, Lauren has also served as a judge for MC cheerleading tryouts and is excited to return as a coach.