Sherdren Burnside is Executive Director of Compassion Outreach of America, a faith-driven non-profit that mobilizes healthy faith communities, builds thriving communities, and supports excellence in public education. Burnside is a gifted teacher and proven leader in the education and non-profit sectors. She is the proud mother of Robert, Jr., Alexis, and Bethany. She resides in New Orleans with her husband of 21 years, Robert, Sr.