Family Advisory Board

Meet the Learning Heroes Family Advisory Board (FAB)! This dynamic group of parents and guardians are advocates and leaders in communities across the country and share our values of strengthening trusting relationships between homes and schools. Established in 2022, the FAB plays an important role in elevating family voices and helps ground our work in the lived experiences of everyday families.

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Check out these powerful videos showcasing the voice of parents, featuring our Family Advisory Board members.

2025 Family Advisory Board

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    Amber Rhodes

    Amber Rhodes has spent the past five years in K-12 education, working as a family liaison and district registrar in Georgia. Through her role, she has gained invaluable insight into the importance of parent involvement, which she applies to raising her 8-year-old daughter.
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    Bethsua Martinez

    Bethsua Martinez is a dedicated advocate for equity and opportunity, with over 15 years of experience creating systems of support and striving to build a community where every child is inspired and empowered to reach their fullest potential. As a former teen mother, she faced significant challenges, including housing and food insecurity, while navigating college as a first-generation student.
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    Chantey Andrews

    Chantey Andrews is a people and culture professional, author, and anti-bullying advocate. She currently leads human resources and DEI for a global nonprofit and is the co-founder of Back Down Bully, a nonprofit dedicated to ending bullying in schools.
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    Catherine Gordon

    Catherine Gordon is a wife and mother, actively supporting her children in their learning journeys. Currently, she works as a human resources professional, focusing on technology, compliance, and operational efficiency in Maryland.
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    Claudia Celedonio-Penaflor

    Claudia Celedonio-Penaflor was born in Mexico and moved to Alexandria, Virginia, at the age of 13, where she completed high school and began building the foundation for her future. After graduation, she returned to Mexico to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Business Tourism and later came back to Alexandria to work as an administrator at the Mission of Mexico to the Organization of American States (OAS).
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    Raimele Reese

    Raimele Reese is a minister, seasoned consultant, and content creator with a passion for empowering others. As the CEO of RSR Consulting Partners, Raimele has over ten years of leadership and ministry experience to help businesses and individuals thrive.
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    Kimya Baxter

    Kimya Baxter is a proud Washingtonian, born and raised in the DMV area. As a single mother to three vibrant children and a loyal cat named Princess, Kim’s life is a testament to resilience, love, and determination.
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    Elaine Yoon

    Elaine Yoon, whose Korean name, Yewon, means “talent” and “best,” has spent much of her life exploring her unique strengths. She believes her greatest talent lies in her compassion, a quality she strives to nurture and use to make meaningful contributions to her community.
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    Brittany Harris

    Brittany Harris is a proud mother, lifelong Baltimorean, and University of Baltimore graduate with over a decade of experience in community engagement, youth development, and social change. Majoring in Community Studies and Civic Engagement, she brings a deep understanding of social issues affecting underserved communities.
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