Board of Trustees

Ms. Lisa Johnson, Chair

ljohnson@ap-schools.org

Ms. Lisa Johnson has an administrative background in human resources and banking. Ms. Johnson completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources in June 2014 through DeVry University’s online platform. She is currently pursuing her Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management through DeVry’s Keller Graduate School of Management.

In her spare time, Ms. Johnson enjoys the peace and tranquility of reading a good book and going to the movies. Very high on her priority list is attending Saturday evening services at her local church. She says, “with all that is happening in this world, it is important to ensure that my foundation is sure.”

The proud mother of a daughter who attends Tacony Academy Charter High School, Ms. Johnson is the Parent Representative on Tacony Academy’s Board of Trustees.

Mrs. Barbara Saunders, Vice Chair

bsaunders@ap-schools.org

Mrs. Barbara Saunders’ interest in public education began with her involvement as chairperson of the Parents’ Association for the School District of Philadelphia’s Head Start program. During her affiliation with Head Start, Mrs. Saunders participated in a partnership with University Of Pennsylvania to develop a functional study tracking the success of Head Start students. She has also participated in the decision-making process in many aspects of Head Start, including renaming sites, opening new sites, qualification criteria, hiring procedures, and even disciplinary issues.

Mrs. Saunders’ human services career includes work in a supervisory capacity at several agencies. She supervised several Community Living Arrangements (CLAs) at Lynch Community Homes of Montgomery Co. (now KenCrest), and she also supervised a sheltered workshop program for individuals who were hearing and vision impaired at Overbrook School for the Blind.

Mrs. Saunders is passionate about children having access to a quality public education. She feels both honored and privileged to serve on the board for several schools within American Paradigm Schools. She is a proud parent of two children – both who are alumni of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School, the first American Paradigm School.

Ms. Evette Bowman-Treasurer

ebowman@ap-schools.org

Evette Bowman is currently a Research Analyst at West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a background in federal and state reporting.

She received a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Delaware State University in 1998. She has always enjoyed working directly or indirectly in the field of education.

On a part-time basis, you can find Ms. Bowman building partnerships within the charter school community by providing consulting services in the area of state reporting. This work involves training, state reporting monitoring, evaluation, and technical assistance as it relates to Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) – Pennsylvania Information Management System (PIMS).

Ms. Bowman is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Chester, PA Alumnae Chapter.  In addition, she serves as a campus advisor to the West Chester University’s Rho Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and seeking out new learning opportunities.

Her favorite quote is: “It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.” ~Napoleon Hill

Mr. Reginald Howard-Member

rhoward@ap-schools.org

Reginald A. Howard is a Mental Health Advocate, Influencer and Idealist. He uses his life experiences to ignite, inspire and empower others to prioritize their mental health. He has been featured on Comcast, The Philadelphia Tribune and in Voyage ATL magazine.

Rather it’s through his mentally healing podcast, his paradigm shifting book or his mental clarity coaching, Reg puts the motivation into Mental Health so that it can be the focal point of today’s conversation.

Through his emotionally connecting speeches, Reggie’s story furthers his mission to not only impact his community but people everywhere. From police departments to middle schools, he’s just looking to serve and leave the world better than he found it.

Ms. Regina Felder-Member

rfelder@ap-schools.org

A life-long resident of the Logan Community, mother of three and grandmother of five who enjoy working with students. A valued contributor to any school-based setting who embraces the Caring School Community. Mrs. Felder served as a representative on the Logan/Olney Equal Partners in Change committee for several years before she retired. During her career Mrs. Felder worked as an Administrative Assistant in the Student Life Center of Drexel University. She graduated at the top of her class as a Certified Nursing Assistant from Philadelphia Training Center in the early 8os. She moved onto a rewarding career as a Nursing Assistant at the University of Penn Hospital, OB/Gyn Department.

Mrs. Felder, in her spare time, loves shopping, spending quality time with her family and volunteering in her grandchildren’s schools, her home church and within her community.