2020-2021 Seminole County Council Board

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My son was diagnosed with Autism at 2 1/2 years old. I became involved at his school and as I did activities with the other children and saw the joy when I wore a superhero cape or dressed up as Cat in the Hat I saw a need. My son is now 11 years old and a happy and talkative boy. I have been involved in PTA for 6+ years & advocating for 9. Local level positions: fundraising, legislative, Treasurer, Vice President, and President. County level: Area Chair, VP of Local Units, and President. I have been a part of many amazing groups throughout the years but my greatest title will always be "Jordan's Mom."
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I am the proud mom to my son who is in middle school, and my daughter who is in elementary.  They are my whole world and my whole heart.  I joined PTA to be more involved in their world, and to help where I can.  I work full time as a Finance Project Manager.  I am working on my Master in Information Systems, and my other development includes a MBA in Finance, Bachelor of Business Administration, Associate of Arts, Golden Key National Honor Society, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, National Honor Society of Leadership & Success, Toastmasters, Women of the World Graduate
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​Michelle is a single mother of an 11 year old and works full time as a Senior Technology Manager. Michelle says: I like the quote from Brene Brown: 'Unused creativity isn't benign. It lives within us until it is expressed, neglected to death, or suffocated by resentment and fear.' Children are naturally creative and providing them an avenue to create and be recognized is necessary and wonderful.
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Seminole County PTA member since 1980
Retired SCPS teacher (LD and Social/Emotional)
2 grown daughters (SCPS & UCF grads)
Years as Girl Scout Leader, Trainer, and Outdoor Training Coordinator
Member of Seminole Education Association, Seminole UniServ, Florida Education Association, National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers (member, school rep, elementary rep, delegate,  treasurer, secretary, vice chair, trainer, Women's Issues Committee)
Current hobbies (besides PTA):  Reading, crochetting and knitting, sharing skills with others, and learning new computer skills 
Current areas of concern: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resiliency, Opioid Addiction, Human Trafficking, Homelessness, Food Insecurities. Racial Equity 
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I am a proud mom to a tween. I became active in PTA three years ago at their request for me to be more involved at school. I've held positions as a Treasurer, Room Representative Chair, Communications Chair and Legislative Chair. I proudly graduated from the University of Florida in 2020 with a B.S. in Public Relations while minoring in Psychology. My favorite thing about PTA is being able to be an advocate for all of our children!
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I was born in Venezuela and Spanish was my first language. I am a proud alumni of English Estates ES, Tuskawilla MS, & Lake Howell HS. I attended UCF on a full scholarship and graduated with a degree in Environmental Engineering. I have two daughters; they attend South Seminole Academy & Lake Howell HS.  One of the main reasons I got involved in PTA is because I felt it was important to lead by example and demonstrate to my daughters the importance of advocating for our community. I also currently serve as the Membership chair at South Seminole Academy PTSA, Scholarship chair at Lake Howell HS PTSA, and on the Seminole County Farm Bureau Board of Directors. I believe I have the best position at SCCPTA because I get to help recognize the amazing work our local units are doing.
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​I am a proud mom of three kids. All in different levels (Elementary, middle, and high) all three kids have attended Wilson Elementary where I have been SAC president for three years. I was a reflection president for a year in my eldest son’s high school. I started my journey when my oldest was in elementary school by volunteering in his classroom and soon started volunteering with the PTA to become more involved in the school and to have more of a voice as a parent on decisions that could impact my kids and all students as a whole. 
As a full time realtor and mother, I try to give as much time as possible to my kids and their activities and volunteering in schools, realtor association etc.
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Mini Martinez is a third-generation Hispanic American whose roots are grounded in faith and family. She has three children, one of who receives Exceptional Student Education services for a Specific Learning Disability. Mini is a dedicated parent volunteer and passionate PTA leader whose work includes: National PTA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fellow, PTA President and Secretary, Connections Mentor, Reading Acceleration Program Mentor, School Advisory Council member, and Seminole County Public School Equity Advisory Committee member. She believes in the potential of all children and advocates for equitable education and opportunities for all students.
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​I am a mother to two amazing children. My daughter is the reason I got started with PTA to begin with. She has autism and I wanted to be more involved (spy) with her school days. As I got more into the activities the PTA did, I saw there was this powerful group that made a wonderful and great impact in their communities. After a long break, I’m looking forward to helping my community once again. I’ve served as a Recording Secretary and Treasurer for my local unit. Area Chair and Seminole County Outreach for SCCPTA.
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My name is Allen and I’m a proud father of 2 amazing and energetic children. I pride myself on being involved in my children’s education from every standpoint.  Health and wellness is no different we strive to have fun activities that engage both mind and body. We pair that with having healthy relationship with food including ice cream , just in moderation. My goal is to help families realize that healthy eating and healthy activities are available for every income bracket… yes including occasional ice cream! 
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​She is the mother of two SCPS students ages 9 and 12.  Her husband Maurice, is a Harley riding US Navy Veteran who works for the VA Hospital at Lake Baldwin. Look twice for motorcyclists!  She is also the Odyssey Coordinator / Reflections Coordinator at Galileo School for Gifted Learning PTSA, she is a crochet entrepreneur / mentor by night who creates handmade dolls, custom wearables and by day she works from home as an HR Information Systems Analyst for a local theme park. She participates in book club, enjoys travel, and testing out her favorite recipes on friends and family in her home.
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​I am a mom of four little ones (8, 6, 6, and 3). My three oldest kiddos attend Evans Elementary in Oviedo, where I am also the PTA President. I started my journey with the PTA to become more involved in the school and to have more of a voice as a parent on decisions that could impact my kids and all students as a whole. In my spare time I write children's books, and if I'm not doing that you will find me either running (5ks are my jam) or outside putting my greenthumb to work in the yard. I love meeting new people and creating connections with them. I am excited about this new PTA year and being a part of this amazing team.
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​Tiffany is a mom of three (2 boys and a girl). She and her husband grew up in Atlanta, GA.  Her family spends time on the water, traveling, Disney, fishing and enjoying good food. She works full time and is the current President at a local Elementary school. She truly believes it takes a supportive village to do all things. Volunteering, even just a small amount of your time, makes a HUGE difference in the lives around you. 
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I am the proud mom of 2 sons who are now both UCF students. I became active in PTA 12 years ago because, as a former full time teacher and current substitute teacher, I know what a difference parent involvement can make.  I have loved working on all sorts of committees and have worn a number of hats in my local units over the years, most recently as Crooms AoIT President. It takes a village and the wonderful friends I have made in PTA along the way have truly been a part of our village.  As we move into our first year of "empty nesting", I'm excited to start a new adventure with this awesome SCCPTA team. What better way to do so than by helping our students further their education!
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​I’m a queer, nuerodivergent teen in attending Hagerty High School as a senior. I’ve been a student in Seminole County for all of my K-12 education and I also currently dual enroll at Seminole State. I was taught from a young age how to advocate for myself and my disabilities. While I’m proud of all my academic accomplishments the achievement I’m proudest of in my life is my Minecraft server with my friends :)
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Graduated University of Central Florida

Bachelors in Elementary Education
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Masters in Reading and Educational Leadership
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Dr. Coleman started her 25 year journey with SCPS in 1995 as a Drop-Out prevention teacher at Lake Brantley High. In 1999, she continued her career at Millennium Middle as an 8th grade Comprehensive Science teacher, and ultimately became the Pre-IB Guidance Counselor/Magnet Liaison.  She began her administrative career in 2005 at Greenwood Lakes Middle. Mia was named as SCPS Assistant Principal of the Year in 2008 and SCPS  Principal of the year in 2016.  Dr. Coleman holds a B.S. in Microbiology from University of Florida, a M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from University of Central Florida and an Ed.D. from University of Central Florida, in Educational Leadership. She has a beautiful daughter, Carmia-Syleste, who attends UCF and works at Rock Lake Middle.  Her hobbies include spending time with her family, enjoying the beach and scrapbooking.
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Mr. Gaffney started his career in education in 1995 as a PE teacher at Pine Crest Elementary where he remained until 2002. He became an Assistant Principal at Bear Lake Elementary from 2002-2004 then transitioned to Assistant Principal at Hamilton Elementary from 2004-2005.  He became the Principal at Hamilton Elementary in 2005 and remained there until 2008.  Following Hamilton Elementary, Mr. Gaffney was the Principal at Keeth Elementary from 2009-2016. In 2017, Mr. Gaffney became the Principal of Winter Springs High School after a very long tenure in elementary. Mr. Gaffney is married with have two children, both attending school in Seminole County.
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Michelle started her career in education in 1992 as a government and economics teacher at Lyman High School. She became an assistant principal at Lyman High School in 1997, principal at Rock Lake Middle School in 2002 and at Milwee Middle School in 2008. In 2014, Michelle was appointed to her current position, Executive Director of Student Support Services. Michelle and her husband have two children, both products of Seminole County Public Schools, and two grandchildren.