Program Governance

Flowers Early Learning is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an active Policy Council elected by program parents. The Policy Council plays an important role in program decision-making, including reviewing budgets, grants, and policies, and holds two seats on the Board of Directors. If you have any questions, or are interested in joining our Policy Council, please contact Ivette Bucio our Communications and Engagement Coordinator.

2025-2026 Policy Council Members

  • Haylei Shepard (Niles HS) Chair
  • Sara Parkhurst (Cass EHS) Vice Chair
  • Jennifer Russell (Watervliet HS) Treasurer
  • Sydney Whittker (Watervliet EHS) Secretary
  • Amelia Espinosa (Bangor HS)
  • Evelyn Garcia (Bangor EHS)
  • Micah McCree-Davis (DEC HS)
  • Kadeejah Lee-Rodgers (DEC EHS)
  • Deborah Thrasher (Decatur HS)
  • Destinee Wadkins (Dowagiac HS)
  • Antonia Ledesma (Gobles HS)
  • Destiney Walston (Mattawan HS)
  • Khyra Kimble (Millburg HS)
  • Mykayla Kirby (Millburg EHS)
  • Kristin Survoy (New Buffalo HS)
  • Annie O’Connell (New Buffalo EHS)
  • Alli Harman (SMC HS)
  • Madison Gil (South Haven HS)
  • Mary-alice Wirick (Home Visiting)
  • Jennilee Moody (Community Member)
  • Sherry Bennett (Community Member)

Upcoming Policy Council Meetings

All meetings will be held in person on Wednesdays at 5:30pm.

Policy Council Meeting Minutes