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2024-2025 NDECPTA Advisory Board

President: Lexi Jewell

1st Vice-President: Caroline Nichols

Secretary: Katie Fleming

Treasurer: Jess Brillion

Parliamentarian: Elizabeth Case

Programs: Jannan Logan*, Kate Rodriguez
Membership Committee: Libby Hamer*, Jenny Babb, Raegan Plattner
Communications Committee: Kalpana Hull*, Caroline Parent, Meghan Pandith
Fundraising Committee: Leah Nolan*, Bre Sparkman Sharp, Kendal Dodge, Chelsea Sammons, Michelle Semtner
Social Committee: Lea Caprice*, Sylvia Gary
Community Service Committee: Jamie Helbing*, Markie Campfield
Nursery Committee: Amanda Cihak*, Maryanne Kuc
Sponsorship Committee: Margaret Hart*, Bianca Cihak
Playgroups: Melissa Campbell*

Sunshine: Kelly Lesieur*
Special Interests: Kaylan Green*


*Denotes VP or Committee Chair


President: Lexi Jewell

Kids: Callahan (5) &  Colsen (2)

Neighborhood: Midway Hollow

I’m known for my over-the-top parties - I love a good theme and a reason to celebrate! As a family, we love to travel and my husband and I are slowly visiting all of the National Parks!

Instagram: @lexijewell




Parliamentarian: Elizabeth Case

Kids:Daniel (11), Jonathan (7), Sarah (5), Aaron (3)

Neighborhood: Webb Chapel/Royal

I’m a mostly at-home parent and do some part-time systems engineering work. love to bake, crochet, and play board games. I am looking forward to play dates and Mom’s night out events this year!

Instagram: @elizabeth_icase




VP of Communications: Kalpana Hull

Kids: Liam (6) & Miles (3)

Neighborhood: Bent Tree

I moved here to Dallas in March of 2021 and quickly joined the NDECPTA. I've met some amazing families and can't wait for all the fun this year! I love reading, home improvement projects, and newest obsession - Mahjong!

Instagram: @k.i.hull



 Community Liaison: Jamie Helbing

Kids: Harper (5) and Hudson (2)

Neighborhood: Northaven Park

Born and raised in Minneapolis and have been in Texas for 12 years now. I love kids, animals, traveling and all the awesome restaurants we have here in Dallas. Every morning I drink coffee and play Wordl. I heard about NDECPTA from my friend Sylvia who invited me to RoundUp in August 2022 and I've been a member since! I'm most looking forward to after school playdates and the speakers we have lined up for the meetings.

Instagram: @jamiehelbing



Nursery Chair: Amanda Cihak

Kids: Quinn (17mo) & Baby boy due in Feb

Neighborhood: Sparkman

I got involved in the NDECPTA after my sister in law suggested it. I joined right after I had my first baby to make mom friends and to start my baby off with some friends. Now about a year and a half later, I can happily say I definitely accomplished both goals and continue to get even more out of this group. About me, I like college football, board games, and travel! My daughter likes snacks, shoes, and playing in water.



Special Interests: Kaylan Green

Kids: Harriet (1)

Neighborhood: Far North Dallas (Hillcrest & Campbell)

I got involved in the NDECPTA after I left my job teaching music at St Rita Catholic School. Several of my teacher friends recommended the PTA to connect with other moms. I love to sing and I studied music at SMU. I currently sing in the choir at St Rita and used to be a member of the Dallas Symphony Chorus where I toured in Europe!

Instagram: @kaylanclaire



1st Vice-President: Caroline Nichols

Kids: Nora (6) & Freddie (5)

Neighborhood: Northwood Hills

With my youngest turning 5 this year, I’m looking forward to attending as many of my favorite PTA events as I can, in my last year as a “full” member. The Family Halloween Party is always a blast - it’s so fun to see the babies, kids, and grown-ups all in costume!




Secretary: Katie Fleming

Kids: Betty (3) and baby boy due in January

Neighborhood: Royal/Marsh

I am so excited to meet all of our new members this year! I am a full-time working mom, and I plan to take full advantage of my maternity, leave in the spring and attend as many events as possible. Our family loves to travel, visit new restaurants, and take walks with our Boykin spaniel, Tradd.

Instagram: @Kbvfleming



VP of Programs: Jannan Logan

Kids: Miles (5) & Quinn (6)

Neighborhood: Bent Tree

I am excited for the upcoming year of programs! We have great speakers lined up. I love the PTA book club because it has made me get back into reading. I came into this group not knowing anyone so I know it can be intimidating at first. Put yourself out there, you won't regret it.



Sunshine Chair: Kelly Lesieur

Kids: Beatrice (3) and Ida (4mo)

Neighborhood: North Dallas

I grew up in Upstate New York, lived and worked in Boston for five years, and then relocated to Dallas where I am enjoying raising my daughters and meeting other families. I’m an avid reader and love to learn. I’m looking forward to another year of play dates and organizing meal trains for new moms!




Playgroups Chair: Melissa Campbell

Treasurer: Jess Brillion

Kids: Emery (NB)

Neighborhood: Far North Dallas (Preston & Frankford)

I got involved when I was expecting my first to meet mom friends and for my son to grow up around other kids his age. Looking forward to experiencing all the fun & educational events this year as a fresh new member!



VP of Membership: Libby Hamer

Kids: Brooke (6) and Caleb (4)

Neighborhood: Northaven Park

I'm a long time NDECPTA member and have been lucky enough to make some amazing friends here. I'm juggling life with two kids, work, and my roles on the NDECPTA board, my kids' school's PTO board, and my daugther's Girl Scout troop. (So basically if you need help with something, I'm your girl.) I'm always down to talk books/TV or play a game of Mahjong!

Instagram: @LibbyH21




VP of Fundraising: Leah Nolan

Kids: Everett (4) and Riley (10m)

Neighborhood: Park/Forest

My husband and I love traveling with our two kids and quirky blue heeler! When I'm not working as an ICU nurse at Parkland, I enjoy drinking red wine, reading romantasy and babying my raspberry and blueberry bushes. NDECPTA changed my "parent life" and I love being involved!

Instagram: @CaffeineTID



Sponsorship Chair: Margaret Hart

Kids: Jack (2)

Neighborhood: Park/Forest

Just like my two year old Jack, I love to spend time at the pool and outdoors! I love cooking and I am always down for a glass of wine. I look forward to lots of fun play dates this year and meeting new buddies for Jack!

Instagram: @margaretkatiehart



Social Committee Chair: Lea Caprice

Kids: Catherine (3)

Neighborhood: Far North Dallas

I love fashion, wine and traveling. I’m excited to be a part of this community and can’t wait to get to know everyone better. I look forward to getting our members together for fun and memorable experiences throughout the year!

Instagram: @leacaprice



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