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2026-2027 NDECPTA BoardPresident: Margaret Hart 1st Vice-President: Katie Fleming Secretary: Anna Isensee Treasurer: Megan Kremer Parliamentarian: Lexi Jewell Programs: Kate Rodriguez*, Hillary Ellington Membership Committee: Leah Nolan*, Bré Sharp, Maryanne Kuc Communications Committee: Carleigh Prewitt*, Jess Brillion, Marielle Maril Fundraising Committee: Samantha Culpepper*, Kimberly Bezner, Amber Schoenky, Stephanie Haynes Social Committee: Rachel Bowers*, Lex Cody Community Service Committee: Amelia Williams*, Meghan Pandith Nursery Committee: Kaylan Green*, Jess Hagan Sponsorship Committee: Chelsea Sammons*, Grace Chengery Playgroups: Katie Wombacher Sunshine: Kalpana Hull*, Bianca Cihak Special Interests: Amanda Cihak *Denotes VP or Committee Chair |
President: Margaret Hart Kids: Jack (4) Neighborhood: Park Forest I’m a mom to an energetic (almost) 4 year old boy, and a 6 year old Goldendoodle, Henry. A full-time Director of Marriage Preparation, and someone who truly values community and connection. Most days, you’ll find me balancing work, motherhood, and the beautiful chaos of life with a strong cup of coffee in hand. I love gathering with friends, pool days, cooking, and sneaking in a good workout at the Y when I can. I’m also an avid Mahjong player and firmly believe that some of the best friendships are built around laughter, shared stories, and a glass of wine at the end of the day. Building meaningful relationships with other women is something that means so much to me, and I’m always excited to meet new people, support one another, and create lasting friendships along the way. Instagram: @margaretkatiehart
Parliamentarian: Lexi Jewell Kids: Callahan (7), Colsen (4), Conrad (1) Neighborhood: Midway Hollow Mom of 3 young boys, I love making everyday moments special for my kids. Known for throwing a great party, I find a lot of joy in creating connection and memories. I love to travel, craft, read, and play mahjong with friends. To me, community means showing up for one another, building meaningful relationships, and creating spaces where families feel supported, included, and valued. It's vital in the journey of motherhood! I'm confident you'll find that sense of community in the NDECPTA! Instagram: @lexijewell
Kids: Will (4), Blake (3 mo) Neighborhood: Park Cities
I'm a SAHM from Flower Mound who joined the PTA knowing nobody and have made the most wonderful friends! I love cocktails, traveling, mahjong, manicures, thriller tv shows & spending time with my OG (fur) babies Izzy + Hannah. My favorite thing to do in Dallas is check out new restaurants!
Instagram: @carleighjayeprewitt + @carleighjayecreative Community Liaison: Amelia Williams Kids: Hadley (1) Neighborhood: Royal Hills I moved to Dallas with my husband and our dog, Simon, in 2020. Moving to a new city where we didn't know anyone had its challenges, but we're so grateful for the community we've built in Texas. I work from home full time, which gives me flexibility to spend time with our 1-year-old, Hadley, throughout the day. We were avid travelers before becoming parents last year and haven't let that slow us down! At 14 months, Hadley's already taken 28 flights, visited 16 states, and traveled to Europe twice. Outside of work and travel, I enjoy spending time outside, skiing, working out, and spending time with friends and family. Instagram: @ameliawilliamsfish
Nursery Chair: Kaylan Green Kids: Harriet (3), Pippa (1) Neighborhood: Flower Mound I am a former music teacher turned stay at home mom when Harriet was born in 2023. I moved to Dallas 20 years ago and attended SMU where I studied music. I taught music in Richardson ISD and at St Rita Catholic School. My family is currently moving from Far North Dallas out to Flower Mound! I am looking forward to making new friends while staying connected to the wonderful moms in the NDECPTA community! Instagram: @kaylanclaire
Special Interests: Amanda Cihak Kids: Quinn (3) & Ellis (1) Neighborhood: Sparkman I like college football, board games, baking, and travel. I am from Michigan and moved to Dallas about 13 years ago. I met my husband here then we spent some time (5+ years) living in Alabama but now we are back! I am a stay at home mom working under the shared dictatorship of my toddlers. Instagram: @bay1024 | I 1st Vice-President: Katie Fleming Kids: Betty (5), Chip (1) Neighborhood: Royal Hills I am a full-time working mom to a joyful incoming kindergartener, 5-year old, Betty, and a happy, mellow 1-year old, Chip. Our family travels a ton, both for work and play! My husband is originally from California and I was born and raised in South Carolina, although we've both made many stops along the way before ending up in Texas. We love the community we have made here and the friends that we've turned into our TX family thanks to the PTA! Instagram: @Kbvfleming Secretary: Anna Isensee Kids: Clara (3), Duncan (2) Neighborhood: Walnut Hill Estates I am a native Dallasite, a Christ-follower and a SAHM to two very silly toddlers. I love studying my Bible or reading with my kids on the couch under a giant blanket - we're all about some "cozy book time." I love playing my piano - my son will dance, and daughter will gently tell me I've had "enough music time for the day." I love everything that goes into making a good meal - planning, grocery shopping, cooking. Central Market is my happy place! I'm trying to get back into exercise, but I mostly just want to eat. The PTA has allowed me to connect with so many other wonderful moms and has truly enriched my motherhood and my kids' childhoods.
Instagram: @anna_isensee
VP of Programs: Kate Rodriguez Kids: Marcella (6) Teo (2) Neighborhood: Royal Hills
My husband and I are actors and moved to Dallas from Boston in 2016 (I'm originally from South Dakota, he is from Puerto Rico), and we have no family in town. We had our first baby July 2020 and everyone in my neighborhood kept telling me to join the NDECPTA. I finally did in 2021 and it immediately felt like family. The friendships we have made here are so invaluable and the support of other mamas is a lifeline for me. I enjoy crocheting, making sourdough, getting creative with my kids and exploring Dallas. Instagram: @kate.p.rodriguez & wild.rise.sourdough.co
Sunshine Chair: Kalpana Hull Kids: Liam (8) Miles (5) Neighborhood: Bent Tree West We moved to Dallas in March 2021 to be closer to my husband's (Matthew) family. I work full time at Children’s Hospital, but my time is spent volunteering at my kid's school, shuttling them to various sports, needlepointing, or playing mahjong. This community has been my rock for the last 5 years and I am forever grateful for friendships I have made. Instagram: @kihull
Playgroups Chair: Katie Wombacher Kids: Emory (6), Benjamin (5), Lillian (2), Catherine (2 mo) Neighborhood: North Dallas Our family relocated to Dallas from Chicago in 2021 and I immediately joined the North Dallas Early Childhood PTA. Without this community, we would have never survived a cross country move away from family. I have embraced the SAHM life since Summer of 2024, previously working long hours as a hospital administrator and nurse. I enjoy making every day an adventure with my kids, dating my husband, and peer pressuring my mom friends to work out with me at the Y! Instagram: @kmpariso |
Treasurer: Megan Kremer Kids: Andi (4), Riley (2), Wesley (2 months) Neighborhood: Sparkman I'm a stay at home mom and part time banner artist! I love mahjong, board games, crafts, lattes, Bible studies, cooking, and a good reality tv show. I am looking forward to being more active and getting in shape at the Y after having my third kid in March, but hate working out. Spending time with family and friends is the only way I stay sane amongst the chaos! This group has given me the best community and I'm so excited for what's to come this year! Instagram: @mda740
VP of Membership: Leah Nolan Kids: Everett (6), Riley (2) Neighborhood: Park Forest I’m an ICU nurse and own a healthcare advocacy business! I love collecting hobbies, Pilates, audiobooks, the rare but glorious Mahjong win, Nespresso, and planning our next adventure abroad or in our RV "the tiny house!". According to my son my favorite food is "all foods." Our little slice of Dallas feels like heaven, and NDECPTA has transformed my motherhood experience! I’m so grateful to be part of this amazing community of parents and kids! #youcansitwithme Instagram: @anopportunelife VP of Fundraising: Samantha Culpepper Kids: Hendrix (6), Atlas (3), Stetson (1) Neighborhood: Park/Forest I'm a Midwest girl who moved to Texas in 2012, never expecting it to become permanent, but after a husband, dog, and three boys, Texas has truly become home. I spent 16 years in public education as both a teacher and administrator, I now work from home supporting our roofing/general contracting business with adminstrative work. I absolutely love being a boy mom and keeping up with my crazy crew! In my free time, I enjoy reading, working out, photography, crafting, and watching true crime documentaries. I have made some meaningful friendships in the PTA, and I'm excited to support this community through my new role on the board. Instagram: @samanthajill19
Sponsorship Chair: Chelsea Sammons Kids: Siena (5) Theo (3) Neighborhood: Northaven Park I'm originally from Michigan, and my husband is a proud Tennessee native. In 2019, after getting married in Santorini, we moved to Dallas. In my lifetime before children, I lived and worked in Shanghai, China for 9 years helping international-school students improve their writing and prepare for college applications. Currently, I am embarking on a new career in real estate which suits my appetite for entrepreneurship. I love great French pastries, named my daughter after an Italian city, & dream of living somewhere exotic with a spectacular view. Dallas is a great city, and the North Dallas Early Childhood PTA has enriched my family's life exponentially. The best part about the PTA are the women: we accept each other with open arms and are each other’s biggest cheerleaders. It's truly a gem of an organization! Social Committee Chair: Rachel Bowers Kids: Bennett (2) Neighborhood: Park Forest I'm a full-time working mom in tech, but my favorite role is mom to my boy, Bennett. Motherhood has been my greatest joy and my favorite chapter yet. We made the move from Denver to Dallas in 2022, and once Bennett joined us, I found an incredible community through the PTA that made it feel like home pretty quickly. Outside of work and mom life, I’m into fitness, gardening, reading, baking and mahjong. One of my favorite weekend activities— a good yap session over a dirty martini! Instagram: @rachabowers
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