Board of Directors
2022-23 Board of Directors
Responsibilities of Early Learning Coalitions & Board Members
Coalitions were created to oversee and improve the readiness and successful outcomes of children from birth to kindergarten age in the community (F.S. 1002). The governor appoints the Chair and two additional private sector members. A maximum of 19 members may serve on the Coalition board.
Board Roles & Expectations (PDF)
Executive Committee
Officers

Tricia Goulet
Vice-Chair
The Department of Health, St. Lucie County

Petrona Egan
Treasurer
AVP, Seacoast Bank

Linda Halpin
Secretary
Department of Children & Families

Brian Bauer
Member-At-Large
Members

Terissa C. Aronson
Private Sector
Member since September 2008
President/CEO
St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce

Megan Barron
Private for Profit Child Care Provider Representative
Member since October 2018
Director
Sunrise Country Preschool

Carol Hilson
Private Faith-Based Provider
Representative Member since March 2020 Community United Methodist Church Pre-school

Donna Mills, PhD
Legislatively Designated
Member since November 2020
St. Lucie County School Board

Myrna Rodriguez
Dawna Guiel
Samantha Taylor
Robert McPatlan
Kristy Contreras
Heather Belmont, PhD
Eutelyn Allen
Board Openings
The Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County is currently seeking volunteer candidates for private-sector business member positions on the Board of Directors.
If you are interested in learning more about the Coalition and requirements for private sector membership, please contact Tony Loupe, CEO, at 772-595-6424.