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.