Leadership Committee
The Leadership Committee is focused on supporting and encouraging school-aged girls and boys to reach their full potential. They are focused on serving by providing mentoring and support for their students and challenging them to rise above life’s circumstances to become their best selves. Learn more about the Leadership programs →
Committee Members
Teketia Smith (Chair) | tsmith@reachingoutnow.org
Teketia was born and raised in Keswick, VA right outside of Charlottesville. She graduated in 1993 from Albemarle High School and went on to attend George Mason University. She is a wife and mother of three.
She has spent the last 17 years in the school system working closely with students and parents. She has come to find that her greatest passion is being a friend and supporting all she comes in contact with.
Samantha Barber | sbarber@reachingoutnow.org
Marlena Conner | mconner@reachingoutnow.org
Marlena was born and raised in Houston, Texas. As a child, she moved many times but had some wonderful experiences. Marlena has three grown children and one grandson, these additions have taught her so much about herself and who she is.
At the age of twenty-nine Marlena received a bachelors in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University, with endorsements in special education, bilingual education and the newest one, in mathematics. She now teaches the 8th grade as Skyline Middle School. She enjoys living and working in the community and wants to see it grow and flourish.
Community Outreach Committee
The Community Outreach Committee works hand-in-hand with local businesses and community members to develop new relationships, fundraising opportunities and events to support our students and staff in the local school system. Learn more about upcoming events →