Board Members

Suzie Loveless is currently a Project Management Office Trainer at Paycom working in the Technology department. Prior to her time at Paycom, she worked in the non-profit industry--working with organizations focused on economic development, education, and city beautification. Suzie's desire to be involved in education stems from her time working at Santa Fe South Hills Elementary where she taught computers to K-5 grades and was the building coordinator for state testing. 

Anita Cheatham is a dedicated full-time real estate agent serving the Oklahoma City Metroplex. With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Anita combines passion and expertise in her work. Before transitioning to full-time real-estate, she served as the First Impressions Director at People's Church in Oklahoma City, where she remains an active member. Anita recently authored a book titled Tapestry, My Hati Story, reflecting her deep commitment to empower children everywhere. 

Rebecca Thompson serves as Finance Manager at Service Oklahoma, overseeing the agency's budget and procurement. She is excited to bring finance and marketing expertise gained throughout her career to RISE STEAM Academy. Many educators ​encouraged Rebecca in her education, including Mrs. Joyce Henderson, whose energy and care as principal of Classen Advanced Studies left a lasting impression. 

Joe Regan is currently on the Teach For America Development Team. He previously worked as a high school English teacher where he pushed students to rigorous outcomes. Joseph is committed to transforming the Oklahoma educational landscape

Captain T.G. Childs has been a police officer for about 17 years. Serving the community he grew up in, T.G. worked hard to become a supervisor in the Springlake Division of the Oklahoma City Police Department. He considers it an honor and privilege to serve to continue to impact the Northeast community as a RISE board member. 

Sarah Park serves as the Executive Director of Teach for America Oklahoma. Over her ten plus years in Oklahoma, Sarah has worked to build a strong network of connections within the field. She brings a wealth of knowledge around leadership and governance. ​

Founding Board Members

Eleanor Thompson

Foluke Tatagah

Sarah Park

Yvita Fox-Crider

Eleanor Thomspon is a Northeast resident. She has a wealth of knowledge about and connections within the Northeast community. After serving as an attorney for over 20 years, she retired and transitioned to education. Her legal expertise coupled with her knowledge of the classroom give her a unique perspective.​

Foluke Tatagah grew up in the Northeast community. She has worked for 10 years as an instructional leader with Teach for America. Her instructional knowledge and connection to the Northeast community make her an asset to the founding team. 

​Sarah Park serves as the Executive Director of Teach for America Oklahoma. Over her ten plus years in Oklahoma, Sarah has worked to build a strong network of connections within the field. She brings a wealth of knowledge around leadership and governance. 

Yvita Fox-Crider is a former educator who now consults with nonprofits to strengthen and build their connections to the communities they serve. Her community based approach benefits the team as we work to engage the Northeast community. ​