Millie Chatham was employed with Texas Health & Human Service as an Eligibility Specialist and Department of Age & Disability Services as a Case Manager for 24 years. After retiring, she started working for Lamar Consolidated ISD as an English as a Second Langue Aide. Mrs. Chatham was selected as her school’s Paraprofessional of the Year in 2018 where she also serves as Site Coordinator for “Be a Champion”, a meal and tutorial program for youth. Ms. Chatham has been affiliated with FLCRC from its inception. She has served on its Board of Directors as Secretary and Treasurer and currently serves as Vice President.

LaCarria Green is the proud mother of three children.  She upholds an enthusiastic voluntary spirit. Ms. Green and her children have been volunteers within their church and in the community since the initial development of the Back 2 School Parent Chat that began at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church initiated through their Young Women’s Ministry and lead by Dr. Ilene Harper. Because of her commitment to serve, Ms. Green was recognized as the 2019 Clayton Home Owners Association Volunteer of the Year. Her passion to serve comes from personal experience, “My family can relate because we were once there and our lives were touched; and now, we are grateful and excited to give back. It is so meaningful and it brings great joy when you’ve walked away knowing you’ve made a difference in someone’s life.”

Sharon Tanner graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. Ms. Tanner worked in Fort Bend ISD for 11 years in the instructional technology department before transferring her skill set to Oceaneering International, Inc. Sharon Tanner has been a part of the Children Services Volunteer Program for more than 20 years. She loves working with people to solve problems. Ms. Tanner has three children who are members of the Youth Ambassador Leadership Education program (Y.A.L.E.), with two of them currently attending her alma mater, The Ohio State University.

Mary Sias is a native of Alexandria, Louisiana and is an ordained deaconess of Crossing Point Christian Church. Mrs. Sias attended Peabody Magnet High and Jeff Davis College with a degree is Surgical Technology.  She served as operational food service manager for more than 20 years at the Army Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES). Mrs. Sias has a broad base of experience serving in various capacities both onshore and abroad. Additionally, Mary worked for 10 years at the Ramsey 1 Unit for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice until she retired in 2005. Mrs. Sias is an active member of the Missouri City chapter of AARP, focusing on lobbying for the rights of all seniors. Mary has serves FLCRC as Secretary of the Board of Directors and tirelessly as a founding member of Crime Survivors for Safety & Justice.

Kendon Thibodeaux serves as Youth Advisor for the Family Life and Community Resource Center (FLCRC). A passionate advocate for youth empowerment, mentorship, and community engagement, Kendon believes that meaningful leadership begins with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to serving others.

Guided by his faith and strong personal values, Kendon strives to be a voice for those who feel unheard and an advocate for individuals who need encouragement and support. He believes effective leadership is not defined by position or recognition, but by the ability to inspire, uplift, and positively influence others.

As an emerging young leader, Kendon is committed to fostering acceptance, building meaningful relationships, and encouraging his peers to recognize their potential to create positive change. He values loyalty, service, and the importance of standing alongside others through both challenges and successes.

Through his role with FLCRC, Kendon hopes to inspire the next generation of leaders while continuing to grow as a man of faith, character, and purpose. His commitment to serving others reflects FLCRC’s mission of “Building Better Communities by Building Stronger Families.”

Dr. Ilene Harper is the founder and Executive Director of the Family Life and Community Resource Center (FLCRC). She has spent twenty-nine years in the field of education inspiring and motivating students, parents and educators. Dr. Harper received a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from Texas A&M University, two Masters’ Degrees and her undergraduate degree from Louisiana Tech University.

Dr. Harper has led successful K-12 school district initiatives that resulted in national and state awards. Passionately believing in people and getting others to believe in them is her mission. Dr. Harper has presented to thousands at national, state and local conferences. In 2013, she was selected to present at a Congressional Briefing on School Discipline in Washington, DC. Likewise, she has been highlighted as a leader in education in several issues of the national magazine, Educational Leadership. Dr. Harper received a Proclamation from Mayor of the City of Sugar Land for her work on Diversity Education and was selected by the Fort Bend County Judge to serve on Community Engagement Committee. She is the author of the College and Career Preparation Manual, Youth Ambassador Leadership Education program, and numerous training materials.

Dr. Harper is a Silver Star and life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, the Education Chair of the NAACP Missouri City & Vicinity Branch, a board member with the TW Davis YMCA and advisory council member for Child Advocates of Fort Bend. Dr. Harper is a wife and mother to three beautiful children and three darling grandchildren.

Denise Bean is a Louisiana native and has resided in Texas for the past 28 years. She’s a graduated of McNeese State University. Employed by the State of Texas for 27 years as a Social Worker advocating and protecting children involving abuse and neglect. Denise retired from the State in December 2019. Her hobbies include Interior Design and Event Planning. Denise brings to FLCRC her expertise of planning projects, leading the organization volunteers, and committed to making a difference in the lives of the youth.

LaTarsha Brown is a proud mother of three children and a lovely wife. She is currently employed in the medical health profession as a Phlebotomist and CNA. Ms. Brown has diligently served as a volunteer with FLCRC for many years. She brings to the organization her wisdom, a caring heart, and the willingness to give to others while supporting the youth. During her spare time, she enjoys family activities, shopping, watching television, helping people and her Tuesday night bible studies with her family. Ms. Brown will serve as FLCRC Program Assistant.

Eric Harper has spent his time as a Program Assistant getting to know the community from the ground up—helping coordinate events, supporting participants, and making sure the small details that keep a program running smoothly never slip through the cracks. He has a natural ease with people, whether he’s answering questions at the front desk or jumping in to lend a hand wherever it’s needed most. For Eric, the job isn’t just about checking tasks off a list; it’s about showing up for the people the program serves.

Outside of his work as a Program Assistant, Eric is also a firefighter, a role that reflects the same instinct that drew him to community work in the first place: a readiness to help when it counts. Between responding to emergencies on shift and supporting his neighbors through the program, Eric has built a reputation as someone people can count on—steady under pressure, generous with his time, and genuinely invested in the well-being of the community around him.

Jo Trahan is an Administrative Associate with over 30 years of experience and serves as a part-time Administrative Assistant for FLCRC and has been assisting Dr. Harper for the past six years. Ms. Trahan received an Associates of Arts degree from Wharton County Junior College in General Studies in 2015. She was determined to complete her studies after many years of starting and stopping. She enjoys spending time with her children, family, and friends. In her free time, she enjoys quiet time, watching movies and relaxing with her computer nearby.

Oscar White is a technology-driven professional with an Associate Degree in Computer Science from Southern University and A&M College. With a strong background in Technical Support and Audio/Visual (AV). Oscar White has experience in project and vendor management, ensuring that technology initiatives and partnerships run smoothly and efficiently. Oscar is dedicated to leveraging his technical and organizational skills to deliver innovative solutions and enhance operational performance.

Dr. Sunday Price-Johnson is an experienced secondary school administrator with a well-established career spanning over two decades in educational leadership. She has served in multiple leadership roles across Fort Bend ISD and Alief ISD, where she has guided instructional improvement, developed teachers, and strengthened school culture.

Her expertise includes curriculum development, professional learning, data-driven decision making, and building strong community and business partnerships. Dr. Price-Johnson is passionate about creating equitable, student-centered learning environments and fostering collaboration among educators to promote academic growth.

She holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas A&M University, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Stephen F. Austin State University, and a B.S. in Biology from Xavier University of Louisiana.

Dr. Janice Little is a visionary educator and social worker with over 30 years of experience serving children and families in school settings. Recognized with multiple state awards, she is the founder of Kids’ Money Klub and Kids’ Money Mart and has created innovative programs like Hi-Profile Virtual Mentoring and Fast Money Pitch. A published author of five books, Dr. Little mentor’s students, consults on dissertations, and leads several businesses including The Graduate’s Gift, LLC. She actively engages in community organizations and has presented at numerous conferences. An alumna of Grambling State, Florida State, and University of Phoenix, she has also completed leadership programs at Harvard and other institutions.

Mrs. Jackie Thomas is first a Christian, a wife of 31 years, a mother of 3 children, a daughter, and a sister. She is a dedicated and compassionate caregiver who is a Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience serving a plethora of people in the community. In addition to volunteering with FLCRC, Mrs. Thomas advocates for patients and consults with physicians and other interdisciplinary teams. Her nursing career consists of experience in acute care, long term care, rehabilitation, behavioral and mental health, oncology, and correctional nursing. She is an alumna of Louisiana Technical College of Mansfield, Lone Star College North Harris, and Lamar University Beaumont.

Kenae Thibodeaux has worked in the field of education for 10 years with students of special populations. She has served general ed students as well. She has held various positions, including Lead Teacher, School Interventionist, Program Coordinator and Instructional Specialist in areas of science. Ms. Thibodeaux’s educational desire is to provide her love of STEAM education to all students by engaging them in multi-sensory play that is appealing to learners of all ages.

A native of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, Abby Santiago is a graphic designer with 16 years of experience in her field. She graduated in 2006 from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a B.F.A. in Communication Design. From 2006-2019, she worked as an in-house graphic designer and art director for the University of Pennsylvania Health System in Philadelphia. In 2020, she launched a new career as a freelance graphic designer and art director. Ms. Santiago currently supports FLCRC with various graphic design and technology needs. She is thrilled to be a part of the important work FLCRC is doing in the lives of families and individuals.