Lisa Burnam
Lisa is a proud mother of two, and works as the Director of Social and Digital media at an economic research organization in DC. She has been involved in independent grassroots activism, supporting local efforts focused on worker cooperative development, dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline, increasing access to STEM programs in under-resourced communities, and climate justice.
Katie Beem
Katie is a data strategy consultant and environmental policy researcher, living in the woods of Accokeek with her two kids, husband, and dog. She enjoys hiking, playing piano, belting out ballads and reading sci-fi novels. Katie joined the PTSA in December 2023.
Dekisha Williams
DeKisha is a wife and mother of two dedicated to enhancing the school community. She is dedicated to contributing to the cultivation of an atmosphere that allow students to excel. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Janet Taylor
Desirae Thorpe
Desirae is a mother of a 9 year old Accokeek Academy scholar. With over 20 years of banking experience, she enjoys spending time teaching children about financial literacy and teaching them the importance of giving back. In addition, she enjoys volunteering in the community and being actively involved in her daughter's life.
