About Us
Our Mission
The overall purpose of the Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School (Stokes School) Parent Teacher Association is to supplement and assist Stokes families, faculty and staff in their efforts to optimize the learning and social environment for Stokes Scholars.
As the Stokes PTA, we are about parents and teachers working together. Our goal is to create a better school and a better educational experience for our children. We work to create an atmosphere where everyone can do their best work.
Meet the 2024-2025 Board
President
Jose Obando
Married to Alyssa, Dad to Leo (Stokes PK-4 Spanish B) and Adrian (Future Stokes Student). I enjoy traveling, movies. discovering new music artists, concerts, theater, baseball games, and hiking. Fun fact: I have seen over 500 different artists live in concert.
Vice President
Robert Page III
Secretary
Bryson Hatten
My name is Mr. Bryson, and I’m thrilled to be the 3rd grade English teacher at Stokes. I began my journey here in 2019 as a fourth-grade English teacher assistant. Although I was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina, I’m proud to consider myself a DC native now. This year marks my first as a member of the PTA executive board, and I’m excited to contribute to the team and support our school community.
Treasurer
Gretchen O'Sullivan
Communications Co-Chair
Ruth Adu-Gyamfi
Mom to Myles (3S). Being on a plane is my happy place, I dance when I eat good food, crafting makes me smile. Fun fact - I like creating fusion recipes.
Communications Co-Chair
Heather Clark
Married to Chad Clark, mom to Zoë (3rd grade Spanish) and Cairo (PK-3 Spanish A). I enjoy food, photography, playing tennis, and watching true crime. Fun fact: I was born and raised in the other Washington…the state. Howard University brought me to the city.
Membership Chair
VACANT
Fundraising Chair
Maryam Roz Egoegonwa.
Wife and mom of 2, Maduka (1st grade Spanish) and Muna (future stokes student). Enjoy traveling and experiencing new cultures. Food is my love language, followed by music. Fun fact - despite my love for food, I’ve never had onion rings!
Equity Chair
Alexis Tyndle
Events Chair
VACANT
Bylaws
The Executive Board and broader PTA from the Stokes-Brookland campus adhere to bylaws. Read the document.