Monarch Academy

Board Members

ELIZABETH SIMS, MA, LPC
Board President

Meet me, Elizabeth Sims, the  therapist with a heart for education and service. I’m a proud graduate of Texas Southern University, where I honed my analytical skills with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science. But my thirst for knowledge didn’t stop there. I ventured further into the academic world at Prairie View A&M University, earning a Master’s in Counseling. 

For 17 years, I’ve navigated the dynamic landscape of education and mental health, using my unique blend of knowledge and counseling expertise to make a difference. Today, I wear the hat of a Licensed Professional Counselor, helping individuals navigate their personal journeys while also leveraging my educational and corporate background to bring strategic solutions to the counseling field. 

I’m not just looking forward to the future, I’m actively shaping it. I’m committed to bridging the gap between education, counseling and humanity, fostering an environment where STEM education is accessible, inclusive, and empowering. So, buckle up and join me on this exciting journey where we code, counsel, and change the world, one STEM initiative at a time.

LAQUETTA KENNEDY, M.Ed.
Board of Directors

Ms. Kennedy is a graduate of Prairie View A & M University with a major in Elementary Education & a minor in Music & Art. She received her Master’s Degree Educational Administration from Texas Southern University. She is a visionary leader who has served as a principal for over 25 years. Rewardingly she has retired from public education she remains very committed to the community by supporting education excellence. 

DR. JOYNELL BEAN
RPH

Dr. Joynell Bean is a registered pharmacist with a Doctorate in Pharmacy. She has worked in pharmaceutics for 20 years.

JASON WYATT
Secretary

Jason Wyatt has worked in education since 2003. He received his Master’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Leadership from Creighton University in 2022 and currently works as an assistant principal for Avondale House.