Executive Board
PARENT SERVICE ORGANIZATION
Meet the Executive Board!
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Tamara loves spending time her three daughters and is proud to be a John Adams Academy parent. This is the Ferrin's fourth year at John Adams Academy, and they love the classical education model, focus on service, family culture, and scholar-empowered learning. Tamara loves spending time with her family and volunteering on campus and in the classrooms. Tamara's love of math led to her degree in finance and a career in banking and accounting as a Chief Financial Officer. This is Tamara's second year serving as the PSO President. She previously served as the PSO Board Treasurer. Tamara looks forward to supporting our teachers and staff in all of the wonderful work they do for the success of our Academy and our scholars.
With more than 15 years of experience in the non-profit sector, Amanda is a dedicated professional who thrives on giving back to the community. She is on the board for the Shingle Springs/Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce and is currently pursuing a master's degree in psychology, which enhances her ability to understand and support individuals and communities. When not working or volunteering, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family, watching the kids play sports, and tending to their farm.
Ronda feels blessed to have been able to be a stay-at-home mom for three wonderful boys. Her two older boys have already graduated from college and are living in Dallas, and her youngest is starting his second year at John Adams Academy-El Dorado Hills. We love the classical education he is receiving and are so thankful to have found this school. He is truly thriving here. A native Alabamian, Ronda has also lived in Atlanta, Georgia; Dallas, Texas and for the last 22 years, El Dorado Hills. She feels fortunate to have had the opportunity to be active in the schools that her children attended, having coordinated numerous Harvest Festivals and Galas as well as volunteering to help with other school activities and fundraisers over the years. She looks forward to working with the other PSO board members in the coming year in support of the faculty and scholars.
Julie is looking forward to giving back by serving the JAA Community on the PSO Board for the 2023-2024 academic year. She is the mother of a kindergartner at JAA and feels blessed that her daughter has the opportunity to receive a classical education. She has an immense appreciation for the values of the school and the emphasis on America's heritage. Julie's passion for philanthropy and civics has guided her career as a fundraising consultant. She enjoys volunteering in the classroom and engaging with the amazing future public servants of John Adams Academy.
Ashley loves being a full-time mom to her two wonderful boys. This is her family's third year at John Adams Academy and they continue to be impressed at the school's high standards of education and emphasis on time-honored values. Ashley previously served as the PSO Board Vice-President of Elementary. She also enjoys serving as Room Parent in her sons' classes. She looks forward to being able to contribute more to our amazing school as a PSO board member. In her spare time Ashley enjoys traveling, camping, and cooking.
Heather is very excited to be part of the John Adams Academy PSO Board. She feels very blessed to a part of a school that lives up to its values and cares so much about family. Heather has three children attending JAA in grades 10th, 7th, and 4th. She loves the extracurricular activities the school offers athletically, academically, and socially. Heather’s background is in technical training, specifically Microsoft Office Applications. She served on the Sacramento Chapter Board for the Association for Talent and Development for five years. Heather is looking forward to a busy year with many rewarding activities throughout the JAA community!