Our team

Our board is made up of a group of parents, community leaders, entrepreneurs, and friends. They all volunteer their time to play a key roll in the impact that Hico Education Foundation has on our school district. This team is passionate about helping the next generation excel in all.

Board of directors

Brooke Harris

President of Development

Brooke Harris is the proud mother of two Hico Tigers. She has a background in education both as a teacher and a school counselor. She has helped establish and run non-profits, as well as, grant acquisitions and management. Brooke now runs a counselling private practice, as a LPC part-time and helps run multiple family businesses. We are excited to welcome Brooke as our new President of Development.

Lara Folks


Vice President of Programs

Monie Putty


Vice President of Finance and Governance

Linda van Ruiten


Vice President of Marketing

Joanna Mills


Vice President of Events

Shawna Rook


Secretary

Shelly Stegall


School Superintendent

Carol Houston


Advisory Council Member

Danielle Humphries


Advisory Council Member

"We love the country life we lead and look forward to serving the community in this way!" - Brooke Harris