President

Hello, I'm Jackie. I have two kiddos (2nd grader, Juno, and 5th grader, Emma), and we've been at LPA since 2020.  I got involved in PTO via The Belonging and Access Team focused on increasing our enrollment and culture of belonging in our school. I care deeply about meeting others, making 1:1 connections, and creating inviting & inclusive community spaces.  

When I'm not attending a PTO or Board meeting, I'm collaborating with fellow caregivers to plan the Back to School Potluck, attending my kids' sports activities and/or year-long play dates. Outside of my parent leader role at LPA, I serve remotely as a Director, Talent and Human Resources for a Title 1 Charter School in DC in a neighborhood that I formerly taught and lived in. I am grateful to learn and be in community with each of you this coming academic year. 

Contact me if we don't find each other at Coffee & Community on Friday mornings before assembly! 

Vice President

Hey all! 

I’m a proud LPA parent with three awesome kids heading into 6th, 2nd, and 1st grade—and I’m thrilled to be stepping into the role of PTO Vice President! I’m looking forward to working with fellow parents and staff to build a strong, supportive community where everyone feels connected and empowered.

I’m also a school-based case manager in the behavioral health field with People’s Health Center, where I’ve spent the last few years supporting students from early childhood through middle school. I’m passionate about helping kids and families navigate emotional and behavioral challenges so they can succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Marketing & Communications

Hello! My name is Lindsey Erb and this is our family’s third year at LPA! 

I have 3 boys at LPA: a 4th Grader (August), 2nd Grader (Felix), and a Kindergartener (Walden) — finally, ONE drop-off!! Our family has loved the community, education, and opportunities that LPA provides not only to students, but to their families as well.

By day, I work for St. Louis Public Library, and by night, I wear the Marketing & Communications hat on the PTO Executive Board. This will be my second year in this PTO role and I’m excited to help share ways for caregivers and families to connect with the amazing LPA community. 

Feel free to reach out anytime at lindsey.e.erb@gmail.com!

Secretary

Hi LPA families! 

My name is Courtney, and I’m so excited to be part of the LPA community.  This will be our second year at LPA, and we’ve already felt so welcomed and supported. I’m the proud parent of two amazing kids—Cedric, who is in 1st grade, and Dylan, who’s in 3rd grade. We’re looking forward to an awesome school year and getting even more involved. I can’t wait to learn more about LPA and connect with the wonderful families, staff, and students that make this such a special place!

Outside of my time at LPA, I also play a key role in feeding all the children and managing vendor relationships in a local school district. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect! You can email me at Cbrown663@gmail.com.

Treasurer

Hello LPA families! PTO treasurer acts as a side gig to my jobs as husband to wonderful wife, Erin, and dad to 4th grader Rosa and 7th grader Frank. LPA welcomed us to their community at the start of the 2021-22 school year and we can’t imagine being anywhere else. I joined PTO to feed my passion for contributing to my community and connecting with others. In addition to serving as PTO treasurer, I’m a big part of the LPA soccer community as coach of fall and spring teams. You can also find me working hard as as a project manager at Emerson. If you ever have questions, feel free to contact me @ vince.borrini@gmail.com

Administration Representative

Ciera has been part of the LPA community since the 2015-2016 school year and cannot imagine spending her time working anywhere else! She is excited to work alongside our community rejuvenating our family involvement and continuing to build our Family Resources this school year! Ciera is continuously in awe of the educators she is surrounded by and cannot wait to lean into the future with LPA in its 12th year as the Director of Family Support and Operations.

Before LPA Ciera spent time as a Director in several aftercare programs, as a youth leader, working in early childhood, and as a co-teacher in a lower elementary Montessori classroom. She continues to ground herself in her belief that all children deserve a quality education and someone to believe in them. When Ciera is not at LPA she loves exploring the city, spending time with friends and watching their kiddos grow, and hanging out with her 2, four-legged children. 

Teacher Representative

Erin Mikel is excited to start her eighth year of teaching and sixth year with the LPA team. She teaches 3rd grade with an emphasis in Reading. In addition, Erin loves to be involved at LPA. She leads the elementary events committee, sponsors Student Council, and coaches cheerleading. Erin grew up in Eureka and after college she moved to the city. She attended the University of Missouri where she received a bachelor’s degree in Communication and minors in Human Development in Family Sciences and Leadership & Public Service. After college, she joined Teach For America Saint Louis where she taught 2nd and 3rd grade at Aspire Academy. In addition, Erin has earned a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis. Erin loves to spend time with her puppy, Auggie, and crafting. She can’t wait for your students to join her loving, exciting and innovative treehouse!