Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of Alyssa Foganholi, Julia Musella, and Christine Thompson, along with the reappointment of David Kenton and Jeffrey Wood to the Children’s Services Council of Broward County.
Alyssa Foganholi is currently the Assistant Principal at Chesterbrook Academy. Her previous roles include Lead Teacher at Chesterbrook Academy and Substitute Teacher at Abundant Life Christian Academy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Florida Atlantic University.
Julia Musella is retired and formerly owned BB International Preschool. She serves as the Legislative Chair for the Florida Association for Child Care Management and is a member of the Middle States Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. Musella earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Montclair State University.
Christine Thompson, PhD, is a Professor and Writing Instructor at Barry University. She has previously worked as a Systems Project Consultant at the Florida Department of Education and was an Instructor at Florida State University. Thompson holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of South Florida, as well as a master’s degree and doctorate in public administration from Florida State University.
David Kenton, EdD, serves as Dean of Student Services at Broward College and is an Adjunct Professor at Florida International University. His past experience includes serving as Associate Director for Academic Retention and Enhancement at Florida State University. Kenton received his bachelor’s degree and doctorate in education from Florida State University and his juris doctor from North Carolina Central University.
Jeffrey Wood is an Attorney at Tripp Scott, P.A., and General Counsel for the Florida Consortium of Public Charter Schools. He also serves as an Affiliate President with the Statewide Amateur Hockey Association and is a member of the Broward County Bar Association. Wood earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from the State University of New York and his juris doctor from Pennsylvania State University.