Evee Robinson, Board Chair

Evee Robinson joined Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors in 2022 and was named Board Chair in September 2023. A Massachusetts native who now calls Rhode Island home, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications and English from Bridgewater State University and has pursued graduate studies in Applied Linguistics and Teaching English as a Second Language.

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After spending ten years working in healthcare, Mrs. Robinson transitioned to a career in education. She began as a special education paraprofessional before becoming an English as a Second Language teacher and has since continued her work supporting multilingual learners. She currently serves as an English Learner Coordinator at a Massachusetts high school.

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Mrs. Robinson is the proud parent of three children and has been actively involved in community theater for more than twenty years. Her longstanding passion for the performing arts, combined with her professional experience in education and commitment to supporting students, brings a valuable perspective to her leadership of Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors.

Wade Richmond, Vice Chair

Wade Richmond is the founder and CEO of CISO ToGo, LLC, an organization dedicated to helping small and mid-sized organizations access experienced cybersecurity leadership to strengthen the security of their data, systems, employees, customers, and stakeholders without the burden of maintaining a full-time cybersecurity executive.

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Mr. Richmond brings nearly four decades of experience in information technology and cybersecurity. Prior to founding CISO ToGo, he held cybersecurity leadership positions with organizations including BJ’s Wholesale Club, Ahold USA, Sensata Technologies, Brooks/Eckerd Pharmacies, GTECH Corporation, Citizens Financial Group, and CVS Pharmacy. Beyond cybersecurity, his extensive IT experience includes application development, complex technology implementations, data center operations, infrastructure management, technology risk management, and technical support leadership.

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Mr. Richmond and his wife, Diane, reside in Pascoag, Rhode Island, and have two adult daughters, three granddaughters, and one grandson. He is actively involved in his church, where he serves as a youth minister and provides guitar and vocals for worship services, and he volunteers in a variety of community service roles.

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Mr. Richmond also has a personal connection to the Beacon community. His daughter is a proud Beacon alumna and member of the Class of 2008.

Sengkeo Bouchard, Treasurer

Sengkeo Bouchard joined Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors in 2024 and serves as Treasurer. She is the Chief Financial Officer of Shoreham Bank and brings extensive experience in financial management, organizational leadership, and fiscal oversight to the Board.

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In her role as Treasurer, Ms. Bouchard supports Beacon’s financial oversight and long-term fiscal planning, helping to establish, monitor, and strengthen financial policies and procedures while promoting responsible stewardship of school resources and sustainable growth.

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Ms. Bouchard earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island and an MBA from Bentley University. An active member of the community, she has previously served with the National Guard’s 115th Military Police Company and the Rhode Island Family Engagement Advisory Council.

Deana Marzocchi, Secretary

Deana Marzocchi serves as Secretary of Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors. She is an Associate Professor of Graphic Design and Chair of the Design Department at Johnson & Wales University, where she combines her expertise in design with a strong commitment to experiential education and community engagement.

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Ms. Marzocchi specializes in branding and print design and has worked extensively to create authentic learning experiences that connect design students with nonprofit organizations and community partners through real-world projects. As Design Department Chair, she is also focused on developing and expanding curriculum to remain relevant to evolving industry trends while building meaningful partnerships with organizations throughout the greater community.

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In addition to her academic and leadership responsibilities, Ms. Marzocchi maintains an active freelance graphic design practice, with a particular focus on restaurant, food service, and hospitality marketing. Her creative interests extend beyond graphic design to painting and drawing, and she is passionate about fostering creativity, strengthening community partnerships, and expanding opportunities for arts education.

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Outside of her professional work, Ms. Marzocchi enjoys spending time with her husband, children, stepchildren, and her beloved dogs, Alice and Bella.

Marlon Carey

Marlon Carey is a poet, educator, actor, performer, and communications professional whose creative and educational work has reached audiences throughout New England and across the country. An accomplished poet and spoken-word artist, he has published several chapbooks, including Giraffe Theory, Prolegomenon, and Lazarus. He has also been a member of both the Boston Poetry Slam Team and the Boston Lizard Lounge Poetry Slam Team and is a proud member of the Providence-based poetry troupe Brother’s Keeper.

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As an educator, Mr. Carey has taught poetry, hip-hop, and creative writing, helping young people discover and develop their voices through artistic expression. His creative work extends across multiple disciplines, including theater, radio, music, and live performance. His acting credits include productions of The Sunset Limited, Topdog/Underdog, Othello, When Mahalia Sings, Take Me Out, and A Few Good Men. He has also worked in radio as a producer and DJ and has released several independent music projects.

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Mr. Carey earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from St. Andrews College in North Carolina. Proud of both his Jamaican heritage and his New England roots, he is deeply committed to supporting the arts, education, creative expression, and community engagement.

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Outside of his professional and artistic work, Mr. Carey is a devoted husband and father of three. He currently has one child at Founders and one at Beacon. 

Stump Evans

Stump Evans joined Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors in November 2023. She previously served as Director of Employment, Education and Support Services at Community Care Alliance (CCA), where she oversaw programs focused on youth development, education, workforce readiness, and basic-needs support. During her time with CCA, Ms. Evans was a key member of the organization’s leadership team and contributed significantly to its work supporting young people and families throughout the Woonsocket community.

 

Her longstanding connection to CCA is especially meaningful to Beacon, as the organization remains one of the school’s most valued community partners.

Ms. Evans has extensive experience in community engagement, advocacy, and creating opportunities for young people to succeed. Her work has included leadership of youth empowerment initiatives and presentations at national conferences focused on supporting marginalized youth.

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She brings valuable expertise in student support services, community partnerships, advocacy, and youth development to Beacon’s Board of Directors, helping advance the school’s commitment to student success and well-being.

Cameron McKenna

Cameron McKenna joined Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors in 2024. A graduate of Beacon Charter High School for the Arts, Class of 2014, he brings the valuable perspective of both a former student and alumnus to the Board.

Mr. McKenna currently serves as Admissions Coordinator at FINE Mortuary College and has professional experience in higher education, human resources, and finance, including previous work at Brown University. His diverse professional background provides the Board with insight into employee support, organizational operations, admissions, and the transition from secondary to postsecondary education.

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As a Beacon alumnus, Mr. McKenna offers a unique understanding of the student experience and the impact the school can have on its graduates. His perspective supports the Board’s efforts to serve students, families, faculty, and staff while also strengthening connections between Beacon and institutions of higher education.

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Mr. McKenna remains committed to Beacon’s mission and to ensuring that future generations of students continue to benefit from the supportive learning environment, opportunities, and arts-integrated education that shaped his own experience at Beacon.

Jill Olson-Crowley

Jill Olson-Crowley is the Director of the Woonsocket Education Center for the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner, where she leads workforce development and postsecondary education initiatives designed to expand educational and career opportunities throughout northern Rhode Island. 

She brings more than 25 years of experience in education, nonprofit leadership, and public service, including previous roles with the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England, Big Picture Learning, and The Met School. 

Mrs. Olson-Crowley earned a Master of Public Administration from the University of Rhode Island and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Business Administration at URI. An active member of the Woonsocket community, she is committed to strengthening partnerships among schools, higher education, employers, and community organizations and brings extensive experience in education, workforce development, and community engagement to Beacon's Board of Directors.

Roberta O'Neill

Roberta O'Neill joined Beacon's Board of Directors in June 2026. She is co-owner of O'Neill Funeral Home in Cumberland and Manning-Heffern-O'Neill Funeral Home in Pawtucket, where she works closely with families from diverse cultural, religious, and community backgrounds.

Prior to entering the funeral service profession, Mrs. O'Neill worked in a family-owned business that created handcrafted artistic products for children and the home, reflecting her lifelong appreciation for creativity and design.

Born in Italy and fluent in both Italian and Spanish, Mrs. O'Neill earned a degree from Providence College School of Business and later pursued studies in graphic design. She is passionate about education, the arts, environmental stewardship, and animal welfare, and looks forward to supporting Beacon students and families through her service on the Board.
 

Patti Ovales

Patti Ovales is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Director of the Job & Education Center at Worcester Community Action Council, where she leads programs designed to connect young people with education, employment, and workforce development opportunities. 

Her work includes leadership of YouthWorks, which provides young people with meaningful employment experiences while helping them develop the skills, confidence, and connections needed for future success. Ms. Ovales brings extensive experience in youth development, career readiness, and building partnerships with employers and community organizations. 

Raised in Rhode Island, Patti maintains strong ties to the state and continues to show interest and involvement in the well-being of youth. Through her service on Beacon's Board of Directors, she brings a strong commitment to expanding opportunities for young people and helping students prepare for success beyond the classroom.
 

Allan Piekos

Allan Piekos joined Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors in April 2022. Raised in Woonsocket, he is committed to giving back to his community through his service to Beacon and supporting the continued growth and success of its schools.

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Mr. Piekos earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art from the Savannah College of Art and Design. He previously served as an IT and Game Design teacher at the Woonsocket Area Career and Technical School, bringing together his interests in technology, creativity, and education. He currently serves as Manager of Heavy Press Graphics in Woonsocket.

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A strong advocate for the arts and arts-based education, Mr. Piekos values the important role creativity plays in student learning, development, and self-expression. His background in both the creative arts and education provides a valuable perspective to Beacon’s Board of Directors.

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Mr. Piekos is also a Founders Academy parent, giving him a direct connection to the experiences of Beacon students and families. His desire to be actively involved in his son’s education, combined with his commitment to the Woonsocket community and appreciation for the arts, inspired him to serve on the Board. He is proud to support Beacon’s mission and its continued growth and progress.

George Costa, Board Member Emeritus

George Costa is an Honorary Board Member Emeritus and one of the founding members of Beacon Charter Schools’ Board of Directors. A longtime member of the Woonsocket community, Mr. Costa played an instrumental role in the establishment of Beacon Charter High School for the Arts in 2003 and helped lay the foundation for the school and organization Beacon has become today.

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As a founding Board member, Mr. Costa was part of the leadership that helped transform the vision for an arts-centered public charter high school into a reality for students and families in Woonsocket and surrounding communities. His service helped guide Beacon through its formative years, establishing the foundation for the school’s growth, development, and long-term commitment to providing students with a rigorous academic education enriched by meaningful opportunities in the arts.

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Over the years, Beacon has grown from its beginnings as a single high school into Beacon Charter Schools, now serving students in grades 6 through 12 through Beacon Charter High School for the Arts and Founders Academy. Mr. Costa’s contributions as a founding Board member remain an important part of that history.

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In recognition of his longstanding service, commitment, and contributions to the organization, Mr. Costa holds the distinction of Honorary Board Member Emeritus. His role in establishing Beacon and his dedication to its mission have left a lasting legacy within the school community.

Joseph Garlick, Board Member Emeritus

Joseph Garlick is an Honorary Board Member Emeritus of Beacon Charter Schools. Mr. Garlick joined Beacon’s Board of Directors in 2014 and provided more than a decade of dedicated leadership and service to the school community. Upon completing his Board service, he became the first member in Beacon’s history to reach the end of the Board’s established term limits. In recognition of his longstanding commitment and invaluable contributions to Beacon, he was granted Honorary Board Member Emeritus status.

Mr. Garlick serves as Executive Director of NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley (NWBRV), a nonprofit community development corporation serving Northern Rhode Island. In this role, he leads efforts to develop affordable housing, revitalize neighborhoods, expand economic opportunity, and create programs that help residents and families build assets and strengthen their communities.

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Throughout his career, Mr. Garlick has led numerous innovative community and real estate development initiatives, including a multi-year revitalization effort in Woonsocket’s Constitution Hill neighborhood. The initiative transformed abandoned homes, a vacant shopping center and mill, and a historic school into affordable housing, neighborhood commercial space, educational facilities, childcare services, and other community resources.

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Mr. Garlick has also served on numerous local, regional, and national boards and committees focused on housing, community development, economic opportunity, and equity. His contributions to Rhode Island communities have been recognized with honors including the Rhode Island Foundation’s Murray Family Prize for Community Enrichment and the American Planning Association Rhode Island Chapter’s Paul Davidoff Award.

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Mr. Garlick’s more than a decade of service to Beacon helped guide the organization through significant growth and change. His leadership, community development expertise, and deep commitment to the greater Woonsocket community have left a lasting impact on Beacon Charter Schools.

Garrett Mancieri, Board Member Emeritus

Garrett Mancieri is an Honorary Board Member Emeritus of Beacon Charter Schools. Following his service on Beacon’s Board of Directors, Mr. Mancieri was granted emeritus status in recognition of his contributions to the school and his longstanding commitment to the greater Woonsocket community.

Mr. Mancieri is a founding member and Executive Director of the Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative, an organization dedicated to the revitalization and continued growth of downtown Woonsocket. He previously served as the organization’s Chairman from 2015 to 2019. Through his work, he has played an active role in promoting economic development, supporting local businesses, attracting investment, and strengthening the downtown community.

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A licensed commercial and residential Realtor in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, Mr. Mancieri has been involved in numerous major development projects in Woonsocket and has assisted more than 30 businesses with establishing or expanding their presence in the area. In 2015, he worked with the Woonsocket Planning Department to help draft and sponsor the Woonsocket Downtown Overlay District, an initiative designed to encourage continued investment and business development within the city’s downtown district.

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Mr. Mancieri earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Rhode Island College. His commitment to community service extends across numerous civic and nonprofit organizations. He has served as Chairman of Autumnfest and has been involved with organizations including the Northern Rhode Island Board of Realtors, Rotary Club of Woonsocket, Woonsocket Head Start, Sojourner House, and Levitt AMP Woonsocket, among others.

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Through his professional work and extensive civic involvement, Mr. Mancieri has been a strong advocate for the continued growth and revitalization of Woonsocket. His knowledge of the community, economic development experience, and commitment to public service have made him a valued member of the Beacon Charter Schools community.

Francis X. Tweedie, Ed.D, Board Member Emeritus

Dr. Frank Tweedie is a Board Member Emeritus of Beacon Charter Schools and one of the organization’s longest-serving leaders. He served as Chair of Beacon’s Board of Trustees for 14 years, providing leadership and guidance during a significant period in the school’s history. In recognition of his longstanding service and contributions to Beacon, he now holds Board Member Emeritus status.

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Dr. Tweedie has been a member of the Johnson & Wales University community for more than three decades. He served for 21 years as Dean of the College of Engineering & Design and currently serves as Executive Director of Cybersecurity & Computer Science Education. Throughout his career at JWU, he has held numerous faculty and leadership positions, including Engineering Studies Department Chair, interim campus director, faculty member, and practicum and internship director. His areas of expertise include electro-mechanical engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, curriculum development, and experiential education.

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Throughout his career, Dr. Tweedie has been committed to expanding educational opportunities and strengthening connections between education and industry. He has secured more than $1 million in grant funding to support cybersecurity education, forensic training for law enforcement, and cyber awareness training for high school educators. He has also served on numerous educational and community advisory boards throughout Rhode Island.

Beyond his professional work, Dr. Tweedie has a longstanding record of community and youth involvement, including service with the Rhode Island and Woonsocket Jaycees, youth athletics, scouting, and his parish community.

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Dr. Tweedie’s 14 years of leadership as Board Chair, combined with his extensive background in education, technology, and community service, have made a lasting contribution to Beacon Charter Schools. His commitment to educational innovation and student opportunity remains an important part of Beacon’s history and continued mission.