Meet the ICSAtlanta 2025-2026 PTO Board
Bernice Booker: Co-President
Hi, my name is Bernice Booker. I have been a part of the ICSAtlanta Community for eight years. My daughter is a rising 8th grader in the Spanish track, and my son is a rising 1st grader.
The diversity and culture our school has built is something I’m thrilled to be a part of.
I see ICSAtlanta as an extension of my village. I have been a Room Parent for many years, and I am passionate about making our teachers and staff feel valued.
I seek to stay on as Co-President of the PTO to create continuity for a board with many new members. I will continue to find ways to lead with positivity, looking for ways to help build margin, to give teachers back some of their time and create more joy for our staff and teachers, while also contributing to the connectedness of the ICSAtlanta community.
Staci Beese: Co-President
Bonjour! My name is Staci, and I have a rising 1st grader in the French track. This past year, I had the pleasure of serving as a room parent, substitute teacher and volunteer at ICSAtlanta.
As an international family, we feel incredibly fortunate that my son can attend such a diverse and supportive school that truly reflects our values, right here in my hometown. It has brought us immense joy to be a part of the ICSAtlanta community, we’ve made wonderful friends and genuinely feel at home here!
With over 20 years of experience in international education and cultural exchange, and having lived in six countries, along with my background as a project manager, I’m deeply passionate about collaboration and learning. I’m excited for the chance to support this amazing school by serving as Co-President on the PTO board!
Karen Nelson: Co-Vice President of Community Relations
Hi! My name is Karen Nelson. My husband, Aaron, and I have three children: David (9, 4th grade), Teddy (8, 2nd grade), and Alice-Grace (5, Kindergarten). All three are in the Spanish track.
I work part-time as a preschool teacher at our Church’s Day School. I
have been a room parent for many years and previously served on the PTO Board from 2021 to 2023. I am thrilled to return and serve our school community again!
As VP of Community Relations, my goal is to support both the school
and the community. I plan to combine my skills and talents with the rest of the PTO Board members so that together, we can create a
better learning environment for our children.
Carla Gonzalez: Co-Vice President of Community Relations
Hi! My name is Carla Gonzalez. I was born and raised in Lima Peru, and moved to GA in 2002. My husband Luis and I have 3 amazing and very active boys. My oldest, Luis Enrique, is 12 years old, and he is in the 6th grade Spanish track. Lorenzo, our middle child, is 5 years old, and attends the Spanish Academy. Leonardo, our youngest, is 2.
We love to spend time together playing sports, listening to loud music, and watching movies. I’m a full-time stay-at-home mom, although I work as a medical interpreter, on a per request needed basis.
I have been part of the ICSAtlanta family for 8 years, and what I love the most about our school is the diversity, the appreciation of other cultures, and the opportunity to learn different languages.
I am happy to be part of the PTO team and to be able to help our school, the great teachers, and the students.
Poonam Flores: Co-Vice President of Special Programs
I’m Poonam. My husband Luis and I have two children, Xavier (10) and Elani (6), both currently at ICSAtlanta.
We have been in the school for 5 years now. We chose and love it for the IB program, the language opportunities, and the multicultural nature of the school. We hope to be here through to the end!
I love to support the school, teachers and staff wherever possible, whether it’s as a room parent, volunteer or just a parent because I believe that the good karma trickles down to all our children. Happy teachers, happy kids!!
I look forward to continuing to serve in the PTO to be able to continue to support our school!
Rosario Gobea Katis: Co-VP of Special Programs
My name is Rosario Gobea Katis and I am from Peru. I have been at ICSAtlanta for the past six years. I have three children all at ICSAtlanta: Brandon, in 7th grade; Naomi, in 4th grade; and Aiden, in 1st grade.
I am really grateful to be part of ICSAtlanta. I love our school and our community. I love the fact that it is a multicultural community which is helping me to teach my kids to be open-minded, to enjoy other cultures, and to see different points of view.
I am a full-time stay-at-home mother, and I work part-time with a health home care agency where we provide help for elder people.
I am excited to continue to serve as Co-VP of Special Programs with the PTO because I would like to be a part of giving back to our teachers and the administrators all the love and care that they give to our children.
It is my privilege to use my customer service skills and my love for helping people to benefit our school and our community.
Ashley Pierce: Co-Vice President of Student Enrichment
Hi! I’m Ashley Pierce and I’ve been a part of the ICSAtlanta community for two years. My daughter is a rising 2nd grader in the Spanish track, and I’m excited to have a rising kindergartener in the same program. We were drawn to ICSAtlanta by our passion for raising bilingual children and the school’s incredible diversity, as well as its loving and welcoming community.
I work from home in Marketing for a healthcare system, and I’m excited to bring my skills to the Student Enrichment position. I’m passionate about raising my children—and their village—to be good citizens of the world.
In this role, I look forward to supporting our administration, teachers, and students, and enhancing the ICSAtlanta experience for everyone.
Brittony Swiedler: Co-Vice President of Student Enrichment
Hi, my name is Brittony Swiedler. My daughter Eloise is in 1st grade Spanish track, and we love the school’s multiculturalism and language immersion! I have had the opportunity to volunteer as Room Parent last year, and this year I decided to become a substitute teacher at our school. I’m excited be Co-VP of Student Enrichment because through substitute teaching, I have had the opportunity to be in the classrooms and get a feel for how different teachers use tools to better help their students learn and thrive. I’d love the opportunity to help teachers get the tools they need without it coming out of their own pockets.
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Paola Tapia: Vice President of Communications
I’d love to be part of the PTO at ICSAtlanta and bring consistent communication and engagement to our school community. I recently served as VP of Communications/Social Media Manager at Alpharetta Elementary PTO for the past two years, and really enjoyed helping families stay connected and involved.
I was born in Bolivia and speak Spanish, so I understand how important it is to make communication accessible and inclusive for all families. I’d be excited to support ICSAtlanta PTO in that way and help build a strong sense of community.
Rachel Romo: Co-Vice President of Fundraising
Hi! My name is Rachel Romo. My husband Rafael and I have three miraculous little treasures, two of whom are currently attending ICSAtlanta. Evan (7th Grade), Ian (4th Grade) and Mila (Kindergarten) are in the Spanish track and love their teachers and school so much!
We were so blessed to find the ICSAtlanta community when we moved to this area in 2021! I currently stay home with my kids and devote myself full-time to managing household logistics and kids (fun times all around!)
I aim to continue service, it is my privilege to use my skills to benefit our school, administrators, teachers and our beautiful ICSAtlanta community. I have an extensive background in non-profit management, development and operations. I hope to give back to our school community a bit of what our family has received, and I love supporting our school through being a part of a vibrant and committed PTO.
Andrew Roth: Treasurer
