Achieve Foundation - Board of Directors

The Achieve Foundation wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and drive of our board of directors.

Achieve Foundation was created as an educational foundation with the objective to generate support for diverse programs that encourage students to become involved in positive activities at school and within the larger community.

Our mission is to achieve educational equality by providing enhanced learning opportunities to K - 12 students in Middle Georgia.

 

Martha E. Bright

Martha E. Bright is an activist educator who relocated to GA in 2002 from Brooklyn, NY, to serve the FVSU community with Dr. Kofi Lomotey, its 7th president. Martha has devoted more than 50 years to community service organizations and endeavors, most notably, the EAST Sisterhood, two African-centered independent schools, and the Center for Law and Social Justice, Medgar Evers College, CUNY. Ms. Bright’s numerous community affiliations in Fort Valley include: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, where she has been the Women’s Club president since 2008, a Vestry member, and coordinator of international projects, a Canterbury Club advisor, and the VBS coordinator; Peach County Family Connection, Treasurer of the Board, past Coordinator for Community Engagement; After School Director and Co-director of the Captain Planet funded Children’s Environmental Project in the Tabor Heights community; Peach Area Habitat for Humanity’s “Can Lady”; Peach/Crawford County Domestic Violence Task Force Co-Chairperson and a member of the Hunt Education and Cultural Center.

Marlon Scott

Marlon Scott is the esteemed Director and founder of the Judah Soccer Association, established in 2019. With his unwavering dedication, he has played a crucial role in the advancement of youth soccer in Warner Robins. Marlon's visionary approach involves integrating volunteering initiatives and comprehensive youth development programs, fostering the growth of aspiring mentors within the community.

Dr. Mittie Smith

Dr. Mittie Smith retired from the US Army after proudly serving for over 28 years throughout the United States and abroad. Dr. Smith’s military leadership and education boast an array of accolades. Beyond her military endeavors, Dr. Smith is a lifelong learner and an academic luminary. She holds a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership, a Master of Business Administration and Management, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Management. She has further enriched the academic world as a University Professor and distinguished herself as an experienced Leadership Coach, Consultant, and Facilitator. Dr. Smith has been teaching, coaching and mentoring professionals and building high performing teams for more than 30 years. Dr. Smith has been a true ambassador of goodwill and education in the military and civilian communities. She enjoys reading, learning, family events, and volunteering in her community.

Crystal Mahon

Crystal Mahon is a Middle Georgia native. She has always had a passion for helping others with more than 20 years serving the community. She began as a mentor for Big Brother Big Sister and served 9 years at Macon-Bibb as a firefighter. Desiring to do more, she decided to attend nursing school where she obtained her LPN license and then went on to earn her RN. Crystal is a mother of two girls who attend Achieve Academy. She enjoys reading, learning, traveling, and exploring new foods and restaurants. She is a self-proclaimed foodie.

Crystal wants to encourage others to follow their dreams and aspirations, helping them in any way she can and especially helping her daughters become successful, thriving adults in this society. She strives to forever be a student of life to reach her full potential.

For more information on Volunteer opportunities or how you can support, contact Tara Pvel at tarapvel@achieveacademy.education.