Our First Lady

Monifa has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Spelman College, a Master of Science in Non-Profit Management from Audrey Cohen College and a Master of Public Administration from Baruch College.  She has worked in the financial and non profit sectors for over 10 years.  Former employers include:  Nationsbanc Mortgage Company, National Development Council, Habitat for Humanity, NYC and Consumer Credit Counseling Service.  Currently Monifa is the Program Director for HomeStretch, an agency dedicated to providing housing and life skills to homeless families.

Dean and Monifa Watson have three beautiful children, Dean (Khi), Devon and Mekayla.  Monifa is the current President of the Tussahaw Elementary School PTO. She is a member of the Sisters In The Spirit Prayer Group, a graduate of Leadership Henry, c/o 2007 and an avid community volunteer.