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MURIEL BOWSER
MAYOR
December 9, 2025
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350Pennsylvani a Avenue,NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
In accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
142; D.C. Official Code§ 1-523.01), and pursuant to section 6 of the Office of Out of School Time
Grants and Youth Outcomes Establishment Act of 2016, effective April 7, 2017 (D.C. Law 21-261;
D.C. Official Code§ 2-1555.05), I am pleased to nominate the following individual:
Ms. Stephanie Foo
Brothers Place, SE
Washington, DC 20032
(Ward 8)
for appointment as a nongovernmental member of the Commission on Out of School Time Grants and
Youth Outcomes, filling a vacant seat formerly held by Kenneth Taylor, for the remainder of an
unexpired term to end November 7, 2026.
Enclosed, you will find biographical in formation detailing the experience of the above-mentioned
nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
I would appreciate the Council's earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor's Office of Talent and
Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
Sincerely,
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at the request of the Mayor
A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
10 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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15 To confirm the appointment of Stephanie Foo to the Commission on Out of School Time Grants
16 and Youth Outcomes.
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18 RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
19 resolution may be cited as the "Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes
20 Stephanie Foo Confirmation Resolution of 2025".
21 Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the appointment of:
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23 Ms. Stephanie Foo
24 Brothers Place, SE
25 Washington, DC 20032
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28 as a nongovernmental member of the Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth
29 Outcomes, established by section 6 of the Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth
30 Outcomes Establishment Act of 2016, effective April 7, 2017 (D.C. Law 21-261; D.C. Official
31 Code§ 2-1555.05), filling a vacant seat formerly held by Kenneth Taylor, for the remainder of
32 an unexpired term to end November 7, 2026.
33 Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
34 upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Office of the Mayor.
35 Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
S. Foo
Professional Summary
Community-first communications professional with 18+ years of experience in public
engagement, education, and strategic messaging, with a strong focus on Ward 8 initiatives.
Proven ability to mobilize community members, drive inclusive outreach strategies, and serve
historically underserved populations. Adept to crafting accessible, equity-centered
communications and managing digital platforms to amplify resources, events, and civic
engagement. Deeply committed to public service and building trust between residents and
government through transparency, accessibility, and consistent presence.
Core Competencies
• Community Engagement & Outreach Strategy
• Cross-Sector Partnership Building
• Financial Literacy & Workforce Development Instruction
• Digital Communications & Social Media Management
• Equity-Focused Messaging & Inclusion
• Civic Advocacy & Resident Services
• Data Entry & Reporting (LACES)
• Microsoft Office Certification & Instruction
Education
Master of Arts in Mass Communications (Expected Spring 2027)
George Washington University | Washington, DC
Bachelor of Arts in Communications
Trinity Washington University | Washington, DC
Relevant Coursework: Strategic Communication, Financial Literacy Campaigns, Community
Development & Policy Messaging
Professional Experience
Communications & Instructional Specialist
Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC) |
Washington, DC
2019 – Present
• Lead all internal and external communications, including social media, newsletters, and
email outreach using Hootsuite and iContact.
• Design and execute communication strategies for CHCTDC’s leadership transition and
rebranding as part of the DIAL Fellowship Program, participating in twice-weekly
strategic meetings.
• Teach Information Management (Microsoft Office) classes, Monday–Thursday, to adult
learners focused on tech literacy, job readiness, and digital navigation.
• Instruct financial literacy programming, both asynchronously and in person, with a focus
on budgeting, credit building, and banking.
• Provide direct classroom instruction at the Office of Neighborhood Safety and
Engagement (ONSE) for returning citizens and at-risk young adults for the past five
years.
• Administer Microsoft Word certification exams and provide individualized test
preparation.
• Input and maintain all workforce development data in LACES for over four years,
ensuring accuracy and grant compliance.
• Represent CHCTDC at key events and seminars (Wilson Building, Sycamore & Oak,
Blackbone HQ, CCPrep, etc.).
Communications Lead/Director of Extended Day
Cedar Tree Academy PCS | Washington, DC
2015 – Present
• Oversee all communications and outreach to families in Ward 8, enhancing relationships
with students, families, and the local community.
• Develop digital and print materials to promote family engagement, school enrollment,
and program awareness.
• Lead initiatives around financial literacy, parent workshops, and after-school program
support.
• Act as a liaison between school leadership and community partners to address family
needs and access to city resources.
Financial Literacy Instructor
Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) | Washington, DC
2020 – Present
• Deliver in-person and virtual financial education workshops designed for marginalized
DC populations, especially returning citizens.
• Customize curriculum to meet the needs of adult learners reentering the workforce or
navigating financial systems for the first time.
• Foster safe, culturally responsive learning spaces for adult learners, building financial
confidence and real-world budgeting skills.
Community Engagement Volunteer Member
My School DC Parent Advisory Council (PAC) | Washington, DC
2018 – Present
• Inform and support DC families, particularly in Wards 7 and 8, navigating the school
lottery system.
• Coordinate outreach to ensure equitable access to education and increased participation in
school choice.
• Serve as a bridge between families, schools, and city agencies.
Certifications
• Microsoft Office Specialist
• Harvard Financial Literacy Instructor Certification
• Community Engagement & Outreach Certificate
Community Involvement
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated – Member
Advocate for equity, economic empowerment, and civic awareness through community
service and voter engagement.
• My School DC PAC – Community Volunteer
Champion for family access to school and city resources, with a focus on equity in Wards
7 & 8.
Technical Proficiency
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Social Media Platforms & Scheduling Tools (Hootsuite, Instagram, Facebook)
• Email Marketing (iContact, Mailchimp)
• Data Reporting Tools (LACES, Google Analytics, Tableau)
Key Achievements
• Led digital and communications strategy for CHCTDC’s full rebrand and leadership
transition.
• Delivered financial literacy programming to over 500 underserved residents across DC.
• Increased social media engagement by 40% through culturally responsive content.
• Successfully certified over 200 students in Microsoft Word.
• Built and maintained a self-sustaining data system in LACES for workforce tracking.
• Recruited and retained dozens of students in workforce training and certification
pathways.
References
Available upon request.
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xecutive Office of the Mayor – Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments
John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600 | Washington, DC 20004
St
ephanie Foo
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s. Stephanie Foo is a communications expert involved with a variety of
Ward 8 initiatives. She is currently a Communications and Instructional
Specialist at Congress Heights Community Training and Development
Corporation, an organization aiding entrepreneurs in Wards 7 and 8. She
also works as a Communications Lead at Cedar Tree Academy and
volunteers as a Financial Literacy Instructor at Office of Neighborhood
Safety and Engagement (ONSE).
A Ward 8 resident, Ms. Foo earned her Bachelor of Arts in
Communications from Trinity Washington University and is currently
pursuing a Master of Arts in Mass Communications at George
Washington University.
GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
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The John A. Wilson Building • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW • Suite 300 • Washington, D.C. 20004 • Office (202) 724-7681
To: Tomas Talamante, Steve Walker
From: Betsy Cavendish
Date: October 31, 2025
Subject: Legal sufficiency review of Resolution s nominating Matthew Hanson , Joanne
Lamparter, Danielle Schmutz, Ricardo Cooper, Stephanie Foo, Cambridge
Worrell-Smith, Levi Eckman, Rohan Young, Daniela Grigioni, Sybil Davis,
GeNita Finley, Reginald Mathis, and Leandro Travieso as members of the
Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outc omes
This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above -referenced resolution s and
found them to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
hesitate to call Erika Satterlee, Deputy General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at 202-
724-1303, or me at 202-724-7681.
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Elizabeth A. (Betsy) Cavendish