MEET THE TEAM
Who We Are
Crystal Goodman
Founder, President, Executive Director
Crystal Goodman
Scheduled graduation date: May 2024
Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Story:
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"My story is my glory" - Crystal Goodman
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I grew up in the foster care system and was adopted by a woman named Ora Lee Goodman. Ora was a pastor for 40 years serving the underrepresented marginalized community in Minneapolis, MN. Because of the great example she set for me in my life, I want to be that for the students impacted by my program.
I graduated from North Dakota State University (NDSU) in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science. While pursuing my degree I was a member Black Student Association (BSA) volunteering for Liberty Middle School for 4 years. I graduated again in the summer of 2024 with a Master’s degree in Public Policy. Ora Lee’s Heart INC was established in 2023 in dedication to my amazing adopted mother. I desired to continue my work at the middle schools and high schools after graduating from NDSU. Ora Lee’s Heart, INC (OLH) is a 501(c)(3) organization located in the Fargo area. The mission of OLH is to empower children to succeed by providing tutoring and mentoring to marginalized students.
Kaelen Napoleon
Vice President
Kaelen Napoleon is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Xavier University of Louisiana. She taught non-categorical special education classes in Orleans Parish Schools for five years, before relocating to State College, Pennsylvania. While living in State College, she worked in administration at Sylvan Learning Center as an assessment coordinator, for three years, then relocated to Fargo, North Dakota. Kaelen is a proud alumna of North Dakota State University. She completed her Master’s degree in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in higher education. Kaelen currently serves as the Diversity and Inclusion Program Coordinator for the Office of Multicultural Programs at NDSU. Over the years, she has also coordinated programs for the federally funded TRIO Student Support Services, and TRIO Ronald E. McNair Baccalaureate program at NDSU. She is interested in the policies and practices that contribute to student success and is eager to support and assist challenged or traditionally marginalized students with the completion of their academic goals.
Faith Scheuer
Secretary
Hometown: Bismarck, ND
School: MPP and attending UND School of Law starting August 2024 (class of 2027)
Capstone: worked with the Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners to help establish a way to expand their services to aid domestic violence survivors
My goal is to work with the state in a legal capacity either on the Legislative Council or somewhere else in the Attorney General's office. However, I would also like look into what lawyers can do for nonprofits.
I think good education is the cornerstone of a moral, healthy society, and when we help motivate our younger generations to ask questions and investigate our world, we are preparing them to improve themselves and their communities. However, we cannot forget to support them throughout this journey.
Sadio Belle
Treasurer
My name is Sadio Belle, and I currently serve as Treasurer on Ora Lee’s Heart Board of Directors. I have over a decade of experience in administration and management and have been a Team Lead in many professional capacities. I excel in analytical thinking, results-oriented leadership, and effective team management. Children and the empowerment of children has always been my passion; ensuring their success through the pursuit of education has been one of my long-term goals. I have worked with out-of-school youths, vulnerable children and persons living and affected by HIV/AIDS, working with communities to bring awareness on issues of discrimination, stigmatization, and self-awareness to plant the seeds of change that are required to help our youths. I am currently a student at NDSU pursuing a Master of Public Policy (MPP); I believe that through effective policies, change can be envisioned, pursued, and realized. I love traveling and the quiet outdoors in my free time wia photo shortly.
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