Lawrence Williams

Lawrence Williams is the Founder and Tour Coordinator of the Caring For Young Minds College Tour. Born and raised in Wilmington, North Carolina, he is the son of Kathy Bethune. He has two siblings: sister, Mira Bethune and brother, Bernard Bethune. Lawrence is a 1985 graduate of Wallace-Rose Hill High School. In 1991, he proudly graduated from North Carolina Central University whereby he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education. In 2000, he graduated from Goucher College with a double Master degree in Education and Athletic Administration. Currently, Lawrence Williams is the Assistant Principal at Randallstown High School located in Randallstown, Maryland, and he is an active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.

Patrick Johnson
Patrick Johnson is a Mississippi native -born and raised in Pascagoula.   He attended Tougaloo College and the University of Maryland, obtaining degrees in Education and Business and Master Degrees in Business Management and Marketing respectfully.  Patrick Johnson is a former member of the United States Air Force, and his professional career spans across the technology grid as a Mechanical Engineer, Software Engineer, Software Trainer and Marketing Executive.  He currently works as a Marketing Director for one of Maryland’s leading Audio Visual Engineering and Architectural firms.

Mr. Johnson spends most of his free time volunteering with youth – helping them to develop. His volunteerism is evident in the many workshops and conferences he has helped to develop for the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) arena. He is also a driving force behind the annual college tours sponsored by the Caring For Young Minds Organization.  Mr. Johnson’s life-philosophy is derived from the famous quote by W.E.B. Dubois’ “Talented Tenth”.   He currently serves as a member of the Board of Director of the Caring For Young Minds Foundations and is the proud father of one Son – Brenden.

Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson is a native of Harlem, New York. A graduate of Louis D. Brandeis High School. He received his Bachelor’s in Communications with a minor in Criminal Justice from Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina.  Mr. Thompson is currently the Behavior Interventionist at Randallstown High School in Randallstown, MD. As a Behavior Interventionist, Mr. Thompson is the liaison between the school and representatives of private provider agencies.  He provides social skills training to students and assists with maintaing a safe and orderly school environment.

Mr. Thompson works closely with the Urban Leadership Institute (ULI), and collaborates with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated’s Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence (EMBODI) program.  He has been deeply involved and is an essential member of the Caring For Young Minds organization.  Michael Thomposn is passionate and committed to working with youth from all cultural backgrounds. He continues to motivate and inspire youth to reach greater heights in both their academic and personal lives. Michael Thompson enjoys spending time with his wife of 13 years, Tracey, his 10 year old son, Jabari Michael and his 9 year old daughter, Aliyah Laila.

Rosa Dannage-Fields
Rosa Dannage-Fields is a Transition Facilitator with the Baltimore County Public School system.  A native of Louisiana, she received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Southern University, a Master degree in Special Education from Coppin State College, and a certification in Administration and Supervision from Towson University. Mrs. Dannage-Fields is currently pursuing the Work-Based Learning Endorsement at the University of Maryland and holds a Masters plus 60.

Mrs. Dannage-Fields’ life is dedicated to working with students with special needs.  She assists students and families by connecting them to employment opportunities and other post-secondary placements.  Mrs. Dannage-Fields volunteers with the homeless shelter and the church, and she tutors young adults.  She is married to Mr. Richard D. Fields, together they have four children.

Wilma DeYeampert

Wilma L. DeYampert was born Decatur, Alabama. She is a graduate of Bob Jones High School. She studied at the University of Alabama, Alabama A&M University and University of Alabama at Birmingham where she received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a Master of Science in Elementary Education and a Certification in Administration and Supervision.

Mrs. DeYeampert has worked for Girls Inc. (Curriculum Specialist), Boys and Girls Club of America (Program Aide), North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence (Educational Specialist), Huntsville City Schools (Teacher 3-8), Baltimore County Public Schools ( Reading Specialist and Assistant Principal) and currently serves as Director of Education at Sequel Youth and Family Services in Madison, AL.  Mrs. DeYeampert is the proud parent of Lauryn Ashley and Dylan Blake. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and is dedicated to helping all children excel in academics and become productive citizens.

Michael Sye
Michael Sye is a native of Baltimore, MD and a graduate of Woodlawn High School. Nothing gives him more pride than to inspire students as an educator and to give back to his community by mentoring and developing young minds.  His Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology comes from the University of Delaware, and he received his Master Degree in Leadership of Educational Organizations in 2008 from American Intercontinental University.  Recently, he received his Certified Masters in Athletic Administration from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).

Michael Sye is currently the Athletic Director at Woodlawn High School, a Representative on the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) Board of Control and a Maryland State Athletic Directors Association (MSADA) District 6 Representative.  His past experience includes Assistant Principal at Milford Mill Evening School, coaching Track at Woodlawn High School, and Varsity Football at Randallstown High School and Woodlawn High School. He is married to his long time sweetheart Rachel Sye and they have two children.