Jane Lai

Co-President

My son Logan is in 4th grade and my daughter Taylor is in 2nd grade. I have experience working as an elementary teacher in schools around the Atlanta metro area.

I was the PTO Secretary for the past 2 years and am excited to partner up with Angel this year as co-presidents. I’m looking forward to supporting the teachers, staff, and students at MBES! 

Angel Jones

Co-President

We are so grateful for this neighborhood school! Our son, Hayden is a recent graduate - now at Autrey Mill Middle School - and our daughter, Dylan is in 4th grade.

I am the Global Head of Talent Acquisition for an AI analytics platform by day and unpaid extracurricular logistics coordinator by night. I am excited to work more closely with Mr. Vance and the teachers and staff of Medlock Bridge this year. I couldn't ask for a better partner than Jane and a better PTO than ours!  

Jessica Hike

Treasurer

Family Details: Parker, 3rd Grade and Jacob, Kindergarten

Professional & Volunteer Background: We've been a proud MBES Mustang family since 2020 and I have served on the Medlock Bridge PTO Board since Fall 2024. From 2024-2026, I served as the VP of Fundraising, where I oversaw major initiatives such as Runapalooza, the Spring Carnival, PTO membership, and our annual family photo fundraiser. I'm excited to apply my knowledge of the PTO Board and the budget, particularly from a fundraising standpoint, to the Treasurer role.

In addition to MBES, I have over 15 years of healthcare IT management experience managing multi-million dollar cost centers and vendor accounts. I currently serve as a leader in Emory Healthcare's IT Project Management Office. I also have board experience from current and previous membership with the Rollins School of Public Health Alumni Board and the Stetson University College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Board, among other organizations.

A Message to our Community: Thank you for your support of Medlock Bridge Elementary School and our PTO! MBES is such a special place where our children have grown tremendously, both socially and scholastically. It takes many hands to create this magic - so I encourage you to find opportunities to use your gifts and talents to make a difference in our students' lives. I am so excited to work with an incredibly talented board that is eager to make this year the best ever!

Dr. Terri Bryant

VP Teacher Support

Family Details: Proud wife and mom of four! I have three children currently attending MBES one proud MBES graduate who is now a student at AMS.

Professional & Volunteer Background: This is my fourth year on the PTO Board and my second as VP of Teacher Support. Over the years, I’ve loved giving back to our school community in various roles, including Room Parent, PTO Secretary, VP of Sponsorship, and chair of the Outreach and Communications committee for the MBES School Governance Council.

Professionally, I bring over 20 years of experience in leader and organizational development, helping schools, corporations, and nonprofits build more effective, resilient, and human-centered cultures. Because I truly believe that great organizations are built on great leadership, my day job is all about creating environments where people can thrive, a passion I love pouring right back into our school.  Additionally, I have been a member of the Junior League of Atlanta for over ten years, dedicating time to various civic initiatives, and I also partner with the City of Johns Creek to help plan local social events.

A Message to Our Community: I am absolutely thrilled for another wonderful school year at MBES! Our teachers and staff give so much of their hearts to our children every single day, and my goal is to make sure they feel deeply appreciated, supported, and celebrated. I look forward to partnering with all of our amazing MBES families to make this year our best one yet!

Mary Guo

VP, Teacher Support

Family Details: We have been a Medlock family since 2018. My daughter was at MBES starting in PreK. She is now in 7th grade at Autrey Mill. My son is currently in 3rd grade at Medlock. 

Professional & Volunteer Background: I have been involved at Medlock for a few years in various capacities. Professionally, I work in brand and product marketing in the automotive industry.

A Message to Our Community: It's been wonderful to see Medlock over the years. I can't wait for another wonderful and exciting school year. 

Sayali Petkar

Co-VP, Fundraising