Connor Moeykens
NSBMA Executive President
RSU 26 School Board, Maine
Connor Moeykens serves as the Student Representative for RSU 26 and brings extensive NSBMA experience to his role as Executive President. Having served in multiple national positions, he understands the organization’s structure, programming, and student leadership needs. Connor focuses on strengthening national coordination, improving event quality, and supporting student board members through practical training. He is passionate about building effective systems that help student leaders create meaningful change in their communities.
Siyona Patel
Northeast Regional Strategy Coordinator
Monroe Township School District, New Jersey
Siyona Patel has been active in education advocacy since middle school, attending Board of Education meetings long before serving as her district’s student representative. She focuses on strengthening student-board engagement and ensuring students have clear channels to influence local policy. Siyona hopes to pursue a future in international relations and policymaking. Outside of her advocacy work, she enjoys listening to vinyl records and going out to dinner with friends.
O’Marie Barnes
National Policy Director
Maryland State Board of Education, Maryland
O’Marie Barnes is a student leader and nonprofit founder dedicated to expanding youth involvement in government and public policy. He serves on the Maryland Youth Advisory Council and advises Congressman Glenn Ivey’s Safe Streets and Youth Advisory Boards. O’Marie previously founded a youth-led legal mentorship organization and has experience as a U.S. Senate Page and Congressional Intern. He is passionate about strengthening civic engagement and amplifying young people in policymaking spaces.
Sydney Dobmeier
Northeast Regional Vice President
Orchard Park Central School District, New York
Sydney Dobmeier serves as the Student Board Member for Orchard Park, where she prioritizes educational equity and amplifying student perspectives. Her work with Students Protecting Education has strengthened her commitment to student-centered policymaking, while her experience as a Congressional Intern deepened her understanding of government impact on schools. As Northeast Vice President, she aims to empower student leaders across the region. She also enjoys creating community connections and spending time outdoors.
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Sabi Yoon
West/Midwest Regional Vice President
Seattle Public Schools, Washington
Sabi Yoon serves as a two-term Student Board Member for Seattle Public Schools, where she focuses on school safety, resource equity, and student-driven policymaking. She developed a three-part training program for student board members, organized districtwide student forums, and revised representative policy alongside state partners. Through NSBMA, Sabi aims to support student board members nationwide with accessible training and community. She also enjoys mentoring peers and sharing civic education content online.
Rishab Jain
West Regional Strategy Coordinator
Fremont Unified School District, California
Rishab Jain represents more than 32,000 students as the Student Board Member for Fremont Unified. He advocates for expanded technology access, digital literacy, and the implementation of personal finance education aligned with AB 2927. Rishab focuses on building collaboration among students, educators, and administrators to improve engagement and strengthen decision-making. He is passionate about regional dialogue among student board members and enjoys exploring innovative ways to support student success.
Nia Batra
Southeast Vice President
City Schools of Decatur, Georgia
Nia Batra serves on the City Schools of Decatur Board of Education, where she advances policy efforts and supports a bill expanding student board member positions in Georgia. She collaborates with the Georgia Youth Justice Coalition to encourage youth involvement in civic action, from canvassing to legislative meetings. At NSBMA, Nia hopes to strengthen student representation across the Southeast. When she’s not advocating for policy change, she enjoys creating projects at her local Makerspace.
Kylie Sowers
Southeast Regional Strategy Coordinator
Miami-Dade County School Board, Florida
Kylie Sowers first entered policy work after speaking at a Miami-Dade School Board meeting, an experience that sparked her commitment to civic engagement. As a fellow in the District 9 office, she has contributed to education research, policy development, and student outreach. Kylie’s work centers on empowering students to participate in local government and understand their influence. She also enjoys sports photography and brings energy and creativity into every project she leads.