We are honoring five African American Women Alumni of MPS Henry High School (now Camden High) who provide leadership in serving youth. Presented in gratitude to these stellar individuals for serving our youth. Note: Extended stories of these women are available at Camden High School.
Tameika Williams – Henry High School Graduate of 2005
Tameika Williams Johnson has dedicated over a decade to serving the North Minneapolis community as a youth worker and licensed teacher. Williams and two colleague teachers created the Education Pathways Program at Camden High. Juniors and seniors in this program are enrolled in courses at the high school in which they explore careers in education. Students have dual enrollment, that of Camden High and that of Minneapolis College (formerly MCTC), receiving up to 12 high school and college credits. Minneapolis College sends their syllabus, curriculum and lesson plans to Education Pathway Camden staff. Williams and colleagues created a modified curriculum providing culturally relevant modifications relevant to the school population and the Northside community the students come from. Williams’ passion for supporting students and families has led her to her current role as a Professor at Metro State University and Special Education Program Coordinator. As the co-founder of The Creative Plug, Tameika aims to connect youth to mentorship and learning experiences through arts and creativity. Her extensive experience provides her with the knowledge and skills to empower young people and educators, while actively working to disrupt systems of oppression in her community.
Brooke Ann Roper – Henry High School Graduate of 2007
Brooke Roper has become a leader in advancing equity, community building, and environmental justice. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Minnesota State University – Mankato and a Master of Education in Youth Development and Leadership from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. As a member of the Hopkins Public Schools Board, Brooke is in her second year of a four-year term, elected in 2023. She works to ensure district policies serve all students while advocating for equity to remain centered in state and federal legislation. “Fighting against systemic racism in outdated policies is a constant challenge, but ensuring every student has equitable opportunities is essential,” Brooke says. Brooke is also a steering committee member of Minnesota Advocates for Electric School Buses, supporting the transition to clean energy to protect students’ health, address asthma disparities, and combat climate change. In youth development, Brooke has helped hundreds of youth access housing, education, and employment through organizations such as YouthLink, The Link, and Avenues for Homeless Youth. Currently. She serves as Office Manager at PrairieCare Fund, advancing mental health initiatives in Minnesota schools and nonprofits.
Jasmyn Green – Henry High School Graduate of 2007
Director of Programs for Oasis for Youth, Jasmyn Green oversees this drop-in center and its outreach response programs. Working closely with schools in Bloomington, Richfield and Edina, Oasis for Youth mobilizes the volunteer and financial support of local community members, churches and civic organizations, to connect homeless and at-risk youth to services and support. Green is Oasis’ most tenured employee bringing over 15 years of direct service work to youth. Jasmyn is a fierce advocate for youth with experiences as lead case manager at Oasis, as an outreach worker with District 202/StreetWorks, Lutheran Social Services, Salvation Army and Face 2 Face, and as a creator of the “Guide to the Streets” for youth and young adults. Green is part of several community efforts that focus on the importance of racial equity and how inequalities create youth homelessness in Minnesota. An amazing teacher, she continues to share her knowledge and skill with the youth-serving community as a trainer and advisor at Oasis, in the community, and throughout the Midwest. She was recognized as a Bloomington Pioneer and Changemaker in 2021, an award for advancing civil rights and removing barriers to equity.
Takara Dudley – Henry High School Graduate of 2008
After graduating from Henry High (now Camden High) Takara attended college at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with double majors in Family Social Science and Spanish Studies. She honed experience working with youth by spending her first seven years in the district working at Andersen School as classroom aide, Family Liaison, and staff support for homeless and highly mobile students. The past three years Dudley has been working at the district level in the Homeless & Highly Mobile Department as the Shelter Coordinator. Her role is to assist families in shelters as they enroll their children in school. She works very closely with Hennepin County, community partners, and shelter staff to keep students, and their families, connected with school, which she says is a vital part of breaking the cycle of homelessness. Takara says, “These students and families are some of our most vulnerable clients but their strength and resilience are truly a privilege to see each day. Supporting and working with them has grown to be a passion of mine. What has surprised me most is the tremendous lack of affordable housing and access to resources in Minneapolis for families experiencing housing instability.”
Sandra Moore – 1990 Henry High School Graduate
Sandra Moore is employed by Delta Air Lines in the role of a Red Coat, an airport customer service agent. In 2024 she was named as a Chairman’s Club Honoree, the most prestigious recognition a Delta employee can receive. Her father, North Minneapolis resident, was flown to the Dallas headquarters to join her on the red carpet to be honored with the award. A colleague states in her nomination for Moore to receive the award states: “Sandra’s commitment goes beyond the workplace as she actively engages with the community and connects with meaningful causes. Through her efforts, Sandra ensures that Delta’s impact extends far beyond the airport gates, making a positive difference in the lives of others. She is pivotal in connecting our team with organizations like Feed My Starving Children, the Walk for Suicide Prevention, and the Relay for Life in our Delta community.” Moore has hosted a blood drive for Delta employees and passengers, and leads fundraising for Wipe Out Kids Cancer with the American Cancer Society.