Alyssa Anderson Pearson was elected to the board in November 2017 and re-elected for a second term in 2021.

A lifelong Lakewood resident, she currently works as the Contracts and Procurement Administrator for the Washington Military Department and earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and an MBA from Northern Arizona University.

Alyssa has been married to her husband Ryan since 2014, and they have two children.

As a board member, Alyssa works to build stronger community partnerships and increase district transparency. She believes supporting each child’s needs, both academically and emotionally, is a top priority to help them succeed.

Contact Alyssa Anderson Pearson, Director of District 3

Bryan Thomas was elected to the board in November 2023.

He grew up in Lakewood, attending CPSD schools and graduating from Clover Park High School. Both of his daughters also graduated from Clover Park Schools and his sister, Lisa Boyd, served as a long-time principal in the district.

Bryan currently works as the chief human resources and administrative officer for O Bee Credit Union and earned a bachelor’s degree in human resources and a master’s degree in human resources and organizational management.

Bryan has a history of service to the Lakewood community, including time on the board of directors for Communities in Schools in Lakewood, the Lakewood Public Safety Advisory Committee and the Lakewood Civil Service Commission.

Contact Bryan Thomas, Director of District 2

Krissy Kim was elected to the board in November 2023.

She has lived with her husband in Lakewood for more than 15 years, and all three of her children attended CPSD schools.

Krissy currently works as a K-2 Special Education Teacher for the Bethel School District and earned a bachelor’s degree in human development from Pacific Oaks College, a master’s degree in science of instruction from Drexel University and a Doctor of Education from Northeastern University.

As a board member, Krissy wants to ensure each child and family feels safe and valued in their schools and sees themselves reflected in curriculum and staff as they learn and grow.

Contact Krissy Kim, Director of District 1

Darrin Lowry was appointed as Interim Director in March 2025.

He has been a resident of Lakewood for 18 years. Darrin is deeply involved in the Lakewood community, serving as co-chair of the City of Lakewood Community Services Advisory Board and treasurer of the Tillicum Woodbrook Community Center, where he supports various essential community services. Darrin brings a wealth of educational experience to the board, having retired after 24 years as a public school administrator in multiple states and diverse school environments.

His educational background includes a B.S. in zoology from the University of Washington, a teaching certificate from Northeastern Illinois University, and a master’s degree in educational leadership from the University of Texas-San Antonio.

As a board member, Darrin prioritizes listening to the perspectives of fellow board members, school leaders, staff, students and community members to understand the needs of the students.

Contact Darrin Lowry, Director of District 4

Janet Caldwell was elected to the board in November 2023.

She is a product of CPSD schools and graduated from Lakes High School. She has lived in the CPSD community for more than 40 years, where both of her children attended Mann Middle School before also graduating from Lakes.

Janet currently works as an employee in the Bethel School District where she supports certificated staff as the Bethel Education Association President.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Washington State University and a master’s degree in educational technology from City University. She is also a National Board Certified teacher in early and middle literacy. 

Contact Janet Caldwell, Director of District 5