Lionelle and her twin sister, Lise were members at the Brockton Clubhouse in the 90s,

evolved to Club Staff and presently are volunteers and supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South.

Following high school, Lise enlisted in the United States Army to serve the country and support her through college. She ended her military service with the Army Reserves in 2000 as an E4/Combat Medical Specialist. Dr. McKenzie earned her BA in English with a minor in secondary education from Suffolk University in 1999. She returned to Suffolk in 2002 earning a Masters in Criminal Justice. Continuing her education, Dr. McKenzie earned a second Masters in Family Therapy from Eastern Nazarene College in 2016 and a Doctorate Degree in Education from Regis College in 2023. She holds licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Licensed Social Worker Associate. Dr. McKenzie is employed full-time by the Department of Transitional Assistance as Director of the Quincy Transitional Aid Office.

“When relocating to Brockton from Boston in the ‘90s, I found a sense of community at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South. The Club encouraged me to do well in school, avoid negative influences, and pursue higher education. It wasn’t just a place for academic growth—it was also a place where I could hang out, have fun, and simply be a kid.

As an alumna, the Boys & Girls Club was instrumental in jumpstarting my career in Human Services. The Club’s leadership provided me with invaluable opportunities."