Board of Directors
The Hawbridge Board of Directors is a group of parents, educators, business owners, and community members dedicated to helping The Hawbridge School thrive by providing responsive governance and attentive oversight. Each Board member shares a passion for education and a commitment to Hawbridge’s mission and vision of innovative, place-based learning emphasizing environmental stewardship and the arts. The Board brings diverse talents and perspectives to fulfill our responsibilities to the school and its constituents.
Board Meetings
Board meetings are open to the public and held on the fourth Wednesday of every month unless noted on the school calendar.
Upcoming Meetings
Current Board of Directors
awilliams@hawbridgeschool.org
Mebane, NC
Part-time editor and full-time parent, April taught English literature and writing at UNC Greensboro while working toward a Ph.D. in environmental literature and rhetoric/composition. Prior to postgraduate work, April served as senior copywriter and editor for a marketing firm in Winston-Salem, NC. She is a double Demon Deacon, holding both a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University. What April admires most about The Hawbridge School is its emphasis on relationships; Hawbridge is a community that cares. When she is not caring for her own young learners (a son and a daughter) or spending time with her husband, April is often reading, walking in the woods, or playing with paint and words.
mglancy@hawbridgeschool.org
Pittsboro, NC
Megan was born and raised in North Carolina but has a strong passion for travel and adventure, living across the U.S. as well as abroad while pursuing her education and as a proud military spouse. After graduating from Guilford College with majors in Psychology and Women’s Studies, she pursued her advanced degree in Social Sciences at the University of Amsterdam. Since 2006, Megan has served as a lecturer and academic advisor in the department of Sociology and Anthropology at NC State, where she teaches courses on gender, race, intersectionality, inequality, and social change. Her most important work, however, is that of raising her two children, both happy Hawbridge Herons! Megan values Hawbridge’s emphasis on equity, cultural sensitivity, community involvement, and honoring the individual. The mission and values of the school align with her belief in providing safe and meaningful experiences to all students regardless of background and in support of their authentic selves. She lives in Pittsboro with her children, spouse, and menagerie of animals, where she enjoys yoga, community engagement, pollinator gardening, exploration, and the outdoors.
arose@hawbridgeschool.org
Biography forthcoming
nbarker@hawbridgeschool.org
Saxapahaw, NC
Natalya Barker works as an editor in international educational consulting. She holds a master’s degree in Liberal Studies from Duke University and a bachelor’s degree in English from Skidmore College. Natalya once owned a second-hand bookshop in Saxapahaw, Flying Beagle Books, where she had the opportunity to get to know Hawbridge students and faculty. This led to a strong interest in the mission and values of the school, and a deep appreciation for the role of the school in the Saxapahaw community and culture. Natalya is passionate about making Alamance County a better place to live for ALL its residents, and although much of her time is spent chasing after her energetic young son, she also serves as the Communications Secretary for the Alamance County NAACP and Chair of the North Newlin Voting Precinct.
cfisher@hawbridgeschool.org
Silk Hope (Siler City), NC
Full-time instructional systems designer, Christina has a B.A. in French Language and Literature and an M.Ed. in Education Media from UNC Chapel Hill. Christina has a keen interest in real estate. Her interest in The Hawbridge School began years ago while searching for a better educational environment for her daughter. She found The Hawbridge School’s mission and vision statements to be very compelling. Christina loves living in Silk Hope with her partner, horses, dogs, and cat, and enjoys outside farm work.
nharrison@hawbridgeschool.org
Biography forthcoming
jhorton@hawbridgeschool.org
Biography forthcoming
rlynch@hawbridgeschool.org
Saxapahaw, NC
Renee currently works as the Program Director of Saxapahaw Village Kids Preschool. After majoring in elementary education, she shifted her focus to early childhood education, obtaining a BA and MA in the field. Her passion for creating authentic, hands-on learning experiences in nature has driven her to become a North Carolina Certified Outdoor Learning Environment Designer through NC State University. Renee is drawn to Hawbridge’s mission to create an environment that empowers its students and hears their voices. This emphasis on mutual respect and honor parallels Renee’s belief that all children are capable, competent learners and should be actively involved in their education. Renee lives here in Saxapahaw with her two children and is an active member in the community. She spends her free time hiking, camping, kayaking along the river, or curled up with a good book.
dreid@hawbridgeschool.org
Saxapahaw, NC
Davida Reid is a dancer, choreographer, and educator. She holds an MA in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute in London and an MS in Organizational Management from the School for International Training in Vermont. For many years, she has worked with the elderly population as a movement instructor and with people who have Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. She is a yoga, Gyrotonic, and Gyrokinesis instructor and enjoys incorporating various forms of movement in choreography. Currently, Davida is a graduate student at the School of Dance at UNCG, where she is working in the Dance and Visual Arts department while obtaining her K-12 Licensure. She has resided in Saxapahaw for the past three years and, prior to moving here, was a frequent visitor to the area. Her two daughters have attended Hawbridge since 4th grade. She is completely supportive of the vision and mission of Hawbridge School and is grateful to be of service to the students, school, and surrounding community.
Board Responsibilities
The Hawbridge Board performs a number of duties in support of the school, including:
- Ensuring the school’s mission and vision are the guiding focus of the school
- Maintaining the school’s financial health
- Hiring and evaluating the Executive Director
- Creating, approving, and maintaining school policies, with appropriate input from administration and other stakeholders
- Taking responsibility for facility acquisition or modification
- Creating a strategic plan for the charter school and using the plan as a guide for decision-making
- Communicating the work of the Board and providing updates on our school expansion project to communities of interest
- Supporting and celebrating the work of the Hawbridge faculty, staff, and administrators
The Board is not responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school. If you have a classroom or operational issue, please address it to the appropriate teacher, administrator, or other school personnel.
Bylaws and Policies
The Hawbridge Board is guided by the following school policies and bylaws:
Past Meetings
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- January 26, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 10, 2022 (Special, Closed Session)
- February 23, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 6, 2022 (Virtual, 10 am) - Meeting Minutes
- March 30, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- April 27, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 25, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda
- June 8, 2022 (6:30 pm, Amphitheater) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 13, 2022 (6:00 pm, Virtual) - Special Session
- June 22, 2022 (Virtual) - Agenda
- January 13, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- January 27, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 24, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 17, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minute
- April 28, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 26, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 23, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 13, 2021 (Closed, Special Session) - Meeting Minutes
- July 28, 2021 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- August 25, 2021 (in person, at The Hawbridge School) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 22, 2021 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 30, 2021 (Virtual) - 7pm (closed, special session)
- October 11, 2021 (Virtual) - 7pm (closed, special session)
- October 19, 2021 - 6pm (Closed, special session)
- October 27, 2021 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- November 17, 2021 (Huth Commons) - 6pm (Agenda), Meeting Minutes
- December 15, 2021 (Virtual) - 6pm, Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- January 8, 2020 (Closed Session, 7pm) - Meeting Minutes
- January 22, 2020 (Regular) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 19, 2020 (Regular) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 25, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- April 22, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 18, 2020 (Closed, Special Executive Session, 7pm) - Meeting Minutes
- May 27, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 24, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 10, 2020 (Closed Session) - Meeting Minutes
- July 22, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 31, 2020 (Closed, Special Session) - Meeting Minutes
- August 26, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 9, 2020 (Special Session, Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 23, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 28, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- November 18, 2020 (Virtual) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- December 9, 2020 (Virtual Special Session) - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- December 16, 2020 - Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- January 12, 2019 (Closed, Special Session) –Meeting Minutes
- January 23, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 27, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 12, 2019 (Closed, Special Session) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 20, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- April 24, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 22, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 4, 2019 (Closed, Special Session) – Meeting Minutes
- June 19, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 17, 2019 (Closed Session, 7pm) – Meeting Minutes
- July 24, 2019 – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- August 27, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 4, 2019 (Closed Session, 6pm) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 25, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 7, 2019 (Closed Session, 5:30pm) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 17, 2019 (Closed Session) – Meeting Minutes
- October 23, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- November 20, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- December 18, 2019 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- January 24, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 21, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 21, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- April 18, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 2, 2018 (Closed Session, 8am) – Agenda
- May 4, 2018 (Closed Session, 8am) – Agenda
- May 9, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 27, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 18, 2018 (Closed Session) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- July 26, 2018 (Regular, 6:15pm) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- August 22, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 26, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 24, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- November 28, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda,Meeting Minutes
- December 12, 2018 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- December 18, 2018 (Closed, Special Session) – Agenda,Meeting Minutes
- January 18, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- February 15, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- March 15, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- April 19, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- May 17, 2017 (Regular, 6:30pm) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- June 14, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- No meeting in July
- August 23, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- September 20, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 11, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- October 27, 2017 (Special Executive Session, 8:30am) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- November 15, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
- December 13, 2017 (Regular) – Agenda, Meeting Minutes
Minutes from Hawbridge Board of Director meetings are approved during the following month’s regular meeting of the Board. The approved minutes are then typically posted within one week of the date in which they are approved. A lag time may occur, however, under certain circumstances, such as if the Board Secretary is absent from a regular meeting.
Agendas and minutes for meetings prior to 2016 are available upon request from Jennifer Shelton – jshelton@hawbridgeschool.org
Serving on the Board
If you are interested in serving on The Hawbridge Board of Directors, please email board@hawbridgeschool.org for more information. Board terms run for 3 years and begin on July 1.
Contact the Board
You may contact the Board at board@hawbridgeschool.org