Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees Board President Statement | November 17, 2024
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am immensely proud to commend the staff, administration, and students of Renaissance Academy Charter School for their unwavering dedication and exceptional efforts. Our school, a beacon of educational excellence in Phoenixville, continues to thrive due to the innovative teaching methods and the robust college preparatory curriculum offered. The commitment of our educators and students to uphold and exceed the measurable academic standards set forth is truly inspiring. Together, we are not only enhancing educational opportunities for all pupils but also shaping a brighter future for every student who walks through our doors. Thank you for your hard work perseverance, and for making Renaissance Academy a place where educational dreams become a reality.
Beth Falcone
President, Renaissance Academy Charter School Board of Trustees
The Board maintains the Mission and Vision, sets policy, and provides leadership. Members have responsibility for the school’s governance and operation from a strategic standpoint and are accountable for legal compliance, financial stewardship, academic performance, and more.
- Submit a public comment for the meeting by sending an email to publiccomment@rak12.org.
- Agendas are published no less than 24 hours prior to each meeting in the calendar event.
- View Board Committee Members
- View individual pages for home-district school boards of RA students
2026-2027 Public Board Meeting Dates
Third Thursday of every month 7pm - 8pm.
- August 20th, 2026
- August 27th 2026 - Comprehensive Plan Vote
- September 17th, 2026
- October 15th, 2026
- November 19th, 2026
- December 17th, 2026
- January 21st, 2027
- February 18th, 2027
- March 18th, 2027
- April 22nd, 2027
- May 20th, 2027
- June 17th, 2027
School Board Public Documents
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- View published Board Meeting Minutes
2026-2027 RA Board of Trustees Members
Elizabeth (Beth) joined the RA Board of Trustees in February 2019 but has been a part of the Renaissance Academy community since 2016 when her daughter began kindergarten. Beth is the current President and chairs the Executive Session on HR. A graduate of Drexel University, Beth resides in Audubon with her husband and daughter, a student at RA. She is employed at Vanguard, currently working in Project Management. Beyond work, Beth enjoys volunteering with the Girl Scouts, as Co-Leader of Troop 41441, and Stray Cat Blues, Inc.
Gregory (Greg) Queen was born and raised in the Philadelphia Area, attended La Salle College High School and graduated from Temple University with a Bachelor of Science in Education. He lives in the Pottsgrove School District with his wife and 2 children, both of which are enrolled at Renaissance Academy.
He is currently a Director of Sales for JLL/T and owns his own sales and marketing consulting firm. Previously, Greg has over 20 years of sales, marketing, and management experience in various industries. He has been mentoring and teaching his entire career, having managed teams of people ranging from 2 to 400.
Greg began serving on the RA Board of Trustees in January of 2020. He brings a broad knowledge of Sales, Marketing, Management, Business, Marketing, and Education to the Board.
Chris Canale is a resident of Chester County, where he has served the community on the East Vincent Township Board of Directors as Chairman. He has also served on the Township's Planning Commission and currently sits on the Environmental Advisory Council.
Chris joined the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees in the spring of 2023. He has exceptional experience in both the private business and municipal government sectors, having served as Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and business founder with three decades of experience driving growth, business sustainability, and operational efficiency for both public and private real estate, construction, and technology companies.
Chris is skilled at combining strategic vision with hands-on business execution, turning around under-performing assets, spearheading eco-friendly building initiatives, managing real estate investment portfolios, and identifying and securing business growth opportunities. His broad-based expertise includes strategic planning, finance, P&L management, M&A negotiations, teams and talent recruitment, human resources, project and operational management. Chris has dedicated the past three decades to building effective relationships and providing support to investors, executive teams, and boards of directors.
Monica Reynolds has been involved with Renaissance Academy as a parent and volunteer since 2015, and a Trustee since 2016. Monica serves as the Secretary to the Board of Trustees and serves, as needed, on the Litigation Committee.
Monica resides in Norristown with her husband, daughter, son and their labradoodle. Her daughter is in RA's class of 2027, and her son is in the class of 2030. Monica and her husband also have 2 older daughters that have begun careers and families outside of the immediate vicinity.
Monica is a partner in a mid-sized law firm in Paoli where she manages the business, real estate and commercial litigation practice that serves as outside 'in-house' counsel to many small and mid-sized local businesses, lenders and members of the real estate industry. Monica has been practicing law since 2000 when she graduated from the Dickinson School of Law. She is admitted to the state bars of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Florida.
Monica also has served on the Norristown Planning Commission since 2016, which provides advice to the Norristown Municipal Counsel and Zoning Hearing Board with respect to the comprehensive land use planning and existing land use in Norristown. Monica is beginning her second year as the Secretary of that Commission.
Monica spends her free time cheering for her children at their gymnastics meets and basketball games, traveling, doing DIY home projects, and spending time with her family.
Seyi Akinfenwa is a resident of Boyertown Area School District where she lives with her husband and two sons, who are both students at Renaissance Academy. A member of the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees since 2021.
Seyi is Project Manager at a pharmaceutical company where she supports clinical research initiatives. She holds a Master of Leadership Development, Master of Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science in Computer Sciences.
Seyi spends her free time cheering for her children at their basketball and soccer games, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Mark Grenier is a resident of Norristown Area School District where he lives with his wife and two daughters, who are both students at Renaissance Academy.
Mark currently works in the Wissahickon School District in the high school's Special Education Department.
A member of the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees since 2019, Mark is active throughout the school year as a RA volunteer by helping with the annual production of the Nutcracker, assisting with the coordination of the Royal Ball, and heading-up the RA Board game Club.
Dennis Matthews brings over 18 years of leadership experience to the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees. He is currently a Senior Vice President at Citibank, where he leads a team of compliance professionals responsible for testing and monitoring the firm’s adherence to various consumer protection regulations. In addition to his work in banking, Dennis is a licensed real estate agent in Pennsylvania and the former owner of a property management firm. His diverse skill set includes strategic problem-solving, data analytics, risk management, audit, policy development, and organizational design skills, all of which have contributed to building high-performing teams and optimizing business processes.
Born and raised in Norristown, Dennis now resides there with his wife and three children, one of whom attends Renaissance Academy. He remains actively involved in the community, serving as Chairman of the Norristown Zoning Hearing Board and as a board member of the Genesis Housing Corporation.
Megan joined the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees in October 2024. Currently a Senior Claims Advocate and Leader in the Financial Institutions Group at Alliant Insurance, she mentors a team dedicated to advocating for clients' risk management. Her expertise spans insurance risk mitigation, policy and workflow development, and claims data analytics, all contributing to effective team performance and high client satisfaction.
Raised in Collegeville and a Perkiomen Valley High School graduate, Megan earned her B.A. in Political Science from Shippensburg University, focusing on state and local government. She lives in East Coventry with her husband, two daughters—both RA students—and two cats. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering at RA, reading to classes, assisting with the RA Nutcracker production, baking, traveling, and planning family adventures.
Nick Page serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Comtec Systems, where he leads strategic initiatives focused on business growth, employee development, and operational excellence. With extensive experience in executive leadership, Nick brings expertise in finance, technology, and contract management, making him a valuable asset to the governance and oversight of the charter school.
Beyond his professional role, Nick has a strong history of community involvement. He previously served as a board member and coach for the Methacton Warriors Youth Football and Cheer program, demonstrating his commitment to youth development and teamwork. As a parent of two children in the Methacton School District, Nick is passionate about supporting educational opportunities that empower students and strengthen communities.
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George Sandford joined the Renaissance Academy Board of Trustees in January 2026, becoming part of the RA community in 2025 when his daughter enrolled at the school. A graduate of Temple University and a Philadelphia-region resident for over 40 years, George brings extensive experience in cybersecurity and technology, where he builds and leads dynamic teams focused on creating opportunities and enabling people to thrive. As a public speaker on mental health awareness and an active ally for underrepresented communities, he works to break down barriers in technology and education. His career spans education, crisis response, technology, and mentorship—all grounded in the belief that psychological safety and trust are essential for growth.
George resides in the Owen J. Roberts School District with his family. As both a professional leader and dedicated father, he champions bringing your whole self to any endeavor and believes deeply in giving staff and educators the space to thrive. His daughter's growth at Renaissance Academy has deepened his commitment to the school's mission and inspired his desire to give back while modeling engagement, authenticity, and leadership for the community he admires.
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Gwendolyn (Gwen) Supplee lives in Collegeville with her husband and her daughter, who has attended RA since kindergarten and is in the Class of 2030. Gwen joined the Board of Trustees in 2021 and before joining the Board, was always finding ways to actively volunteer at the school and seeking opportunities to engage with the greater RA community.
Gwen is an Environmental Scientist based in Philadelphia, and is always looking for opportunities to engage and educate others on environmental issues and solutions. Prior to joining the RA Board, Gwen participated on the Board of Directors for a local environmental organization for 12 years. Gwen received her Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and her Master's degree from St. Joseph's University in Environmental Protection and Safety Management.
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