Our Team Meet the team of experienced educators and staff devoted to setting scholars up for successful futures. Our commitments to our scholars mean nothing without a dedicated and caring team to interact daily with them. We’re committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our staff so they can be at their best to serve our scholars. In doing so, we attract and retain the best talent. Our team prepares our scholars for academic excellence and the world. Meet Liz Valerio A Letter from Our Executive Director I am thrilled to welcome you and your scholars back to Momentum Academy after what I hope was a restful and joyful summer. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the Executive Director of this incredible community. This year, our theme is Momentum on the Rise. As a school community, we are ready to take things to the next level, supporting scholars with high expectations, strong, loving, and joyful relationships, and a deep commitment to growth. With your partnership, we know this will be Momentum’s best year yet. Meet Our Team We are passionate about serving scholars so they can be their best selves. Learn more about our team. Sort By Filter News Christian Adams Physical Education Teacher Angela Ashby Curriculum Coordinator Carshaundra Baker Regional Operations Manager Jenna Banks Art Teacher Michal Basford Middle School Social Studies Teacher Antionette Bedessie Chief Operating Officer Brittani Booker Kinder/1st Grade TA Mark Boyd Marketing and Communications Manager Tawanda Burrnett Custodian Precious Clark 2nd Grade Teacher Kaitlin Cummins Dean of Instruction Amia Doss Teacher Fellow Board of Directors The Momentum Board of Directors is a committed team of community members who meets regularly to oversee the governance of our school and help guide us in the right direction. While holding us accountable, they work with our sponsors to ensure we are setting and meeting our goals that move the district forward. View & Download Board Publications View Upcoming Board Meeting Details Contact the Board 2025-2026 Board of Directors Hanley Chiang, Board Chair Melissa Powers, Vice Chair Patrick Davis, Member Courtney Stevenson, Member Nilesh Patel, Member Theresa Yoffie, Member Lauren Moxey, Member Brandi Chin, Member Britt Kelleher, Member Mark Modrcin, Member Want to join our team? Momentum Academy is always looking for talented individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of children. If you share our passion for educating the next generation, we want you to become a part of our team See Our Open Positions