Board of Directors
Educators for Quality Alternatives (EQA) was formed in 2008 by teachers and community members in New Orleans who were concerned about the lack of opportunities for students who were unsuccessful in a traditional school environment. After multiple years of research locally and nationally, the group decided to address the problem by designing and opening a charter school, The NET Charter High School, specifically tailored to these students. The organization has now grown to multiple schools and programs all with the mission of supporting young people who struggle in traditional education. EQA is a 501(c)(3) which holds the schools' charter and functions as its school board.
EQA is recruiting New Board Members!
Click here for the Position Description.
Parents, Alumni, and Parents of Alumni are encouraged to join EQA's Board! Click here for more information.
To Learn more or Apply, contact Shakari Fraser [email protected]
Shakari FraserBoard President Senior Project MangerJobs for the Future
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Ms. Fraser is a NOLA native and senior project manager at Jobs for the Future (JFF). She is a former educator and administrator at ReNEW Accelerated High School. Her areas of experience include initiatives that drive change across the postsecondary system—reconnecting opportunity youth to career pathways, technical skills training, industry-based certifications, career coaching, and wraparound supports. She is a graduate of LSU and has an advance degree from SUNO. She is the proud mother of a bold and dynamic daughter.
(504) 444-4714
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Dr. Ivan GillBoard Vice President Ret. Associate Professor
University of New Orleans
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Dr. Gill is Science Education Coordinator in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education at the University of New Orleans. In addition to teaching at the collegiate level in Geology Departments, he has taught in New Orleans public schools and is certified to teach all science subjects. Dr. Gill has coordinated the Shell/UNO Energy Camp, the Minority Geology Field Camp, and the Shell STEM Showdown. His PhD work was supported by an Alumni Federation Fellowship at Louisiana State University. |
Trey RaganBoard Treasurer PartnerKRS, LLC: CPAs-Advisors
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Dr. Freddye HillBoard Secretary Ret. University Professor and Dean
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Dr. Hill has served as a professor, dean, and administrator at multiple prestigous institutions including Dillard University, Wesleyan University, and Haverford College. |
Tim GrayBoard Member Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP
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A phi beta kappa graduate of Millsaps College, Mr. Gray received his law degree from Mississippi College School of Law in 1995. He is now a partner in the law firm of Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP. Tim’s prior non-profit experience includes serving as a member and chair of the boards of Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle Orleans and of Goodwill Industries in Jackson, Mississippi. Tim and his wife Robin have five children. Tim can be reached at [email protected] or (504) 267 9060.
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Janine GuzzoBoard Member Jewelry Artist |
Ms. Guzzo is a jewelry artist who has called New Orleans home for the past 20 years. Post-Katrina, she served on the board of Abeona House to address the lack of affordable childcare options in the city. She believes strongly in the power of experiential, non-traditional learning and is excited to serve on EQA’s board.
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Nelly LopezBoard MemberAtmos Energy
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Nelly Lopez is a parent of a NET alumnus. She is excited to join EQA's board. |