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Board of Directors

Board of Directors

The Bay View Academy charter school is governed by the Board of Directors of the Bay View Academy corporation, a non-profit, public benefit corporation.

 

Become a Board Member

Bay View Academy is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization for both federal and state tax purposes. If you’re interested in joining our Board of Directors, please complete an online application. Paper applications can be printed and submitted to the BVA front office.

Email / Term completes 2/16/2026

Jonathan Christophersen was born and raised in the Southeast of the U.S. and moved to the Monterey Bay area at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 after finishing up his PhD program at Florida State University. He is an atmospheric scientist at the Naval Research Laboratory who studies the connection between ocean and atmosphere and from time to time participates in lengthy ocean-going research cruises to remote places. Jon is an avid surfer, a husband to a fellow meteorologist, and a father to two children who are both Bay View students.

Email / Term completes 7/28/2027

Kaytie Tong is a seasoned professional with a remarkable track record of community service and dedication. With a combined many years on a non-profit board, three years on a youth baseball board, and seven years on a youth football board, she has been a driving force behind community initiatives, fostering growth and development in various spheres. In addition to her extensive board experience, Tong has three years, and continues to dedicate, to Monterey High School Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA), actively contributing to the educational and social well-being of the community. As a proud parent to three boys, she understands the importance of family and community values, instilling these principles both at home and in her community engagements. Professionally, Tong brings over 15 years of expertise in the healthcare field, where she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to improving the health and well-being of individuals. With a proven track record of leadership and service, Tong continues to make a positive impact both within her professional role and through her active community involvement.

Email / Term completes 7/18/27

Marissa Brosseau was born and raised on the Monterey Peninsula.  She attended the University of California Santa Cruz and obtained a Bachelors degree in Business Management Economics, with a concentration in Accounting, and a minor in Information Systems and Technology Management.  She has over a decade of experience working in the Accounting field and is currently the Finance and Accounting Manager at the Northern California Golf Association.  Marissa is a wife and mother of two boys, one of which is currently a Bay View student.  When Marissa is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Email / Term completes 5/15/28

Heloisa Junqueira is a local parent, pediatrician, and lifelong advocate for children. Before becoming a physician, Heloisa taught English as a Second Language during college, sparking a lasting passion for education and cultural diversity. She has also served on several medical advisory and quality committees, bringing strong collaboration, care, and problem-solving experience to our school community. She has always been a dedicated volunteer at her children’s schools, spending wo years on a School Site Council, including one year as Co-Chair, working closely with families and educators to support student wellbeing and success.

Email / Term completes 6/12/2028

Allison (she, her, hers) specializes in substance use prevention and education and is passionate about helping others. She believes that it is always the right time to do the right thing, and every person should be treated with dignity and respect. Allison enjoys gardening, swimming, animals, and being around her family and loved ones.

Board Committees

Governance Committee

In coordination with the Director, assess existing governing structures to ensure that they reflect and operate on the Charter School’s core principles, mission and vision; to propose potential new governing structures that ensure the flexibility and innovation of the curriculum design for all BVA programs; to review present and future practices and policies; to ensure that the entire school works together and that the Board carries out its policy and oversight duties, while school managers implement it. Review practices and standards for all committees (e.g., hold open meetings, with agendas and promptly posted minutes). Develop Board tools and training, support administration, ensure proper processes for meetings, minutes and agendas. Recommend optimal operating structures, create and maintain policies. Oversees that the hiring process is in accordance with the charter.

Development Committee

Define short, medium, and long term needs and strategies for obtaining appropriate funding. Develop tailored promo packets. Implement and execute programs to obtain the various levels of financial support. Evaluate and identify outsourcing opportunities, types of grants to pursue and coordinate fundraising programs.. 

Finance Committee

Reviews, analyzes and proposes budget spending and budget policies to the Board. Submits budget to authorizers as required. Supports audits and other projects as needed.