Dr. Stephanie L. Wasmanski is an Associate Professor at Wilkes University in the School of Education, where she teaches courses in educational leadership theory, strategic planning, and educational research methods. With a strong commitment to advancing student choice and agency, Dr. Wasmanski’s research focuses on student motivation and autonomy-supportive learning environments. She has delivered numerous presentations on these topics at conferences around the world and has several publications related to the same. In addition to her role on the Agora Board of Trustees and her academic work, Dr. Wasmanski serves as a board member of the International Society of Teaching and Learning (ISETL), contributing to global conversations on innovative educational practices. Dr. Wasmanski began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in November 2023.

Dr. Wrightson graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point, NY and spent the next twenty-three years in the Army, seven of which were as an administrator at the Military Academy Preparatory School. In addition to earning a Master’s Degree in Psychology while he was in the Army, he earned a Doctorate in Education at Temple University and spent twenty-nine years in higher education. Administrative positions included Assistant Dean at Valley Forge Military College, Dean at Immaculata University and Vice President for Education/Dean at Williamson College of the Trades. Dr. Wrightson’s classroom experience included teaching Spanish, psychology, leadership and general science as well as being an adjunct instructor in Cabrini University’s graduate education program. He is currently retired. Dr. Wrightson began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in December 2017.

Yaniv Gottesman is the CEO of LIV Associates (which stands for Life.Integrity.Values). This is a private outpatient counseling center committed to providing clinical expertise and support as you work to improve and enrich your life. Yaniv has fifteen years of experience in the business community as an entrepreneur, independent computer and network security professional. Mr. Gottesman began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in November 2023.

Corvette Kittrell has worked in the field of economic development and career-connected education. She has interacted with local and national corporations, foundations, universities, and educational institutions, including the School District of Philadelphia. She has administered numerous Boards in various career areas. Ms. Kittrell is a member of the Board of Trustees at MaST Community Charter School. She has professional affiliates with an array of industry institutions. She has an MBA, MEd, and BA. Ms. Kittrell began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in September 2023.

John Church graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and served in the Marines including deployments in Kosovo, Iraq, Liberia, and Afghanistan. He has held several leadership positions within the Marines and was an instructor at the Naval War College, American Military University, and Valley Forge Military College. He also served as President of Valley Forge Military Academy and College. More recently he served as Senior Marine Instructor at Bensalem High School in which he was selected as Teacher of the Year for the 2021-2022 school year. Mr. Church began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in December 2024.

Linda Colantonio graduated from Cabrini College with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, and earned her master’s degree from Gratz College. She also was part of a writing fellowship through the Pennsylvania Writing and Literature Institute hosted by West Chester University. She has been a professional educator for over thirty years, with the majority of this time in the Colonial School District. She was a master teacher and a finalist for Voices of Inspiration Awards for Teaching Excellence. Ms. Colantonio began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in June 2025.

Virginia Zinza is a dedicated township supervisor and proud mother of six, with five years of experience as an Agora parent. She currently has one child enrolled at Agora. Beyond her work in local government, Virginia is deeply involved in her community—coaching 5th and 6th grade cheerleading, teaching Sunday school and Awana in her church’s children’s ministry, and serving on her county’s political board and Domestic Science group. She also leads as chair of the Parks and Recreation Committee. She brings a wealth of experience not only from her professional background in Health Administration and Psychology, but also as a devoted mother of three special needs children on the autism spectrum. This personal perspective fuels her passion for advocating for accessible, flexible, and supportive educational opportunities for all students. Ms. Virginia Zinza began serving on Agora’s Board of Trustees in August 2025.