Charis Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. The Board of Trustees is responsible for setting policy and ensuring that school decisions align with the mission and vision, educational philosophy, and goals of CA. 

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Board of Directors, 2025–2026

President and Chair: Don Elko, Owner of Covenant Abstract 

Vice President: Mike Pickreign, CEO & Co-Founder of tech42

Secretary: Marty Joines, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones

Treasurer: Christopher Hetkowski, Campus Pastor at LCBC Wilkes-Barre 

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Members:

Lissette Dishmey, Executive Director of Greater Hazleton YMCA

Mike Jarrell, Executive Director of Charis Academy

Shane Priebe, Pastor of Living Hope Community Church

David Walton, President of Push The Rock

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Board Emeritus:

Sandy Insalaco, Sr., U.S. Hydrations Chairman of the Board