MEET THE board

2025-2026 Board Members

Philadelphia Charters for Excellence is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors composed of experienced education leaders committed to accountability, transparency, and excellence in public education. The Board provides strategic oversight, ensures responsible governance, and supports PCE’s mission to advance coordinated advocacy and strengthen outcomes for Philadelphia’s public brick-and-mortar public charter school sector.

<p class="">Dr. William Hayes</p>

Dr. William Hayes

Board President

CEO, Boys' Latin Philadelphia

<p class=""><span style="color: var(--bg2)">Dr. Cassandra St. Vil</span></p>

Dr. Cassandra St. Vil

Chief Executive Officer

Philadelphia Charters For Excellence

<p class="">Natalie Wiltshire</p>

Natalie Wiltshire

Board Vice President

CEO, KiPP Philadelphia Schools

<p class="">Dr. Naomi Johnson -Booker</p>

Dr. Naomi Johnson -Booker

Board Treasurer

CEO, Global Leadership Academy

<p class="">Dr. Joel Boyd</p>

Dr. Joel Boyd

Board Member

CEO, Mastery Schools

<p class="">Naimah Wimberly</p>

Naimah Wimberly

Board Member

CEO, Tacony Academy Charter School

<p class="">Dr. Claudia Lyles</p>

Dr. Claudia Lyles

Board Member

CEO, Keystone Academy Charter School

<p class="">Naeha Dean</p>

Naeha Dean

Board Member

Partner, City Fund