Meet East Voyager Academy’s Hard-working Board of Trustees.

The regularly scheduled board meetings of the Board of Trustees are scheduled for the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. All meetings are open to the public. Please refer to the EVA calendar or the link below for virtual meeting links.

EVA Board members and the administrative team will review the New Charter Leader’s Tasks List as part of their onboarding process in order to better serve the students.

 

Special Election!

East Voyager has a special election coming up for 2 open seats on our Board of Trustees! If you are or know someone interested in running for one of the two open seats, please fill out the form linked below. 1 open seat is reserved for a community member who is not related to an employee or student of EVA (guardian, spouse, etc.). 1 open seat must be filled by a parent of a current EVA student. The deadline to apply is October 20. The election will be held on October 26 from 7:30-5:00 in the front office of the school. Parents of current students and staff members are eligible to vote.

Please see the application form here –
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn1JrM-Ii7hkoVi-liv3bCqzzXPwtpxu0ffWseiL2qa2osVw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103517646097286514187

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Mr. Shaday Agosto-Vazquez, Chairman

East Voyager Academy - Board of TrusteesSagostovazquez@eastvoyager.org

Shaday Agosto-Vazquez serves as Chairman of the East Voyager Academy Board of Trustees, providing governance leadership and helping guide the board’s work in support of the school’s mission, accountability, and long-term stability. Since his election in 2020, he has served in a role that requires steady judgment, public trust, and a clear focus on students, families, staff, and the broader school community. As Chairman, Shaday helps support effective board operations, responsible oversight, and the continued growth of EVA’s bilingual and intercultural learning environment.

Mr. Victor Hiraldo, Secretary

East Voyager Academy - Board of Trusteesvictorhiraldo@eastvoyager.org

 

Victor Hiraldo is an experienced educator and instructional leader with over 25 years of service in K–12 education. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Puerto Rico and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Throughout his career, Victor has remained deeply committed to advancing equitable, high-quality education for all students, particularly multilingual learners and historically underserved populations.

Victor currently serves as an Educator Success Manager with Global Teaching Partners, where he partners with school districts, instructional coaches, and teachers to strengthen instructional practices and build sustainable, high-impact programs. In this role, he supports educational leaders in improving teacher effectiveness, enhancing student outcomes, and developing systems that promote long-term success.

Prior to his current role, Victor served as the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) and World Languages Coordinator for Durham Public Schools. During his tenure, he led the expansion of language programs across all 57 schools in the district and increased the number of DLI programs from three to eight. His leadership significantly expanded access to bilingual education and strengthened program quality across grade levels.

Victor’s professional experience also includes roles in classroom instruction and district-level leadership, where he built a reputation for fostering strong relationships with educators and administrators, coaching instructional improvement, and designing impactful professional development.

In addition to his work in education, Victor is an ordained pastor and a dedicated community leader. His passion for service, advocacy, and educational excellence continues to guide his contributions to students, families, and school communities.

Victor is honored to serve on the board of East Voyager Academy, where he brings his expertise in curriculum, language development, and program design to support the school’s mission and continued growth.

Mr. Jianguo Lio, Trustee

East Voyager Academy - Board of TrusteesElected 2023.

jianguoliu@eastvoyager.org

John Liu, Ph.D. is an electrical engineer with over 30 years of experience in power systems, specializing in design, studies, and protective relaying. He began his career at Chengdu Power Plant and later earned his Ph.D. from Clarkson University. His professional journey includes roles at Bechtel, General Electric, Areva, AECOM/URS, and currently Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). Dr. Liu holds degrees from Shanghai Jiaotong University and Shanghai University. In addition to his engineering career, he is an active community leader, having served as President and now Board Chair of the Chinese American Association of Charlotte, promoting cultural connection and community engagement.

Ms. Zhenjie (Jenny) Tang, Trustee

jennytang@eastvoyager.org

Zhenjie “Jenny” Tang serves as a Trustee of the East Voyager Academy Board of Trustees, contributing to the board’s responsibility for school oversight, mission alignment, and community accountability. In this role, she helps support thoughtful governance and the continued development of EVA’s bilingual and intercultural educational model. Jenny’s service as a trustee reflects a commitment to students, families, and the long-term success of the school community.

Dr. Yujia Wu, Trustee

yujiawu@eastvoyager.org

 

Dr. Yujia Wu serves as a Trustee of the East Voyager Academy Board of Trustees, supporting the board’s work in guiding the school with accountability, care, and a focus on student success. As a trustee, Dr. Wu contributes to governance decisions that help sustain EVA’s academic mission, bilingual learning environment, and commitment to serving families well. This role supports the broader goal of maintaining a strong, safe, and culturally rich school community.