Visionary Council

SPARC's Visionary Council consists of leaders expert in the independent school and auxiliary spaces who maintain a broad view of the landscape. They explore how the world is shifting and identify notable trends that may impact our field. With the collective wisdom of the Council, SPARC remains relevant in a dynamic world and proactive in supporting the community.

Council Members

Karen McCann McClelland

Karen McCann McClelland

Director of Auxiliary Programs, Sidwell Friends School

Dan O'Neil

Dan O'Neil

Director of Auxiliary Programs, Episcopal High School

Sherronda Brown

Sherronda Brown

Director of DE 360, Dwight-Englewood School

Kat Yorks

Kat Yorks

Lakeside School

Vinita Ahuja

Vinita Ahuja

Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School

Jonathan Koshiba

Jonathan Koshiba

Academy Dean, Punahou School

Jana Blackwell

Jana Blackwell

Executive Director of Community Engagement, Pine Crest School

Jim Patterson

Jim Patterson

Director of the Kutler Center and Summer Programs, Harvard-Westlake School