Board Of Directors

About Our Board

Inspire Academy is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors committed to advancing educational excellence in Muncie. Our civic-minded leaders bring valuable experience and a shared vision for empowering students through innovative, equitable learning opportunities. In accordance with public access laws, our board meetings are open to the community.

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board members can be contacted via our school email system using first initial and last name at inspiremuncie.org. We value partnerships between the board, staff, families, and community in inspiring every student to reach their full potential.

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Or dial: (US) +1 724-370-3884 PIN: 154 824 030#
2801 E 16th St., Rm 20

Recent Meeting Minutes

Meet Our Board

Dr. Justin K. Whitt Board Chair
Academic Committee Member

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Profession: Physician

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Graduate Medical Education, Physician, Various Leadership Positions

Dr. Joel Olufowote Board Vice Chair
Enrollment Committee Chair
Development & Advocacy Comittee Member

Profession/Experience

Profession: Director of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, Indiana Academy

Relevant Experience: Academic and Administrative Leader in Secondary and Post-secondary settings

Mr. Jake Brandau Board Treasurer
Finance & Facilities Committee Chair

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Profession: President, Options Charter Schools

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Charter School Leadership, Charter School Financial Operations

Mr. Nate Howard Board Secretary
Development & Advocacy Committee Chair

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Profession: Executive Director, Muncie Land Bank

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Community Leadership, Organizational Development

Ms. Leslie Draper Board Member
Academic Committee Chair
Founder

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Profession: Educatior, Entreprenuer

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Charter School Leadership, Grant Writing, Project Management, Strategic Planning

Ms. Lesley Spencer Board Member
Academic Commitee Member

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Profession: Full-Time Mom

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Marketing, Public Relations, Parent Perspective

Ms. Yvonne Thompson Board Member
Enrollment Committee Member

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Profession: Retired Human Rights Commissioner

Relevant Experience/Expertise: Community Leadership, Human Rights Expertise

Board Of Directors

About Our Board

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Recent Meeting Minutes

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January 8, 2026

December 4, 2025

November 6, 2025

October 2, 2025

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