The Ben Franklin Academy (BFA) Board of Directors (Board) works for the students, parents and patrons of BFA in promoting the vision and mission of the school. As a governing board, BFA’s Board sets policies and has oversight over financial matters of the school while focusing on the long-term strategic direction of the school.

BFA’s Board is comprised of seven individuals, committed to the success of BFA’s students. Brief biographies of BFA’s directors can be found below. If you are interested in learning about the composition, regulations and limitations that govern the Board, please download the Bylaws of Ben Franklin Academy.

The BFA Board holds its regular meetings on the second Tuesday of the month beginning at 5:30 p.m. at BFA. Specific dates are listed on the BFA website calendar. Agendas are posted 24 hours before a Board meeting and minutes are posted after approval at the following Board meeting. All are welcome to attend.

Board Members

Haley Maglieri

President

Bio

Haley serves as President on the BFA Board of Directors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Texas Tech University and a Juris Doctor degree. She is a Colorado licensed attorney. In addition to her role and duties as a Board member, Haley is committed to providing volunteer services both in and out of the classrooms at BFA. Currently, Haley represents the Board as the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) liaison and leads the Board Succession Committee.

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Adam Lucero

Vice President

Bio

Adam Lucero is the Vice President of the BFA Board. He holds a bachelor’s degree in construction management from Colorado State University. Mr. Lucero has spent the last eighteen years working in the construction industry. Currently, he is a Project Executive for Kiewit managing projects in Colorado and Texas.  He has a focus on inspiring the next generation of talent for the construction industry. Prior to joining the Board, he served on the BFA Board Nomination Committee. Adam represents the Board on the Facility Committee and Succession Committee

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Sarah Nisbet

Treasurer

Bio

Sarah Nisbet serves as Treasurer on the BFA Board of Directors. She holds a degree in education from Texas State University and spent five years teaching full day Kindergarten. During that time, she furthered her education becoming GT trained, ESL certified, and served on the literacy collaborative committee. When she left teaching to spend more time with her kids, she stayed involved by leading and running the finance side of a MOPS group and volunteering at BFA. Currently she is a Senior Coffee Specialist at the Nespresso Boutique. In addition to her volunteer work at BFA, Ms. Nisbet leads a single mom’s group at Mission Hills Church. Prior to joining the Board, Ms. Nisbet served on the School Accountability Committee (SAC) for four years. Currently, Ms. Nisbet serves as the Board liaison for the School Accountability Committee and the Uniform Committee. She’s also our representative on the DCSD Alliance.

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Melody Matthews

At-Large Director

Bio

Melody attended California Polytechnic State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology.  She has worked in various roles in both the financial lending and health and fitness industries.  She has four children who have all attended BFA – two of which still do.  She has been involved in many capacities serving schools and youth in recent years, such as the District Accountability Committee, School Accountability Committee, a weekly church youth leader, volunteering in school and in sports, and is a former certified foster parent.

Stephen Bentley

At-Large Director, Board Liaison

Bio

Stephen serves as an at-large director on the BFA Board of Directors. He graduated from West Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Finance. He has worked in the Technology space for multiple industries including Financial Services and Agriculture. Stephen is currently the Head of Engineering for Agribusiness and Animal Health at Telus Agriculture and Consumer Goods. Stephen and his wife Rosie moved to Colorado almost 16 years ago and spend their time volunteering and attending the multiple activities of their 4 children, Luke (8th Grade), Levi (6th Grade), Grace (1st Grade), and Lane (Preschool). They love being involved at BFA and volunteering in the classroom and on field trips. This year Stephen will serve as the Board liaison to the STEM Committee.

Justin Mayhall

At-Large Director

Bio

Justin Mayhall serves as an at-large director on the BFA Board. He is a U.S. Navy veteran who served on active duty for five years and has lived in Colorado since 2010 with his wife, Lindsay. After his enlistment, he studied Biology at the University of Colorado Denver and currently works as the Director of Product Marketing for North American Technology Advisor, Net at Work. In the past, he has served on various non-profit boards nation-wide focusing on veteran education. Justin has two children who attend Ben Franklin Academy and has previously held a position as Co-Chair of Ben’s Brigade.

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Keri Street

Secretary

Bio

Keri Street will serve as the BFA Board Secretary for the 2024-2025 school year. She was born and raised in Littleton and went to college in Grand Junction at what was then Mesa State, but eventually transferred to CU Denver where she received a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Keri worked in a molecular lab for several years and married her high school crush, Jason. Currently, Keri spends her time raising her boys (Brayden, eighth grade, and Cameron, fifth grade) and volunteering. She has loved being able to volunteer at school, whether in the library, science lab, classroom, or on the PTO. This is their family’s 11th year at BFA. This year, Keri will act as Board liaison to the PTO while also learning her new role as Board Secretary. She’s excited to serve on the Board and is looking forward to being even more involved with such a wonderful school and incredible community!

Board Elections

Board elections will take place in the spring. Generally, each January the Succession Committee will provide an election timeline and a date for when Board nominations will be requested from the community. During the election season, please see the Board Elections webpage for additional details.

Expectations

General expectations as well as Board activities, duties, and time commitments are highlighted below:
  • Only one (1) person per family may serve on the Board at any one time.
  • The Board shall not contract with directors or family members of directors.  
  • Neither directors nor family members of directors may be employees or independent contractors of BFA or serve as officers or voting members of the BFA Parent Teacher Organization.
  • The average director logs 20+ volunteer hours for BFA a month.
  • Directors are required to attend all Board meetings, strategy sessions and conferences as determined by the Board.
  • Directors new to the Board are required to complete the online charter school governance modules created by the Colorado Department of Education or Colorado League of Charter Schools.