Governing Board

Elizabeth Lau is a college math instructor as well as a licensed secondary teacher specializing in online, blended and individualized learning. She holds a master’s degree in mathematics education.

Jared Morgan is a community advocate who values strong partnerships between families, schools and the businesses who serve those communities. Jared is an experienced real estate developer who brings a strategic planning role to the Summit Academy Board. Jared and his wife Erin live in Riverton, UT with 3 children.  They love being outdoors, traveling and breeding their mini highland cows.

Wilson is a licensed CPA and runs finance and fund operations for a local venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies. He holds a bachelor's and master's in accounting from Brigham Young University.

Tracy is passionate about helping students thrive at Summit Academy.  She believes in the value of learning and providing quality education.  

Philip is a licensed professional electrical engineer and business owner. He and his family live in Herriman, and four of his five children attend Summit Academy and participate in the Spanish dual-immersion program. He looks forward to bringing his professional experience, practical problem-solving skills and perspective to Summit Academy Board of Trustees.

Daynia is a People Operations leader who enjoys building exceptional workplace culture. She is passionate about education and helping the Summit community her two boys are a part of.

Kathleen (Kathy) Meléndez, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the proud mother of two Summit Academy students. She is passionate about supporting academic excellence, student well-being, and a strong school community.