John Grice
Aspen Public School's Board Chair, Mr. John Grice, is an international businessman, with experience managing large groups, with extensive knowledge in investment banking and project management.
After moving to the United States from Singapore, he and his wife enrolled their 3 children as Aspen Valley Prep. For the past 10 years, Mr. Grice has continued to support Aspen Public Schools vision of developing exceptional leaders.
Alicia Varela
Ms Alicia Varela is currently the Director of Children's Ministry at the Word Community Church, and is experienced in Non-profit Organizations and Volunteer Management.
Previously, Ms. Varela served as a Program Support Specialist at the Fresno Rescue Mission for 6 years while acquiring a degree in Organizational Leadership from Fresno Pacific University.
Alicia enjoys volunteering, philanthropy and spending time with family. She enjoys mentoring the young people and is passionate about seeing them grow and succeed.
Mark Snee
Mark Snee serves as the lead pastor for City Church in Fresno, bringing with him 18 years of valuable experience in non-profit organizations. Mark's expertise lies in working with students ranging from middle school to college level, with recent involvement in collaborative efforts with the Fresno Mission's City Center. He earned his degree in Biblical Studies from Eternity Bible College in Simi Valley, California.
Mark resides in Fresno with his wife, Caitlin, and their six children, embodying a deep commitment to his family and community through pastoral leadership and extensive engagement with non-profit initiatives. As a part of Aspen Ridge Community Schools, he coaches an intramural sports league once per week with the students.