Board of Directors
Terrance Stone
Board President
Terrance L. Stone is Founder/President/ CEO of Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy and C.E.O. of Stone Consultants, International Gang Expert, Trainer and Speaker has served as a youth counselor and graduated Cal State LA for State Certified Gang Intervention Specialist, serves on Committees with the San Bernardino County Sherrif and San Bernardino City Chief of Police, Executive Board Member and Chair of the San Bernardino Countywide Gangs and Drugs Task Force, Past Board Member of the Southern California African American Chamber of Commerce, and San Bernardino Chapter NAACP, trained with San Bernardino City Police Department on the train the trainer course “Principled Policing” and also chosen by past Mayor of San Bernardino Pat Morris to join his office on the California Cities Gang Prevention Network. He is committed to steering young people away from the life that cost him much of his precious youth. In essence, Terrance is allowing his life mistakes to help others discover their personal worth and true-life purpose. Stone’s change in heart, spirit and action has resulted in his reaching over 35,000 at risk youth he is now CEO of Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy multiple locations in the Inland Empire and growing. Stone’s sincere efforts have result¬ed in his receiving multiple awards.
Navid McCarthy
Secretary/Treasurer
Navid joined Excelsior Charter Schools in 2001 as a Math teacher and during her career at Excelsior held the positions of lead mentor, Curriculum Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Deputy Superintendent. She retired from Excelsior in 2017.
Navid holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering from University of Iowa, a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership. She also holds a California clear teaching credential in math and a supplementary credential in physical science in addition to a clear leadership credential.
Dave Schlesinger
Board Member
Dave is a War On Terrorism medal recipient, a certified project manager and a nationally recognized training, management, transportation, engineering and safety expert. He has almost thirty years of progressive experience at the local and federal public sector levels as well as in private industry. Dave invests in the next generation as a guest lecturer for Cal Poly Pomona and the Mineta Transportation Institute at San Jose State. He co-conducts, with staff from the US Department of Transportation, highly interactive and empirical lectures on human factors and engineering. Dave has a long history of volunteer involvement and leadership, including as a manager, trainer and crisis responder for the Mayor’s Office, City of Los Angeles; holding rail safety presentations for Operation Lifesaver; and helping guide the developing the Strategic Plan for the Alvord School District.
Sara Ontiveros
Board Member
Sara Ontiveros is a dedicated educator specializing in student advocacy, mental health, and school counseling. Equipped with a background in K-12 education, Mrs. Ontiveros has served students and families over the last 17 years. She holds a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, along with an education specialist credential, multiple subject credential, single subject English credential and a pupil personnel services credential. She integrates a comprehensive understanding of curriculum design and student support into her practice. Her teaching expertise in addressing the mental health needs of students and fostering an inclusive learning environment has been instrumental in promoting holistic development and academic success. Mrs. Ontiveros is committed to empowering students and collaborating with educators to create supportive and effective educational experiences.
Julie LePrince
Board Member