The UCSC Board shall have no more than seven directors and no less than three. The number of Directors may be increased or decreased from time to time by amendment to the Bylaws. All directors shall be designated by the existing Board of Directors. One seat is reserved for appointment by the Superintendent of the Sacramento City Unified School District.
The terms of directors shall be staggered in one, two, and three years. Board members will serve three-year terms with approximately one-third of the Directors appointed. Each Board member can be reappointed for an unlimited number of successive terms. All terms shall commence on July 1 and shall expire on June 30 of the year of the term.
Responsibilities
The UCSC Board is responsible for the overall success of the YPSA Charter. The UCSC Board’s responsibility is to provide support and review decisions made by Academy Council for alignment with law and UCSC policies.
In carrying out this responsibility, the UCSC Board, among other things:
- Adopts policies and regulations
- Hires appropriate staff
- Monitors progress towards the academic and non-academic goals stated in the charter
- Approves and monitors the business plan of the Academy
- Delegates the responsibility of implementing the academic and social program to the YPSA Academy Council
Board Members
Miles E. Myles, Board President
Mr. Myles has over 20 years of experience in education. A Sacramento resident, he holds a CLAD Certification and an Administrative Credential. His diverse background includes roles as a school-site administrator, parent educator/trainer, classroom teacher, university assistance manager of program services, and a leader in professional development for teachers. He has also contributed to multiple school committees and served as an Academic Efficacy trainer.
Miles is deeply committed to educational equity, believing that every child deserves an exceptional education that aligns with their unique strengths and aspirations in today’s rapidly changing world. His wealth of experience and passion for education empower him to offer valuable leadership as UCSC Board President, addressing current challenges and preparing students for the future.
Xai Lor, Board Vice President
Ms Xai Lor has been involved with Yav Pem Suab Academy (YPSA) since its founding in 2011, when her daughter first attended, and she served as a parent and enrichment teacher. Her dedication to the school’s mission has only deepened over the years, as her daughter is now a high school senior.
Xai is an active parent, local community member, and business owner, with over a decade of experience running successful businesses that are pillars of the Greenhaven community. She is the owner of iYa Taekwondo and serves as President of the Xai Lor Foundation. Her strong community connections and business leadership enable her to bring valuable perspectives to the UCSC Board.
Guy Ollison, Board Treasurer
Mr. Ollison has over 20 years of experience in education, primarily teaching in high-needs, urban schools. He holds a Multiple Subject Credential with CLAD Emphasis, a Supplemental Science Credential, and an Administrative Services Credential, alongside a Master’s Degree in Educational and Organizational Leadership Studies. Although he has taught elementary students, the majority of his career has been dedicated to teaching middle school science at Rosa Parks K-8 School.
Mr. Ollison is passionate about the transformative power of education and has served as a Science Mentor for Breakthrough Sacramento, inspiring students to pursue careers in education. Since the pandemic, he has taken on the role of Science Educator with BSCS Science Learning, where he leads professional learning opportunities to enhance science instruction for elementary and middle school teachers.
Throughout his career, Mr. Ollison has held numerous leadership roles, including serving on the Equity Task Force Committee, being a District Support Provider for new teachers, and joining the SCUSD Middle School Task Force Committee focused on school reform. He has also contributed as an advisor in developing science curricula and was a Senior Fellow for the Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP). In addition to his board work with Improve Your Tomorrow, Inc., Safe Black Space, and Breakthrough Sacramento, Mr. Ollison is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of the Pacific, researching the experiences of mentors supporting new teachers in high-needs, low-income urban schools.
Bao Xiong, Board Secretary
Ms. Xiong has been an active member of the Yav Pem Suab Academy (YPSA) community since 2011, where both of her sons attended. Over the years, she has volunteered her time in various roles, including serving on the PTA and Academy Council, demonstrating her deep commitment to giving back to the community that has supported her personal, academic, and professional growth.
Ms. Xiong has dedicated her career to mission-driven organizations focused on building healthy, thriving communities. Currently, she serves as the Assistant Director of Health Center Operations with the California Primary Care Association, where she leads strategic efforts to improve the health status of underserved communities across California. Her previous roles include working with Dignity Health, where she addressed workforce needs across hospitals and clinics, and UC Davis School of Medicine, where she managed an innovative medical education program aimed at improving access to culturally respectful and equitable health care for underserved populations.
Earlier in her career, Ms. Xiong served as an AmeriCorps member, leading community outreach and education initiatives in Sacramento and the Central Valley. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from UC Davis and continues to be a dedicated advocate for improving the well-being of underserved communities.