Board of Trustees
Founder & President
Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Jeffries-EL
Inspired by President Richard Nixon’s Executive Order 11458—Prescribing Arrangements for Developing and Coordinating a National Program For Minority Business Enterprise on March 05, 1969, MR EL founded FES Sports Academy as an accredited four-year, private, co-educational, non-sectarian high school chartered by the Board of Regents of The University of the State of New York on September 23, 1983 pursuing the goal of developing positive self-images for urban youth through the infusion of the principles of sport management, philosophy, principles, and organization of athletics in education into the regular curriculum. FES Sports Academy was nationally acclaimed by the US Secretary of Education for providing a unique sports-centered vehicle for teaching New York State Education Department’s mandated subjects.
Board Secretary
Librarian
Linda Pearson
Founding Member, and Secretary of Minority Enterprise Career Schools' Board of Trustees. Linda boasts a robust educational background as a retired Licensed Teacher and Librarian of the New York City Department of Education after 26 years and extensive certifications, making her a highly qualified professional in the field of media and educational services.​
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Linda holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from Medgar Evers College and furthered her education earning a Master of Library Science Degree in Secondary Education from Queens College. Linda’s educational achievements and professional certifications reflect her dedication to the field and her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional media and educational services.
Executive Director
Principal
Dr. Fabiola Jean-Graham
Dr. Fabiola Jean-Graham is an accomplished educator and leader with over a decade of experience in diverse roles, contributing significantly to educational development, human resources, and community service. Her educational background includes degrees from Fordham University, St John’s Fisher College, Pace University, and SUNY College at Old Westbury.
Dr. Jean-Graham has extensive experience and unwavering commitment to education and community service.
Trustee
Chief Operating Officer
Joanne Rodriguez
Experienced and mission-driven leader with over 30 years in human services and organizational leadership, now transitioning into school administration.
Adept at managing staff, driving regulatory compliance, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and fostering safe, inclusive learning environments. Proven record of improving program outcomes, developing staff potential, and building strong relationships with families, stakeholders, and oversight bodies.
Trustee
School Safety Officer
Dr. Sharon Hedrington
Dr. Sharon Hedrington is a Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement professional with over 20 years of applicable hands-on experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Major Criminal Justice, a Master of Science in Major Criminology, and a Ph.D. in Criminal Law from Upper State New York University in New York City. Dr. Hedrington stands as a shining example that determination, hard work, and perseverance are the keys to overcoming any obstacle.
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Trustee at-Large
Yusef Ali
Trustee Emerita
Delores Miles
