Governance

The Girls’ School of Austin is governed by a Board of Trustees that has long-term vision, strong fiscal acumen and is well-grounded in “best” practices for outstanding private schools. The board actively supports and maintains the School’s mission, values and vision and accepts ultimate responsibility for the School’s legal well-being and financial and administrative strength and advancement.

Three standing committees oversee the affairs of the School:

 

  •  The Committee on Trustees plays a vital role by ensuring that there are enough qualified board members on the team, nurturing relationships with potential board members, and providing orientation and training to board members.
  • Chair: Bri Tristan

 

 

  •  The Finance Committee drives financial excellence through budgeting, development of financial controls, record-keeping, bookkeeping, and finance.
  • Chair: Leanna Layton

 

 

  • The primary role of the development committee is to advise the Board and staff of the school on all matters pertaining to fund development and to oversee and coordinate the ongoing fund development efforts of the school.
  • Chair: Robyn Burchfiel

 

 

The following individuals currently serve as trustees:

Rachel Nguyen

Chair

Kevin Nolan

Trustee

Harini Ramunajam

Trustee

Alexis Sanford

Trustee

Leana Layton

Treasurer

Melissa A. Martinez

Trustee

Dr. Bri Tristan

Trustee

Judy O'Brien Chavis

Trustee

Head of School

Robyn Burchfiel

Development Chair

Sarah Orman

Trustee

Tricia Yost

Trustee