Board of Directors
Providing strong leadership and oversight to ensure every scholar receives a high-quality, transformative education.
WELCOME MESSAGE
FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
At the Higher Institute of Arts and Technology (HIAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education—one built on love, high expectations, and opportunity. As the governing Board of Directors, we are proud to support a network of schools that are transforming lives and communities across the country. From our classrooms to our communities, HIAT stands for equity, excellence, and empowerment. Our scholars are nurtured by caring educators, challenged through rigorous academics, and inspired to lead with purpose and integrity. Families are valued partners in this mission, and together, we are building brighter futures—one scholar at a time.
We invite you to explore our schools, celebrate our scholars, and join us in advancing the vision: to create a world where every child is loved, challenged, and prepared to thrive in college, career, and life.
HIAT Board Meetings
BOARD MEETING NOTICE
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
This meeting is being held to ensure a quorum and will replace the regular
August meeting previously scheduled for August 27th, which is now cancelled.
HIGHER INSTITUTE OF ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
Board of Directors Special Meeting
August 20, 2026 @ 5:30 PM CT
Will Be Held At:
5861 Harrison Street, Merrillville, IN 46410
OR
Join Via Zoom:
https://phalenacademies-org.zoom.us/j/84479982278
Meeting ID: 844 7998 2278
HIAT 2026-2027 Board Meeting Dates
Click Here to Download the 2026-2027 Board Meeting Calendar
Regular Sessions
August 27, 2026
October 22, 2026
December 17, 2026
February 25, 2027
April 22, 2027
May 20, 2027
*All regular meetings are held on Thursdays at 5:00 pm CT, with
the exception of the May 2027 meeting
All meetings will be held on a Thursday at 5:00 pm CT
BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
Sharla Johnson
President
Stephanie Davis
Vice President
Charles Reese
Treasurer
George Tucker
Secretary
April Brown
Director
Bridgett Harris
Director
McKinney-Vento Act
