Eric Grunden
Board Chair
Eric Grunden teaches AP Environmental Science and Chemistry at Raleigh Charter High School. He earned his BS in Chemistry and MEd in Secondary Science Education at the University of Florida and has been a classroom teacher for 28 years. In 2011, he was the NC Finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. He is the parent of an Exploris alumna.
Alannah Rodriguez
Board Treasurer
Interim Board Treasurer
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Grace Whittemore
Board Member
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Meredith Nelson
Board Member
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PTO President
Board Member
Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) President
Richard Averitte
Board Member
raveritte@exploris.org
I am a North Carolina native, husband, and father of two children. A lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and avid film buff, I enjoy watching sports or films in my leisure time. I have deep roots in Raleigh and a passion for my city. Serving my community brings me joy!
My professional experience is in operations, marketing, and development for over 30 years. I started my career in the restaurant business, moving from one location to multiple units and eventually becoming a Vice President of operations. My aptitude for marketing led to another phase of my career, culminating in a Vice President of Marketing. I have been a "career volunteer," and that passion manifested into the work I do today. Non-profit leadership is a career rebirth and will be my final career.
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Samantha Graham
Board Member