Meet the Board

Brad Wright Board Chair Board Chair/Community Representative b.wright@ecrchs.net Mr. Wright grew up in the Miracle Mile district of Los Angeles, California, and graduated from Daniel Murphy High School. In 1981, he earned a basketball scholarship to the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he graduated in 1985 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. While at UCLA, he took initiative to address a series of assaults on women by founding the campus safety group, Security Alliance for Everyone (S.A.F.E.). In his senior year, he also volunteered as the Ambassador to the youth of LAUSD, working under then-Mayor Tom Bradley to support youth education. After entering the 1985 NBA Draft, Mr. Wright was selected by the Golden State Warriors with the 49th pick. His 15-year professional career in the NBA included stints with the New York Knicks and Denver Nuggets, followed by a decade of play in France, Italy, and Spain. Upon retiring from playing, he briefly served as an assistant coach at Orange Coast College before being recommended by Coach John Wooden (UCLA) to revive the L.A. Pierce College basketball program, which had been dormant for 15 years. As head coach, Mr. Wright’s leadership helped 85% of his student-athletes graduate, thanks to his strict academic standards. Next, Mr. Wright returned to the Golden State Warriors’ American Basketball Association (ABA) affiliate, the Ontario Warriors, as Head Coach and President of Basketball Operations. There, he oversaw the team’s business operations, including budgeting and community relations. Afterward, he accepted a role as Vice President of the Anaheim Arsenal, the Los Angeles Clippers' minor league affiliate, where he focused on community relations and fundraising. Mr. Wright later became the Commissioner of the Venice Basketball League at Venice Beach, where he worked with deputy commissioners to ensure the sports area was welcoming and safe. Throughout his career, Mr. Wright has been deeply committed to serving his community. He spent 12 years on the advisory board of "The Devil Pups," a U.S. Marine Corps program for adolescents, contributing both as a former participant in 1976 and later as a volunteer at summer boot camps at Camp Pendleton. In 2003, Los Angeles Police Chief Bill Bratton invited Mr. Wright to join the LAPD’s Jeopardy Program, where he worked as a civilian special reserve to help at-risk youth. Mr. Wright’s passion for community service also led to a partnership as a minority owner of a traveling circus, where he incorporated fundraising for foster children across Southern California. In 2013, he collaborated with El Camino Real Charter High School to raise money and organize a toy drive for children in need. This partnership grew into a lasting relationship, where Mr. Wright and his wife sponsored over 10 exchange students in their home. Now, with over 35 years of experience in his local community, Mr. Wright continues to serve as a Board Member at El Camino Real Charter High School, where he represents the community with an open-door policy. He is committed to ensuring that all concerns and suggestions are prioritized and discussed in board meetings. He is married to Meshun and they have three children enrolled in the LAUSD system.

Alexandra Ramirez Board Member Board Vice Chair/Community Representative Ms. Ramirez is a native New Yorker living in the West San Fernando Valley for over 20 years. Ms. Ramirez earned her BA in Economics from Barnard College at Columbia University and an MBA in Finance from Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University. Ms. Ramirez currently heads the Fund Operations and Treasury for SDS Capital Group, an asset management firm dedicated to managing impact funds that help transform underserved communities while alleviating poverty and promoting economic prosperity. Ms. Ramirez has always been involved in the community through PTO memberships at her kids' elementary school and other volunteer services. Ms. Ramirez comes with a great deal of financial and operations experience and is very excited to be a community representative for the El Camino Real Charter High School Board.

Gregg Solkovits Board Member Certificated Representative

Ronald Laws Board Member Certificated Representative Mr. Laws is a husband and father of 2 beautiful children. He was born in Los Angeles, UCLA Hospital on June 17, 1972. Growing up in Malibu during most of his formative years he graduated from Santa Monica High School in 1990. His family moved to the Valley in the early 90"s. A long-time resident of Calabasas/Woodland Hills, Mr. Laws is a proud community leader and advocate. He decided to join the ECRCHS board because he cares about the community and the next generation. He's driven by the challenge and exciting environment this will present and looks forward to utilizing his proven knowledge and people skills. Licensed as a Profession Real Estate Agent and Certified Residential Appraiser in the State of California lend themselves to that goal. He has had the opportunity to work with some of the largest Corporations and Retail banks in the nation (Bank of America, Corelogic, Countrywide, Washington Mutual). This experience has provided him with an understanding of the corporate world, mortgage/lending and economics. Being in Real Estate for over 25 years he understands how to navigate the entire scope of a real estate transaction. Mr. Laws understands the challenges that may be presented during any transaction and how to provide a solution. Always looking for ways to challenge himself, in more recent years, he has specialized in the high-end and luxury market. "I believe the professional approach to real estate is the best way to present yourself to a client. Treating others, the way you want to be treated is a tried-and-true method I live by."

Sebastian Winter Board Member Classified Representative Sebastian Winter brings a unique international perspective and a wealth of experience in the arts to the El Camino Real Charter High School Board. Originally from Germany, Sebastian first experienced the vibrant community of Woodland Hills as an international exchange student at Taft High School. His early connection to the area, combined with his profound dedication to the arts, makes him a valuable asset to the school. Sebastian holds a Bachelor of Music in Composition from the prestigious Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) in the UK, where he graduated with First-class honors. RNCM is consistently ranked among the top conservatoires in the world, known for its exceptional training in classical music. Following his undergraduate studies, Sebastian pursued his Master of Music in Composition at the world-renowned Juilliard School in New York City, an institution synonymous with artistic excellence. Juilliard consistently ranks as one of the top performing arts schools globally and has produced some of the most celebrated artists in the world. At Juilliard, Sebastian had the privilege of studying under the legendary composer John Corigliano, an Oscar- and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer known for his groundbreaking work in both concert music and film scoring. This mentorship helped shape Sebastian’s compositional voice, blending traditional orchestral techniques with modern innovation. Sebastian’s professional experience in Hollywood further solidifies his credentials. He has contributed to the music departments of major motion pictures, including Alien: Romulus (2024), Twisters (2024), and The Flash (2023), bringing a deep understanding of the industry’s demands to the board. Additionally, his compositions have been performed at world-renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall—an emblem of musical excellence—and by the BBC Singers, one of the UK’s most celebrated choral ensembles. This blend of industry and artistic experience ensures that Sebastian’s unique perspective and expertise will greatly benefit El Camino’s performing arts program. In addition to his work in Hollywood, Sebastian collaborated with the architects of the new World Trade Center site on an orchestral symphony that reflects the reconstruction of this iconic landmark. He worked with prominent figures such as Judith Dupré, the New York Times bestselling author of One World Trade Center: Biography of the Building; David Childs, the lead architect of One World Trade Center; Daniel Libeskind, the master planner of the site; and Michael Arad, the architect of the 9/11 Memorial Pools. This collaboration with such distinguished architects and artists underscores Sebastian’s deep expertise, his ability to work at the intersection of music and monumental architecture, and his dedication to contributing to our cultural landscape. Sebastian’s journey from a German exchange student to working on Hollywood movies underscores his commitment to cultural exchange and the transformative power of the arts. His diverse background and professional achievements make him particularly well-suited to support El Camino’s performing arts division. He is passionate about inspiring the next generation of artists and is eager to leverage his industry connections to provide students with unparalleled opportunities in the performing arts. As a board member, Sebastian is committed to enriching the educational experience at El Camino Real Charter High School, fostering a vibrant and dynamic environment where the arts can thrive.

Steven Kofahl Board Member LAUSD Representative Mr. Kofahl has lived in the Woodland Hills/West Hills area since 1976, and even taught Math at ECR in 2 (nonconsecutive) semesters. Mr. Kofahl spent the majority of his educational career at Birmingham High School, where he taught for 30 years, including 10 years as Math Department Chair and 15 years as UTLA Chapter Chair. Mr. Kofahl is familiar with and has experience in School Based Management, Learn, Write, No Child Left Behind, Race to the Top, New Math, Integrated Math, Back to Basics, and Common Core. Mr. Kofahl was also involved in Birmingham becoming a charter school, sitting on every committee and participating in the interview of almost all candidates. Mr. Kofahl also took an active role when LAUSD tried to revoke Birmingham's charter. He considers the biggest challenge at the time was getting UTLA to treat Charter School teachers as equals and not as adversaries. In addition to his time as an educator, Mr. Kofahl has been active in community service, having been the founding President of the Emerald Bay Association, a non-profit organization that has raised funds in support of Camp Emerald Bay of Catalina Island for over 40 years. He has also hired, over the course of 20 years, more than 200 of his students to work in his family's passenger boat business. Now retired, Mr. Kofahl continues to instruct in navigation and seamanship as a volunteer mate with Sea Scout Ship 16 in Marina del Rey.