TALLAHASSEE, Fl (March 4, 2019) – Renaissance Charter School, Inc has appointed Pat Smith, community relations director for the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) to its board of directors. Renaissance Charter School governing board is responsible for 38 charters throughout the state of Florida including Governors Charter Academy in Tallahassee.

“We are very pleased to welcome Ms. Smith to our board,” said Ken Haiko, chairman of Renaissance Charter School, Inc.  “Her long history of working with children and developing strong community partnerships will be a tremendous asset to our board and the schools we serve.”

“As a lifelong advocate for children, I am honored to accept this opportunity to help identify solutions to support the principals, teachers, and students of the Renaissance Charter School, Inc. achieve success. It will also allow me to share with others, how the power of education has impacted my life,” said Pat Smith.

Smith brings more than 15 years of leadership and experience in communications and community relations in both the private and public sectors.

Renaissance Charter School, Inc. was founded by a diverse group of Florida-based individuals concerned with providing an option of quality school choice for families and students in southern Florida.  The board has partnered with Charter Schools USA to grow their vision throughout the entire state.  It is comprised of community leaders from various industries and areas of expertise. This group of leaders volunteer their time to help ensure quality educational choices for all children.