Scheduled 2025-2026 Board Meetings
Dates
September 10, October 22, January 21, March 25, June 24,
Loaction
898 W 1100 S, Spanish Fork, UT 84660 Building JH, Room #226
Time
6:00 pm
Board Members
Our appointed and elected Board members are non-compensated
Michael C. Johnson
Board Chair
Dr. Michael C. Johnson and his wife, Kari, have seven children (five daughters and two sons), four who currently attend American Leadership Academy and three who have graduated from ALA. Michael has been an educator for some time. He taught Spanish courses during his early graduate studies and He later taught middle school Spanish for two years in Central Oregon. He also spent over four years in corporate training as an instructional designer and trainer in the financial industry. Michael has completed a Master’s Degree in Instructional Technology (Utah State University, 2003) and a Ph.D. in Instructional Psychology & Technology (BYU, 2009). Michael currently works at Brigham Young University’s Center for Teaching & Learning as a Teaching & Learning Consultant, Instructional Designer, and Adjunct Professor.
Brenda Peterson
Board Member
Brenda Peterson was born in Lakenheath, England and raised in an Air Force family. She graduated from high school in Gilbert, AZ and claims that as her hometown. She and her husband, Joy, have two children who attended ALA since they began school and graduated in 2019 and 2021. Brenda earned her Bachelor’s degree in mathematics from BYU in 1999 and plans to pursue graduate studies in the near future. She also enjoys volunteering as an official at swim meets at the club, high school, NCAA, and Master’s levels. Brenda has served as Elementary 1st Assistant, Elementary Coordinator, Parent Council President, and Treasurer of the Board of Trustees. She loves all of the teachers, parents, and students at ALA and enjoys contributing to the programs and events that make this school unique. She welcomes comments and concerns from all of ALA’s stakeholders.
Cody Reynolds
Board Member
Cody Reynolds was born in West Jordan but at 5 years old moved to Illinois, where he lived until going to college. After graduating from the BYU Construction Management program in 2010, he went to work for a local subcontractor. He stayed with them until 2016 when he ventured out on his own and started his own contracting company. He has 4 children who have all attended ALA since Kindergarten. His passions include coaching his kids soccer teams, mountain biking, camping, being outdoors, and building just about anything from furniture to homes, from small crafts to cars. Cody, who is fluent in Spanish, started a foundation with his wife and family in Ecuador in 2020. The Hope Building Foundation now has 3 after-school programs and 11 regions with representatives in Ecuador. The foundation projects include food distributions, medical supplies, building homes, and donating resources for starting businesses. He loves being involved and is excited to see ALA get to the next level in their Education, their Culture, and in creating future Leaders. He loves to hear from students and parents alike and is happy to help in any way he can.
Monique Hone
Board Member
Monique Hone is a registered nurse and hospice case manager, dedicated to supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most difficult moments. Her work has instilled in her a deep appreciation for compassion, communication, and community. Monique and her family have been proud members of the ALA community for over a decade now. Initially drawn to the school for its outstanding Fine Arts programs, she has loved watching her daughters, Riley and Payton, grow as performers and individuals through their involvement in various ALA groups. Over the years, her family has also deeply valued the school’s many opportunities for both academic and personal development. Monique currently lives in Santaquin with her husband, Teddy, their two daughters, Riley and Payton, and their beloved dogs, Stevie and Benny. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and exploring theme parks with her family. Some of her favorite destinations include New York, Florida, and Disneyland. An avid travel planner, Monique is always working on the perfect itinerary for their next adventure.
Shelbi Soza
Parent Council President/Board Member
Shelbi Soza is a Digital Content Manager professionally and is the current President of the ALA Parent Council. She is a mom of two boys, one of which attends ALA Elementary school. Her, her husband, and her children enjoy hiking and bike riding together. She is passionate about strong leadership and community service, with a drive for fostering collaboration and growth. Shelbi is deeply committed to supporting students, families, and the amazing teachers at ALA. She values being actively involved in strengthening the community.
Krystin Morley
Emeritus
Krystin Morley is the only founding Board Member currently serving on the Board of Trustees. The genesis of American Leadership Academy was formed in her mind in 2004. Krystin has owned and sold 3 different companies in the past 25 years. She currently is the Vice President of MorCor, a construction engineering firm. Krystin was born and raised in Utah County and has been married for 35 years to Mike Morley. Krystin loves to travel and has travelled many places across the world. She is a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother to 9 children and 12 grandchildren. Two of her children have graduated from ALA and 3 children are current students.
Dr. Eric Hogenson
Emeritus
Dr. Eric Hogenson graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelorâs of Science in Biology in 1990 and went on to graduate from the University of Calgary with a Doctor of Medicine in 1993. After a 3 year residency at Riverside General Hospital from 1993-1996, he has been working as a physician at the Spanish Fork Clinic. In his spare time he enjoys working on classic cars and is married with 3 sons who have all attended ALA since the beginning. All of his children have graduated from ALA. His wife was a previous coach at ALA coaching the Basketball and Softball teams.