High School Inc Academies Foundation

Profile Current (Last updated: Jan 26, 2026 )

MANAGEMENT

CEO/Executive Director

Felix Lugo

CEO/Executive Director Experience

A visionary and results-driven educational leader with more than 18 years of experience in both public and private middle and high school education. His career reflects a breadth of expertise across student life, community engagement, internships, enrollment management, marketing, fundraising, and boarding programs demonstrating a holistic understanding of the student experience and institutional growth. Felix has led diverse administrative departments with distinction, consistently fostering organizational effectiveness and student centered innovation. Beyond departmental leadership, he has played a pivotal role in founding and shaping entire educational institutions, guiding them from concept to thriving reality throughout the USA. His work has had a lasting impact on schools nationwide, driving faculty development, strengthening academic and co-curricular programs, and significantly increasing student enrollment. Recognized for his ability to combine strategic vision with operational excellence, Felix has earned a reputation as a trusted leader who builds strong teams and cultivates vibrant educational communities. His leadership style balances innovation with accountability, ensuring that schools not only meet but exceed the evolving expectations of students, families, and stakeholders. Felix holds a master’s degree in Management from Warner University, a bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration from Monroe College, and a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. Dedicated to ongoing professional development, he has also completed advanced training at Rockhurst University, the Love & Logic Institute, The Association of Boarding Schools, and Cross-Country Education.

Staff Information

Number of Full-Time Staff 5
Number of Part-Time Staff 0
Number of Volunteers 226
Number of Contract Staff 2

Staff Demographics

Ethnicity
Other 0
Caucasian 1
Hispanic/Latino 3
Other (Please Specify)
African Americans/Black 1
Asian Americans/Pacific Islander
Native Americans/American Indian
Gender
Male 1
Female 4
Not Specified 0

CONTACT

High School Inc Academies Foundation

18017 Sky Park Circle
Suite N
Irvine, CA 92614

Felix Lugo

felix@highschoolinc.org

Phone: 914.563.3653

www.highschoolinc.org