Saint Sava Academy is pleased to announce that His Eminence Metropolitan Longin, Archbishop of New Gracanica and Chicago and Metropolitan of Midwestern America, has formally approved and blessed the Academy’s new Board of Trustees.
The appointment took effect June 15, 2026, providing a period of transition and onboarding, with the Board’s official term of governance commencing July 1, 2026.
Gratitude to Our Outgoing Board
The Academy extends its deepest gratitude to the outgoing members of the Board for their sacrifices, time, and love for Orthodox education. We are especially grateful to Peter Vezmar, Interim President, whose leadership was instrumental in acquiring the property that now houses our Academy; to Samantha Lazich, PhD, for her many years of faithful and dedicated service; and to Gabrielle Dzwinyk, who served diligently as Board Secretary and, as a proud alumna, represents the enduring legacy of our school. May our Lord Jesus Christ reward each of them abundantly for their stewardship.
The New Board of Trustees
Executive Officers
- President: Douglas Palandech, Attorney at Law
- Secretary: Susan Stanisic Barron, Attorney at Law
- Treasurer: Rev. Deacon Theodore Sokolovich, CPA
Board Members
- Rector (Ex Officio): V. Rev. Darko Spasojevic, PhD
- Member: Ivan Tasic, PhD
- Member: Dr. Howard Grundy, MD
- Member: V. Rev. Stavrophor Dobrivoje Milunovic
- Member: Rev. Nikolaj Kostur
We are deeply grateful for the paternal love, prayers, and Archpastoral blessing of His Eminence Metropolitan Longin as the new Board begins its work. May the Holy Hierarch Saint Sava crown its labors with spiritual and academic success.
