Alabama

Frances Finney
Principal, Grantswood Community School

Frances R. Finney has been in education for 27 years as a kindergarten and first grade teacher, assistant principal and currently Principal of Grantswood Community School, a Pre-K-Fifth grade school with approximately 500 students.  She has received over $200,00 in grants given to her schools for technology, materials & supplies for her students, community help, playgrounds, fruit & vegetable grants, as well as, for safety and security measures.  Her favorite quote is “When a Collection of Brilliant Minds, Hearts and Talents Come TOGETHER expect a Masterpiece”…one of her proudest accomplishments is creating a community within the four walls of her school where there was no community outside.  It was in 2014, that she received the great honor to represent the state of Alabama as the National Distinguished Principal.  During this time, parents, teachers, staff and students worked diligently to create a home environment for all.  Working with her current community leaders has been a lifeline to assisting students and her school accomplish focused needs for Grantswood and the school system.  Being a part of WEF-USA is vital to ensure all students have the opportunity to learn and strive for a better life.
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Alaska

John Pile
Retired Executive Director, Alaska Association of Elementary School Principals

Vista-Fort Peck Indian Reservation, Montana 1967.
Concord College, Athens, West Virginia, BS-Social Studies 1970.
Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia, Masters-Reading Education 1972.
University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1980 + post graduate work-Alaska Certificate.
Taught/Principal 1971-1980 in West Virginia (Monroe and Clay County).
Taught/Principal 1980 2005 in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Fairbanks, Alaska.
Driver/Guide, Princess Tours, Summer 2006-2007.
Ran for State of Alaska House of Delegates 2006 (Lost).
Executive Director of Alaska Association of Elementary School Principals 2007-2018.

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Arizona

Joan Henry
Principal, Gilbert School District

Joan Henry is currently an Elementary Principal of a public, K-6 ‘A’ rated project based learning S.T.E.A.M. school and an adjunct instructor for Northern Arizona University. Prior to elementary school, she was an Assistant Principal, Dean and a CTE FACS teacher in the high school arena. She loves rebranding schools and programs and thrives on the challenges of implementing sustainable programs that produce engaging learning environments in and out of the classroom where all students feel safe to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Prior to her career in education, she enjoyed a career in the private sector: Management/ Marketing/Hospitality/Human Resources. She received her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and her M.Ed. in Career and Technical Education from Northern Arizona University. Her Teacher Post Bac came from Rio Salado Community College and her Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Texas Christian University. She presented at 23rd Annual Teaching Colleges and Community 2018 Worldwide Online Conference; Tech Prep October 2008 National Leadership Conference-Academic Integration Lessons; and ACTE 2007, 2008 Summer Conference-Academic Integration Lessons.
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Arizona

Nema Udom
Math Instructional Coach, Globe, AZ

Nema Udom is currently a Chemistry Teacher and a Math Instructional Coach in the Globe Unified School District #1 AZ. In prior years, she’s been an on-line Credit Recovery Teacher, a school district Science Teacher, and Department Chair. She also sponsors various clubs at the high school, teaching in summer camps, and supports various local non-profits. Nema completed an internship in Educational Administration in Florence (AZ) USD#1 through Grand Canyon University. She completed a MS’s in both Educational Administration and in Agricultural Engineering & Fisheries Technology. Nema received a national coaching award for Math, Engineering and Science Achievement as well as Professional Award from her Correctional Officer Training Academy. In addition, she’s certified as a Correctional Officer I & II in Arizona and is also an Ordained Minister.
Nema has varied experiences in AZ, West Germany, and West Africa. She has served as a Corrections Officer II in AZ State Prison Safford Complex and a Fisheries Officer for Gambia Government. She’s an active Pastor in SanTan Valley and volunteers in her community in areas related to food drives, cancer society, and other community programs. Nema’s varied interests and experiences continue to drive her to reach out to make a difference for the youth in the US and other countries in any way she can. Nema is very interested in the issue WEF-USA is addressing.
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Arkansas

Richard Abernathy
Executive Director, Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators

Dr. Richard Abernathy is currently the Executive Director of the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA), a position he has held since July 2010. Prior to that he served as the Superintendent of the Bryant School District in Bryant, Arkansas for seven years. At that time Bryant had a student population of over 7,600 students and continues to be one of the fastest growing districts in Arkansas.
Dr. Abernathy began his career in education as a math teacher and coach at Alma. He then moved into administration serving as principal at Lavaca and Clarksville and assistant superintendent and athletic director at Ozark before becoming superintendent at Paris.
Dr. Abernathy serves on several state committees including the Board of Trustees for the Arkansas Teacher Retirements System.
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California

Joanna Kalbus
Retired Assistant Superintendent of Schools

County Assistant Superintendent of Schools, CA, Retired.
Lecturer in Education at the University of CA, Riverside.
Adjunct Professor at the California State University, San Bernardino.
Adjunct Professor at the University of Redlands.
President of the ASCD, 1999-2000.

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Colorado

Bruce Caughey
Retired Superintendent, Educational Consultant

Caughey retired as the executive director of CASE in July, 2016 after more than a decade of service. He remains involved in consulting and public speaking, including a recently released (11/2017) series of Issue Briefs ‘about and against’ education vouchers for CASE that is being distributed to school leaders across Colorado. CASE represents more than 2500 public education leaders across Colorado, including school superintendents, principals and other administrators. As the elected president of CASE in 2004-2005, Caughey focused on the needs of the seven CASE departments and served as the chair of the CASE Legislative Committee. During his tenure, he served on many state level councils, including Governor Hickenlooper’s Education Leadership Council, and remains on the board of the Public Education and Business Coalition (PEBC). Prior to joining CASE, Bruce spent 16 years in Douglas County School District, serving as director of communications and legislative liaison as the district grew from 13,000 to 50,000 students. Caughey is the author of bestselling guidebooks, including: Crete: Off the Beaten Track, The Colorado Guide (five editions) and Colorado’s Best (two editions) and many periodicals about education and current events.
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Colorado

Diana Sirko
Superintendent, Mesa County Valley School District 51, Colorado

Diana has served as the Deputy Commissioner of Colorado Department of Education, several superintendent positions including Roaring Fork School District and Aspen School District, elementary principal in Douglas County Schools and district level administrative positions. She is equally highly recognized for her skillful trainings in multiple instructional strategies to ensure higher student performance. Diana is highly regarded in Colorado for her continued dedication for the children and youth to become successful adults. Her many honors include: President, Colorado Association of School Executives, 2014-15; Colorado CASE Colbert Cushing Award for Outstanding Contributions in Education, 2005; Honorable Mention, Colorado Teacher of the Year, 1987; Three-time nominee, Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Education, 1984-87; Nominee, Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, 1986; Nominee, Colorado Principal of Year, 1994; Nominee, Colorado Superintendent of Year, 2006.
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Florida

Fred Kirsch
Retired Principal and Director of Curriculum and Instruction, New York State

Doctor of Education: Education Leadership, Syracuse University, NY; 1995-2007 – Principal, Moses DeWitt Elementary School. School Administrators’ Association of New York State, Latham, NY: 2012-Present – Negotiator, Labor Relations Specialist; 2012-Present – Academic Encourager, Athletic Department (Football), Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District, DeWitt, NY; 2010-2011 – President and Board of Directors; 1983-Present, Member Government Relations Committee. Syracuse Univ/JD Teaching Center Governance Board Member.
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Hawaii-Kaua’i

Sharlene McCormick
Retired Elementary Teacher

Sharlene McCormick has taught elementary school students for 24 years. She attained both her Bachelors of Education and Masters of Special Education degrees from the University of Hawaii, in 1984 and 1987, respectively. She achieved National Board of Professional Standards certification in 2000. Sharlene has taught in the Hawaii’s Public schools, Calvert County schools, Maryland, and Mesa Public Schools, Arizona. She has focused her career teaching in Title I schools and has served as a mentor and host for student teachers. Sharlene has retired to her home state of Hawaii and resides on the island of Kaua’i, with her husband. Although retired, she has a vision that includes identifying unenrolled children and helping them to overcome obstacles that are preventing them from attending school.
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Idaho

Jeanne Johnson
Elementary Principal, I.F. School District #91

N. Jeanne Johnson Prfessional Biography. EDUCATION: B. S. Elementary Education, Brigham Young University, 1975; M. Ed. Educational Administration, Idaho State University, 2002. CERTIFICATES: National Board of Professional Teaching Standards, 1999; North Carolina State K-8 Teacher, 1991; Idaho State K-8 Teacher, 1996. EMPLOYMENT: 2003-Present, Elementary Principal, I. F. School District #91; 1996-2003, Teacher & Curriculum Writer, I. F. School District #91; 1991-1996, Teacher, Wake County North Carolina Public Schools. ORGANIZATIONS AND AWARDS: PHI KAPPA PHI; DELTA KAPPA GAMMA; Wake County Public Schools Teacher of the Year 1995; IFEA Lou Gourley Excellence in Administration Award 2006; Idaho State University Outstanding Educator of the Year 2010; IAESP Region 6 Representative, Vice President 2012-2013, President 2013-2014, Past President 2014-2015, Federal Relations Coordinator 2017-Present
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Indiana

Nancy Phenis-Bourke
Retired Principal, IN

A veteran principal, Nancy Phenis-Bourke uses her experience and expertise as a consultant/facilitator/coach with NAESP. Principal mentor program accreditation, program sustainability, professional development, life-long learning and organizational leadership are embedded in Nancy’s passion for working with principals, students, and staff nationally. She continues to be a global traveler, culinary arts trainee, certified Level II Ikebono designer, avid golfer, and yoga guru. All which sustain Nancy’s everyday life of learning and living while maintaining families in Colorado, Illinois, and Oregon. Nancy and her husband serve on several local community non-profit boards in Indiana and Florida. Dr. Bourke recently helped developed a 2018 Summer Leadership Academy and Expo for 25 non-profit agencies. Nancy serves as a board member with The Center for Educational Improvement and is President/CEO of the International Mentoring Association.
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Kansas

Deb Ayers-Geist
Director, Special Services-Turner School District, Kansas City, KS

Deb Ayers-Geist is currently the Director of Special Services for the Turner School District in Kansas City, Kansas.  She has served in this role for the past nine years.  Prior to this position she was an elementary principal for 19 years and taught both elementary and middle school for 11 years.  Deb has always been active in KAESP, Kansas Association of Elementary School Principals, serving as both the President and State Representative.  She also served as the Zone 8 Director for the National Association of Elementary School Principals.
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Kentucky

Rosie Young
Executive Director, Kentucky Assn. of Elementary School Principals

Rosie Young, Ed.D., serves as the Chair of Advanced Graduate Education Programs at Bellarmine University, Louisville, KY. She worked in the Jefferson County Public Schools for 38 years, 28 years as an elementary principal before coming to Bellarmine in 2013 as the Field Placement Coordinator. She also served as the chair of the Ed.S. Program before assuming the chair of Graduate Programs. Certifications include elementary education, school guidance counselor, principalship, ECE supervisor, and superintendency. Rosie served on the Kentucky Read to Achieve Advisory Council (2017 -2020). She serves as a lead and site team member for CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation). In 2011, she was named Kentucky’s National Distinguished Principal (2012). She was named the Bellarmine Gallery of Distinguished Graduates recipient (2006) and received the Caritas Medal from Spalding University (2011). She serve on a national committee that developed the NELP (National Educational Leadership Preparation). She co-chaired the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) committee that developed the Accomplished Principal Standards. Rosie also served on the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) Board of Directors (2000-2006), serving as President 2004-2005. Currently, Rosie also serves as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Association of Elementary School Principals. She volunteers her time in support of this association’s mission to lead and serve all elementary and middle level principals in Kentucky. She earned her B.A. from Bellarmine University, her M.Ed from the University of Louisville, and her Ed.D. from Spalding University.
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Massachusetts

Jill Flanders
Educational Consultant

Jillayne Torrey Flanders is a 27 year Elementary School Principal, who was honored to be selected the Thomas C. Passios Massachusetts Principal of the Year and National Distinguished Principal in 2010. She served as President, Executive Director and Associate Director of the Massachusetts Elementary School Principals’ Association, and on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Elementary School Principals from 2011-2014. Since her retirement, she is consulting with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Early Learning Team and its network for early education principals. She serves on the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for Massachusetts, the Advisory Board for Boston College’s InterconnectED Initiative, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Zaentz Early Education Initiative. She is also the very proud grandmother of Becca-Anne, Noah and Alina.
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Michigan

Lynn Babcock
Educational Consultant

Lynn Babcock, EdD, is a retired elementary school teacher and principal. The majority of her experience has been in Michigan with additional years teaching in the Philippines and Germany on U.S. military bases. Also, she taught educational leadership courses as an adjunct professor at Central and Eastern Michigan Universities and for one year served as an adviser to two primary school principals in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of the country’s educational reform. Lynn was the president of the Michigan Elementary Middle School Principals Association (MEMSPA), National Association Elementary School Principals (NAESP) Board of Directors member representing Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin from 1995-1998 and president of NAESP in 1999-2000. Lynn is involved in local organizations and enjoys traveling, bicycling and downhill skiing.
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Minnesota

Elmer Koch
Retired Executive Director, Minnesota Elementary School Principals Association

I received my BS and MA degrees from the University of Minnesota with additional work through the National Science Foundation in mathematics at Rutger’s and Columbia Universities. I was an elementary school teacher and principal, also math consultant and curriculum director during a 30 year career in the Minneapolis Public Schools. Upon retirement from there I was the administrator of a private school for 3 years. In 1991 I assumed the position of Executive Director for the Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association (MESPA), and was active at the national association level of state directors as well. After 11 years in this very rewarding experience with MESPA, I retired again to assume a part-time adjunct college teaching position (teacher prep course, elementary school math methods) for 3 more years. Since finally retired from a formal job in 2006, I have served on several boards related to education: I am Vice President for the South High School Foundation (my alma mater) and run our scholarship program–managing about $70,000 in grants to students each year; served on the board of ACHIEVE Mpls (the District’s foundation); helped establish and continue to advise a group of retired principals–functioning as a quasi-division of MESPA; served on the board of the Minneapolis Retired Teachers having an advisory role for the group; and now pleased to serve as Minnesota Ambassador for WEF-US.
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Montana

Kareen Bangert
Retired Elementary Principal, Helena MT

Kareen Skillestad Bangert retired as an Elementary Principal in 2017 after 40 years serving students, educators and families in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. She was honored as Wyoming’s National Distinguished Principal in 1998. Kareen has always been active in NAESP by serving as Wyoming’s President, State Representative and Editor, a member of PLAC (Professional Learning Advisory Council) and completed the National Principal Mentor Certification Program, to mentor practicing principals. She has served as a team member for CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) and has served as an adjunct faculty member at several universities. Kareen earned her BA from Carroll College(Helena, MT), MA from Montana State-Billings and EdD from Montana State University, Bozeman, MT. Kareen has retired to Helena, MT, with her husband Art where they enjoy hiking, bicycling and traveling. Although retired, she is passionate about helping our youth find their purpose in life and it begins with being educated.
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New Hampshire

Ken Page
Interim Executive Director, New Hampshire Association of School Principals

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New Jersey

Arlene Rogo
Principal, Neptune Middle School

Dr. Arlene M. Rogo, Ed.D., is beginning her 37th year as a New Jersey Educator and currently serves as NAESP Zone II Director. She is currently Principal of Neptune Middle School. During her 25 years in Neptune, she also served as principal of Summerfield Elementary School for 16 years and Principal of Midtown Community Elementary School for 6 years. In 2012, MCES, a Platinum LEED School became one of the first Green Ribbon Schools designated by the U.S. Department of Education. Dr. Rogo began her career in Bergen County as a teacher in middle school and high school, and then gained administrative experience as a high school grade administrator, a middle school department chairperson and K-8 curriculum supervisor, and as a K-8 vice principal. Dr. Rogo is also President of the Neptune Township Administrator’s Association and the Monmouth County Elementary/Middle School Administrators Association.
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New York

Lisa Belz
Executive Director of Special Education, East Islip School District.

Lisa M. Belz has served as an educator for 30 years. Currently she is the Executive Director for Special Education/PPS 6-12 in the East Islip School District located on the south shore of Long Island. Prior to this position, Lisa served as Director of Special Education K-12 for one year and as an Elementary Principal for 11 years in the same school district.  Lisa started her administrative career as an elementary assistant principal after teaching at the elementary level for 11 years. During her tenure as principal, her school was recognized as a New York State Reward school for three consecutive years and in 2012 named a National Blue Ribbon School. Lisa has rounded out her educational career, having served as a Board of Education Trustee for three years in her home district. An avid learner, she earned her Doctorate in Education from St. John’s University in 2008, focusing her area of study on at-risk learners. Lisa serves on many district committees and has been named Educator Advocate for 2018.
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New York

Kevin Hulbert
Principal, Keeseville Elementary School, AuSable Valley Central School District

Kevin F. Hulbert is the principal of Keeseville Elementary School in the AuSable Valley Central School District in upstate NY. In 2016, Kevin received the Adirondack STAR Award ‘for the support Mr. Hulbert has shown to the families of the Adirondacks.’ In 2011, Kevin was chosen as the New York State Elementary School Principal of the Year. Kevin has served as an educator for 28 years and has been an elementary level administrator in his current position for fourteen years. Kevin previously served as an elementary teacher, a middle school social studies teacher, a high school social studies teacher, an Education Specialist via the New York State Regional School Support Center, a Dean of Students, and an Athletic Director. In addition, Kevin led Keeseville as it was recognized in 2010, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 with the College for Every Student ‘School of Distinction’ Award for promoting college awareness throughout the school and Kevin also served and played an instrumental role in the fight against bullying in upstate New York as the Co-Chairperson for the North Country Task-force Against Bullying committee from 2010-2014. Finally, he has also served and important role as the New York State Region 7 Government Relations Representatives for his Administrative group and as a Board of Director’s member for the same group. Kevin’s dedication to the students and educators of New York has been evident throughout his career.
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North Carolina

Brittany Holland
Assistant Principal, Davie County

Brittany Holland is an Assistant Principal in Davie County, North Carolina. She was recently named the NC National Assistant Principal of the Year. She lives in Statesville, NC with her husband, Dan, and her 2 cats. She is passionate about making sure every child is educated and is very excited about being the NC ambassador for WEF-USA! 
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North Dakota

Lynn Wolf
Retired Elementary Principal, Bismarck, ND

Lynn Wolf is a retired elementary principal in Bismarck, ND. He has forty-five years of experience a as a teacher, technology professional development coordinator and elementary school principal. He was named the North Dakota Association of Elementary School Principals National Distinguished Principal in 2015. He continues working in the field as a university supervisor for student teachers. He lives in Mandan, ND with his wife who was also an educator with 44 years of teaching experience. They have three daughters and six grandchildren.
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Ohio

Ken Bernacki
Special Education Professional Development Coordinator, ESC Learning Alliance.

Ken Bernacki has spent the past 31 years in the field of education. He has been a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and director of pupil personnel during those years. He has served as President for the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators and as a State Representative to the National Association of Elementary School Principals. Since retirement, Ken is the special education professional development coordinator for the ESC Learning Alliance. He is also a part-time instructor at Cleveland State University.
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Oregon

Rachael George
Principal, Sandy Grade School-Oregon Trail School District

Rachael George is  is currently the principal of Sandy Grade School in the Oregon Trail School District. Prior to serving as an elementary school principal, George was a middle school principal of an “outstanding” and two-time “Level 5: Model School,” as recognized by the Oregon Department of Education. She specializes in curriculum development, instructional improvement, working with at-risk students, and closing the achievement gap.
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Pennsylvania

Melissa Patschke
Principal, Upper Providence Elementary and Spring City Elementary, Spring-Ford Area School District

Melissa (Missie) Patschke has served public education for the past 32 years. She believes strongly in the power of positive relationships, the need for whole child education, and in the lasting impact of using social/emotional tools in schools. Missie supports research-based best practices and the belief that “ALL” children can learn.  Missie is currently a principal for two sister schools, Upper Providence Elementary and Spring City Elementary, located in the Spring-Ford Area School District.
Missie has taken her talents into adult learning forums, public speaking venues, coaching and mentoring programs, as well as consultation services.  Missie prioritizes federal and state congressional visits to advocate on behalf of ‘what’s right for children and schools.’  She has a strong interest in providing children diverse cultural experiences, global civic awareness as well as encouraging service learning opportunities in communities.
Over the past decade, Missie has dedicated her commitment and passion to the work of a variety of educational organizations including the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and state affiliate, Pennsylvania Principals Association as well as stakeholder work for the IDEA Partnership, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).  Missie is proud of her involvement with the Leadership Immersion Training and Mentor Certification process as well as her role on the board of directors for the Center of Educational Improvement. In addition, Missie serves as an adjunct faculty member for several Universities.
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South Dakota

Summer Schultz
Superintendent, Dell Rapids School District

Dr. Summer Schultz is currently in her 6th year as the Superintendent at Dell Rapids Public School. She also works for Augustana University’s Education Department as an adjunct professor in the MAE program. Summer received her Ed.D. in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota, her Administrative Licensure was obtained from Saint Mary’s University of MN and both her MS in Computer Education/Technology and BS in Elementary Education/Special Education were earned from Dakota State University.
Prior to working in the Dell Rapids School District, Summer spent five years as an administrator in Minnesota. Summer and her family live in Dell Rapids. If she isn’t at school, you can usually find Summer attending one of her children’s events, on the golf course, or out for a run.
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Tennessee

Yvonne Allen
Education Consultant

Dr. Yvonne Griggs Allen is currently an Education Consultant. She is the past Regional Director of the Memphis/Shelby Field Service Center for the Tennessee Department of Education. She served 24 ½ years as an elementary and middle school principal and as an adjunct professor at Lambuth University in Jackson, Tennessee. She is the Past President of the National Association of Elementary School Principals and Past President of the Tennessee Association of Elementary School Principals.
Dr. Allen served on several statewide education commissions and advisory committees and served on the Board of Directors for the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). She presented at international conferences (EARCOS, AISA) in Singapore, Ethiopia, and Zimbabwe during 1993-1999.
Her professional honors include: 101st United States Congressional Record for Outstanding Achievements in Education in 1989, selected by the U.S. Department of Education and NAESP, Tennessee’s ‘National Distinguished Principal’ in 1987, National School Safety Center as a ‘Principal of Leadership’ in 1988, ‘American Hero in Education’ by Reader’s Digest in 1989, ‘Executive Educator 100’ list by the National School Boards Association in 1993, Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award in 1996, inducted into the Freed-Hardeman University School of Education Hall of Fame, and University of Memphis (Department of Leadership) Outstanding Doctoral Candidate Award in 2009.
During Allen’s tenure as Principal of Whiteville Elementary, the school earned recognition as a ‘Blue Ribbon School’ by the U.S. Department of Education in 1993 and was cited by Redbook Magazine among top-notch schools nationwide in 1993 and 1995.
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Vermont

Jay Nichols
Executive Director, Vermont Principals Association

Jay Nichols is the Executive Director of the Vermont Principals’ Association (VPA). Prior to being selected to lead the VPA, Jay was the Superintendent of Franklin Northeast Supervisory Union. He was selected as Vermont’s Superintendent of the Year for 2018. Mr. Nichols was an officer in the Vermont Superintendents Association serving as Treasurer. Mr. Nichols is the lead of his own consulting firm Nichols Educational & Leadership Consulting. In his consulting work he supports school districts, school leaders, superintendents, and school boards in developing and supporting effective leadership. He serves on the Governing Board of the Regional Education Lab and previously has served on Vermont’s Licensing Hearing Panel and the Champlain Valley Educator Development Center. He currently teachers two graduate courses one for current school leaders: Leading Vermont Schools through Saint Michael’s College and one for aspiring school leaders: School Operations and Ethics through Southern New Hampshire University. 
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West Virginia

Dean Warrenfeltz
Retired Principal and Adjunct Professor, Hood College

Dean M. Warrenfeltz retired after a 34 year career with Berkeley County Schools (WV). During that time he served as a middle school Choral/General Music teacher, a high school Asst. Principal/Principal, and 16 years as an elementary school principal. He also served in every office with WVAEMSP including two terms as president. Dean was the Zone 3 Director on the NAESP Board of Directors from 2010-2013. Dean was honored to be recognized as National Distinguished Principal (WV) 2009.
Dean currently serves as an Adjunct Professor for Hood College located in Frederick, MD. He teaches Educational Supervision to cohorts of teachers who are working toward a degree or certification in education administration.
‘I look forward to the opportunity to work with outstanding leaders in the field of education to address the important goal of ensuring that all children in the USA are receiving an appropriate education.’
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Wisconsin

Jim Lynch
Executive Director, Association of Wisconsin School Administrators

Jim Lynch serves as the Executive Director of the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators.  He received his BA in Public Communication and Address and his MA in Public Policy and Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 
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Wyoming

Bertine Bahige

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Richard Barbacane

Former President, National Association of Elementary School Principals
Retired school principal in Pennsylvania.
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Darrell Rud
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Retired Executive Director, Montana Association of Elementary School Principals
Former President, National Association of Elementary School Principals
Retired school principal in Montana.

 

WEF-USA

Mary Kay Sommers
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Former President, National Association of Elementary School Principals
Retired school principal in Colorado and Indiana.

 

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Robyn Hansen
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Former President, National Association of Elementary School Principals
Assistant Professor of Practice, Northern Arizona University.