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FRONT ROW:  Tammy Spencer and Tina Sanborn
BACK ROW:  Ryan Patton, Jim Rudy, and Michael Chumley

 

 

Mission of the Board of Education


The Board of Education is legally responsible for:

  • Developing policies and regulations necessary for the governance of the school district, its employees, students, and all persons entering school grounds or premises
  • Ensuring students are provided with high-quality educational opportunities
  • Appointing a superintendent of schools and investing such powers in him/her as may be legally delegated
  • Appointing a treasurer
  • Acting on personnel and policies recommended by the superintendent
  • Seeing that the annual budget is prepared and acted on
  • Passing an annual appropriations measure
  • Adopting a master calendar annually
  • Entering into contracts with all personnel in the manner required by Ohio laws
  • Levying taxes with a vote of the people to maintain schools

We encourage all of those living and/or working in our school district to take an interest in the work of the Board of Education. We invite you to join us at our meetings or to call or email us with any ideas, questions or concerns.

Board Aspirational Goals

    • The West Clermont School District is recognized as a model district, one where families choose to educate their children.
    • The district is known for its innovation and creativity, student-centered learning model, educator workforce, modern learning environments, and family and community partnerships.
    • The district has an exemplary return on investment.

    • High academic achievement and growth occur for all students.
    • Students learn to become responsible and productive leaders in their community.
    • Students achieve regional, state, and national recognition for all aspects of their talents.

    • The business community is highly engaged in the district’s work.
    • Proactive communications foster transparency and active involvement.
    • The community is proud of their school district.
    • The community is welcome in district facilities and programs.
    • The community recognizes the district's cost-effectiveness and invests accordingly.

    • Our district exhibits a high-performance culture.
    • All students at all grade levels receive rich learning experiences.
    • Students have clear pathways to success beginning in early grades and continuing through life.
    • Present circumstances are not an excuse for poor performance.
    • Student learning goes beyond the classroom and beyond the basics.

    • The district attracts and retains high-quality faculty and staff.
    • Faculty and staff talent flourishes through purposeful growth opportunities.
    • The faculty and staff work in a professionally rewarding environment that engages their heart and mind.

Members of the Board of Education

Ryan was elected to the West Clermont board in 2021. He is a Deputy Sheriff with Clermont County and previously served as a School Resource Officer at West Clermont. This allowed him to proactively engage with students and staff. His goals as a board member include adopting policies that focus on the priorities of the district; developing initiatives that improve student achievement; and ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Michael is in his fifth year as a West Clermont board member. He works for a local healthcare system where he has learned the importance of timely and accurate communication, a skill that transfers well to his role with the district. The students, including his own, are what motivate him to serve. He is committed to helping children overcome the academic and social-emotional trials of the last two years. His favorite part about being on the board is witnessing how the entire West Clermont team cares for one another and the students, which is evidenced by the many recognitions and awards staff receive each year.

Jim has been a West Clermont board member since January 2018. As a former teacher and union leader in the district, he has an intimate knowledge of the school culture. Giving back to the community, particularly the students, is what motivates him. Since serving on the board, he is most proud of hiring excellent leaders who are fulfilling West Clermont’s mission to commit to excellence with every learner, every day, every way.

Tina was originally elected to the West Clermont School Board in 2011 and served until 2019. One of her goals as a board member is to promote academic excellence for all students. Tina wants to align taxpayer dollars with an educational system that gives our children the opportunities to excel in an ever more competitive economic environment. She served on the board during the opening of a new facility for West Clermont High School, West Clermont Middle School, Summerside Elementary and Willowville Elementary. Her passion is serving the West Clermont School District Board of Education and working to improve and provide the best educational opportunities for every student.

Tammy was elected to the West Clermont board in 2023.  She has been a member of the West Clermont community for nearly 40 years, and has served as an educator for the past 15 years.  As a mom, grandmother, resident and educator, she is poised to bring a unique and meaningful perspective to the board. She is committed to timely and transparent communication, fiscal responsibility and efficient operations, while continuing to support a district on the rise.

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