Board of Directors and Staff

Occupation: Retired

Education: B.S. Business Administration, UNK (Kearney State College)

"As a former student as well as parent of CHS graduates I wanted to support the CPS staff as well as to give the CPS students the best learning atmosphere/experience possible. The CPS Foundation gives me the opportunity show my support for the staff, students as well as engaging alumni to do the same."

Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologist

Education: MS Speech-Language Pathology and BS Communication

"I support the CPS Foundation because having experience working in the school setting, I see the value of a strong and well supported foundation. I enjoy getting the opportunity to engage alumni, develop ideas on how to support staff and students, and collaborate with other professionals to make Columbus Public Schools a great place to attend and work."

Occupation: Vice President, Columbus Community Hospital

Education: BS Business Administration - University of NE Lincoln and MBA-Wayne State College

"I support the CPS Foundation because I have a passion for CPS students, teachers and staff. Through my long-standing involvement on the CPS Foundation board, I have enjoyed working hard to impact student success and ensure that dollars raised directly impact students."

Occupation: Retired

Education: BS Business Administration - Kearney State College (UNK)

"I have served for over 20 years on the CPS Alumni Association Board. I am an advocate of the CPS Foundation as it not only provides scholarships to students but also provides funds for projects and initiatives not funded by the CPS Board of Education."

Occupation: President, Rush Creek Advisors

Education: BS Accounting and Finance, University of Nebraska Lincoln and MBA, University of Nebraska Omaha

"I am passionate for public schools to be successful in the future, they will need a significant amount of support from private donors."

Occupation: President/CEO of OneNebraska Federal Credit Union

Education: MBA-UNK, BS-UNO, AA-Central

"I am passionate that for public schools to be successful in the future, they will need a significant amount of support from private donors."

Occupation: Financial Advisor - Pathfinder Wealth Advisors

Education: BS Business Administration - University of Nebraska Kearney

"I support the CPS Foundation because as I watch the third generation of my family in CPS, I want to use my experience in other volunteer efforts to support the students, teachers, and the school system, while working with others who have common goals."

Occupation: Executive Assistant - Behlen Mfg.; Co-Owner of Midwest Etching, LLC.

Education: AAS, Business Management and HR, Lincoln School of Commerce

"A key aspect of my position at Behlen includes community outreach and engagement, where I passionately support the career goals of students, including showcasing the diverse and rewarding careers available in our community. I hope to ensure that every alumni feel connected and proud to be a graduate of CHS."

Occupation: Associate Dean, Central Community College

Education: M.S. Adult and Vocational Education; B.S. Business Education - University of Nebraska Lincoln

"Serving on the CPS Foundation Board holds personal significance for me as a parent of two sons who are alumni. Witnessing the positive impact CPS made on their lives, I felt compelled to contribute my time to fundraising efforts that directly enhance the resources available to students and educators. I am passionate about education and committed to making a positive impact for future generations.:

Occupation: IT Assistant Director - Columbus Community Hospital

Education: Central Community College - Platte

"I joined the foundation board following working on the 2014 bond campaign. I enjoyed working on behalf of the school for positive outcomes for our schools and teachers. With four kids at CPS, I felt I should do my part and get involved. I have since joined the CPS Board of Education and have been serving since 2018."

Occupation: CCC Adjunct Instructor

Education: B.A. Education, University of Nebraska Omaha; M.A. Curriculum and Instruction, Wayne State

"I was appointed to the board as a representative for the Columbus Public Schools Board of Education. I am an advocate for public schools as a whole and specifically for CPS. As a graduate of CHS and a teacher in the District for 33 years, I have a vested interest in the success of our school system. If our students succeed, our community will thrive."