EDS is governed by an active Parent Board, divided into committees and responsible for various needs of the preschool – social, safety, volunteering, etc. The Board plans many activities for our families throughout the school year and loves to have fresh voices participating. If you are interested in joining our Parent Board or need to contact someone on the board, please reach out to EDS_Director@emmanuelmi.org.
Jill Sharpe – President
Responsibilities
- Serve on the Executive Committee and attend associated meetings and Executive Session meetings to provide guidance and decision-making representing the board’s interests.
- Run monthly board meetings.
- Regular check-ins with Director re: policy, and any issues Director may need help with.
- Support Director and Staff as needed.
- Assist in the recruitment of the upcoming year’s board members and edit Parent Board Positions document on the drive as needed
Open – Vice President
Responsibilities
- Session meetings to provide guidance and decision-making representing the interests of the board
- Provide leadership in the event the President is unavailable to perform duties, including but not limited to the leadership of board meetings
- Create and distribute the all-school Parent Directory each fall
- Responsible for the creation and execution of printed materials, such as flyers, banners, and other promotional and marketing materials
- Assist in the recruitment of the upcoming year’s board members and edit Parent Board Positions document on the drive as needed.
Caitlin Harris – Treasurer
Responsibilities
- Serve on the Executive Committee and attend associated meetings and Executive Session meetings to provide guidance and decision-making representing the board’s interests.
- Create and manage the budget throughout the year (with help of the Director and Bookkeeper).
- Audit enrollment and tuition charges/payments monthly
- Present financial updates with budget forecasts at monthly board meetings
Lindsey Mozeika – Secretary
Responsibilities
- Serve on the Executive Committee and attend associated meetings as well as Executive Session meetings to provide guidance and decision-making representing the interests of the board
- Provide and take minutes at monthly board meetings.
Nicole Berglund – Social Chair
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute EDS Social events.
- Work within the budget allotted by EDS.
- Publicize events and recruit board members and family participation.
Amy – Safety Chair
Responsibilities
- Consult on safety-related issues for students and staff.
- Review and provide feedback on safety-related policies proposed and implemented at EDS.
Bryn Morse – Room Parent Coordinator
Responsibilities
Details Coming Soon.
Open – Fundraising Chair
Responsibilities
- Create and manage fundraising via events and the Shopify site.
- Provide donation receipts for all parties following fundraising events.