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Board of Education
Miami Trace Board of Education
Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:
- Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
- Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
- Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
- Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
- Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
- Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.
Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.
The Miami Trace Local School District Board of Education is dedicated to carrying out the Miami Trace Mission: To provide a quality education with opportunities and relationships which cultivates success.
Our school board is comprised of five individuals, each elected for four-year terms. Board members are elected in November of odd-numbered years. Their terms of office are staggered to ensure continuity for the school district.
David Miller, President
CONTACT | (740) 572-0859
YEAR FIRST ELECTED | First appointed in 2003 and then elected in 2006
CURRENT TERM EXPIRES | December 31, 2025
YEARS RESIDING IN DISTRICT: 40+ years
OCCUPATION | Retired management position at Calmar, 35 years
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SERVE ON THE BOARD?
I wanted to get involved in the school system and try to make a difference.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ABOUT MIAMI TRACE LOCAL SCHOOLS?
I am most proud of the way that everyone works together for the good of the district--always have the good of the student in mind.
Bryan McCoy, Vice President
CONTACT | (937) 605-1182
YEAR FIRST ELECTED | 2024
CURRENT TERM EXPIRES | December 31, 2027
RESIDED IN THE DISTRICT SINCE: 1977
OCCUPATION | Sales at Becks Hybrids
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SERVE ON THE BOARD?
I look forward to getting more involved in the school community. I have lived in the district my whole life, I have raised my family here, and I am invested in making MT the best school around.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ABOUT MIAMI TRACE LOCAL SCHOOLS?
I am proud of the commitment to meeting the needs of the students and staff in our district. Loyalty and pride run deep at Miami Trace.
Rob Dawson, Member
CONTACT | (740) 335-2932
YEAR FIRST ELECTED | 2010
CURRENT TERM EXPIRES | December 31, 2025
RESIDED IN THE DISTRICT SINCE: 1999
OCCUPATION | IT Professional
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SERVE ON THE BOARD?
I want to give back to the community that has done so much for me and my family.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ABOUT MIAMI TRACE LOCAL SCHOOLS?
I am most proud of the great staff that is here to make this a world-class educational institution.
Jacklyn Farrens, Member
CONTACT | (740) 572-1538
YEAR FIRST ELECTED | 2022
CURRENT TERM EXPIRES | December 31, 2025
RESIDED IN THE DISTRICT SINCE: 1975
OCCUPATION | Registered Nurse
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SERVE ON THE BOARD?
I have always believed that to make a community better, you have to give back. I would like to be a part of making our district even better.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ABOUT MIAMI TRACE LOCAL SCHOOLS?
I’m very proud of our district's leadership, facilities, and culture. My children have had wonderful experiences in our district through educational opportunities and extracurricular experiences!
Lindsey Worley, Member
CONTACT | (740) 572 3780
YEAR FIRST ELECTED | 2024
CURRENT TERM EXPIRES | December 31, 2027
RESIDED IN THE DISTRICT SINCE: A Born & Raised Panther
OCCUPATION | Hairstylist at Trends, Graduate from The Ohio State School of Cosmetology
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SERVE ON THE BOARD?
I’ve had Panther Pride since I was born in 1982! I wanted to give back to the community that raised me. My husband and I are both graduates, have a 2022 graduate, and two students in the district now. My connections are deep with the staff, faculty, and students. I want what is BEST for them and I will always put them first.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ABOUT MIAMI TRACE LOCAL SCHOOLS?
Miami Trace represents so much from academics to the athletics programs. We work hard as a community to keep our standards high! I am excited to continue the great legacy of leaders at Miami Trace.