SCHOOL GOVERNANCE
We are a private, not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board is comprised of community members dedicated to providing the highest quality of Montessori education. They are responsible for setting general policies and budget. Our administrative staff is responsible for the daily operation of the school.
MDTL COMMUNITY - BOARD OF TRUSTEES
- Cheryl Jagoda (President) - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Lynn Simons (Vice President) - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Drusie Davis (Secretary) - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Jim Petray (Treasurer) - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Diane Mina - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Lauren Mathews - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Bob Cook - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Haluk Ulubay - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Sofia Alexander - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Brian Arellanes - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Board of Trustees key responsibilities:
- Sets and executes strategic plan
- Reviews and approves the annual budget
- Appoints the Head of School and negotiates the contract
- Ensures competitiveness with other local private schools
- Engages in Fundraising, both strategic and tactical
- Supports the Parent Association
- Actively participates at the committee level
- Contributes to the future by building a sense of community through the support of our children and the school’s programs
The Board of Trustees meets on a monthly basis ensuring the school’s business plan and educational excellence. Skill sets of Trustees include; accounting/finance, education, general business management, communications, real estate, facility management, and fundraising.
