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Rich Haffey BOE President

 Rich Haffey, President
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  • The best thing about Oak Hills is the people. We are blessed to have a committed group of teachers, administrators and employees who work countless hours and are dedicated to providing a high-quality education to our children. Our students work hard every day to learn and develop their skills for the future. We also have a large team of volunteers and community members who support our schools and school programs and devote their time and energy for our children.
  • As an Oak Hills School Board member I will make decisions based on the best interests of our children. While not all members of our community will agree on every decision made by the board, I will carefully consider the opinions and perspectives of all members of our community.
  • Oak Hills is Highlander Strong because we work together for a common goal, which is to make our school district and community the best place to live, grow and raise a family.
  • I am Highlander Strong because I have lived in this community for my entire life. I am a second-generation Oak Hills graduate and have three sons in Oak Hills schools. I am passionate about our community and our school system.
  • I am honored to serve as an Oak Hills School Board member because I understand the importance of a quality education for both our children and our community.

School Board Members

Mischelle Philpot BOE Vice President

Mischelle Philpot, Vice President
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  • The best thing about Oak Hills is definitely the people and their passion to do what's best for families and the community. I believe we all have a common goal, even though it sometimes doesn't feel like it.
  • As an Oak Hills School board member I will listen! By definition, communication is the EXCHANGE of information, not just sending information. I want to make sure that students, parents, teachers and administrators have an avenue to express their issues/concerns/praises. Feedback from the community is imperative to ensure the best decisions are being made.
  • Oak Hills is Highlander Strong because we are made of a diverse community that understands both the importance of tradition and the need to continually adapt and change. 
  • I am Highlander Strong because I chose Oak Hills 21 years ago and continue to choose Oak Hills every day for my family!
  • I am honored to serve as an Oak Hills School Board member because I believe I have the passion and experience (both personally and professionally) to make a difference by placing importance on communication, consistency, and community so that we can TOGETHER make decisions that are the best for our students, parents, and staff.
Jan Hunter BOE member

Jan Hunter, Board Member
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  • Best thing about OH is the sense of community and the common good for all stakeholders.
  • As an Oak Hills board member I will always be an advocate for ALL of our students along the levels of the educational and socioeconomic spectrums.
  • Oak Hills is Highlander Strong because we believe in the strong traditions and strong schools that our school district offers.
  • I am Highlander Strong because I believe in the right of every student to experience the opportunity and success of a strong public education.
  • I am honored to serve as an Oak Hills school board member because I believe in supporting the choice of public education and the many opportunities and successes that OH can offer our students.
Jeannie Schoonover BOE Board Member

Jeannie Schoonover, Board Member
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  • The best thing about Oak Hills is the wonderful tradition of excellent schools-top notch teachers and administrators and the wonderful families who as children attended Oak Hills schools and now continue to live here and raise their families.
  • As an Oak Hills School board member I will strive to make wise decisions on how to continue our academic excellence, while keeping our funding low and will create doorways for our parents to be more involved in our decision making.
  • Oak Hills is Highlander Strong because we set high expectations and work collaboratively to do what is best for all students.
  • I am Highlander Strong because I am a product of the Oak Hills schools and community.  I am an Oak Hills graduate, Class of '62, and was in the first class that attended all 4 years in Oak Hills High School. I was an original Oakette for four years and was in the first play ever performed in the high school. I've lived here all my life. My son and daughter are graduates and live here as well.  Two of my grandchildren are graduates and my other grandchildren attend Oak Hills Schools. So you might say that Oak Hills is part of my DNA.
  • I am honored to serve as an Oak Hills School Board member because I want to give back to the district I love and work together to maintain our high quality of life by educating our next generation. I look forward to working on the Oak Hills Board of Education to make decisions that are best for all students.
Bart West BOE member

Bart West, Board Member
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  • Best thing about OH is our outstanding students and staff, and the opportunities this district provides for our students to reach their fullest potential.
  • As an Oak Hills board member I will work hard every day to ensure that all Oak Hills students have a quality educational experience, and to encourage parents to be involved in their children's education.
  • Oak Hills is Highlander Strong because of our very involved families and our highly professional staff who truly care about our students.
  • I am Highlander Strong because I am surrounded by family members -- my wife, children and grandchildren -- who have benefitted from great experiences in Oak Hills Local Schools.
  • I am honored to serve as an Oak Hills school board member because it allows me to be involved in the process of preparing students to be successful in life, and I am grateful for that opportunity.