The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is joining with other communities throughout Iowa this spring to honor its elected school board members during Iowa School Board Recognition Month during May. This year’s theme, “School Boards Strengthen Public Education,” recognizes the work Iowa’s volunteer school board members do to create educational opportunities for Iowa students. Nearly 2,000 school board members across the state are providing innovative leadership through their board service—from strong financial stewardship to ensuring high-quality curriculum—to make sure all students are able to grow and prosper through their education.

Serving on the local school board are: Sue Gates, President; Robert Levis, Vice-President; Brenda Bartz, Angela Hazen, Megan Rickels, Mike Timmermans, and Kathy Van Steenhuyse.

“These individuals volunteer many hours of unpaid time to provide the best possible education for all of our students. We want to recognize their efforts in our school and community,” said Superintendent Mary Jo Hainstock. “As your elected leaders, they represent you in their continuing commitment to local citizen control and decision-making for our public schools. Too often the efforts of school board members go unrecognized and unrewarded. Please join me in thanking them for their service.”

“Even though we are making a special effort in May to show appreciation for our school board members, we recognize their contributions are given throughout the year,” said Superintendent Hainstock.

“They are dedicated individuals who are committed to improving student achievement and to striving for the best for all of our students.”

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