Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement |

Linda Ruiz-Bringman
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419-671-0410 ext. 10410 |
[email protected] |
Acting Administrative Assistant |
Michele Petersen |
419-671-0410 |
[email protected] |
Community Engagement – Foster Care – Truancy Prevention – District Resources
Executive Director, Community Engagement and Student Supports
Mrs. Baker leads all district initiatives supporting students and families in need. This includes grant writing, building strategic community partnerships and resource linkage ensuring all of our students and families who are in need of resources, experiencing homelessness or housing instability and students in foster care have what they need in order to be successful in school. Including registration, transportation, rental and utility assistance as well as financial coaching. She also oversees the TPS Housing Program and all truancy prevention interventions for the district including the Get Connected Truancy Prevention Program that links mentors with students and families to reduce truancy.
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Heather Baker
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419-262-1626 |
[email protected] |
Community Liaison - Student/Parent Advocate - Mediator
At Large Community Liaison
Pastor Brock acts as an impartial mediator reviewing concerns with a school or a district department that haven't been resolved directly. Students and parents are encouraged to work to resolve concerns directly with those involved, however, a student or parent is welcome to contact Pastor Brock.
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Cedric Brock
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419-671-0407 |
[email protected] |
Student, Family and Community Engagement Support
Administrator on Special Assignment
Ms. Burks is assigned to the department of Student, Family and Community Engagement as an advocate and support to students, families and staff where she will provide a variety of resources and create a culture where all are welcomed and valued.
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Dawn Burks
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419-671-0408 |
[email protected] |
Community Partnerships - Hubs - Afterschool and Summer Programs
Community Liaison, Director of Programs and Enrichment Activities
Ms. Lake oversees community partnerships, including after school and summer programs, mental health and behavior supports, and other services for students and parents. Ms. Lake also oversees the TPS Hubs that provide a number of services for students, families, and community members.
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Gayle Lake
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419-377-7677 |
[email protected] |
Latino Community Liaison
Hispanic Outreach Coordinator
Ms. Rodriguez is the Hispanic outreach coordinator to support students, families and staff. Offer support with language assistance such as interpreter and translator to engage parents in their students' school environment to support students on their path to graduation and after graduation to continue their college education, trades, or employment.
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Gabriela Rodriguez |
419-261-6178 |
[email protected] |
Community and Family Latino Support
Student Recruitment Coordinator
Ms. Serda leads the recruitment, engagement, and retention of students with emphasis on Spanish speaking English language learners, coordinates events and connects families with new resources and programs opportunities.
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Stephanie Serda
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419-671-5550 |
[email protected] |
Assistance for Students & Families Experiencing Homelessness or Housing Insecurity
Assistant Director, Homeless Education and Initiatives
Mrs. Welch supervises the MV HEART team who provides assistance to students who are experiencing homelessness. Mrs. Welch and the team provides school supplies, assistance with birth certificates, Tarta bus passes, clothing vouchers, hygiene kits, purchasing cap and gown, hotel stays, rental assistance, and other community resources and referrals to help students be successful in school. Mrs. Welch helps educate school staff regarding the Mckinney-Vento law.
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Pamela Welch
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419-671-0411 |
[email protected] |
Special Education – Parent Liaison
Special Education Parent Liaison
Mrs. McCain helps families understand and navigate special education and participates in IEP/ETR meetings when requested. Mrs. McCain hosts workshops for parents, provides linkage to community resources, and provides resources to families of children with disabilities to improve academic, social, functional and behavioral achievement.
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Monica McCain |
419-671-0819 |
[email protected] |
Early Childhood Education – Parent, Family, and Community Engagement
Parent, Family And Community Engagement Coordinator (PFCE)
Mrs. Shetterly leads the Family Support Partners (FSP) assigned to each preschool family. FSPs assist families in the enrollment process, complete needs assessments, partner with the family to create family goals and connect families to community resources.
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Nicole Shetterly
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419-215-9131 |
[email protected] |