RELEASE: Governor Announces Appointments
Governor Announces Appointments
Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to several state boards and commissions.
The Education Commission of the States helps states develop effective policy and practice for public education by providing data, research, analysis and leadership; and by facilitating collaboration, the exchange of ideas among the states and long-range strategic thinking.
Deborah Delisle, of Columbus, has served as the 35th state superintendent of public instruction for Ohio since 2008. She previously served as a school district superintendent, principal, curriculum director, classroom teacher of language arts and gifted education, as well as a college instructor. She is a current member of the board of the Minority Student Achievement Network and co-authored Growing Good Kids with her husband, receiving a Parents’ Choice Award for her work. She received a bachelor’s degree from Springfield College and a master’s degree in special education at Kent State University.
Patricia Frost-Brooks, of Cleveland Heights, currently serves as the president of the Ohio Education Association. She previously served as the vice president of the OEA Board of Directors. Frost-Brooks also serves as a member of the board for the Ohio Appalachian Mountain Education and the New Teacher Project. She received a bachelor’s degree from Capital University and a master’s degree from Ashland University.
Marevina Bosley, served as the deputy superintendent of academic achievement for the Columbus City Schools before retiring. She is a trained curriculum management auditor and began a city-wide distribution of textbooks for students. Bosley received a bachelor’s degree from Urbana University in 1974, and a graduate degree and a doctorate from Antioch College.
Linda B. Schneider, of Pepper Pike, currently serves as a board member for the Citizen’s Academy, the Fairhill Partners (formerly the Fairhill Center on Aging) and the Center for Families and Children. She has also served as a member of the United Way, the Cleveland Foundation and the Suburban Temple Kol-Ami.
The Columbus State Community College Board of Trustees sets the tuition and fees of the college, hires and fixes the compensation of the school’s employees and does all that is necessary to ensure the successful operation of the college.
Anne Lopez-Walton, of Columbus, has served as a financial analyst for the Rumpke Consolidated Companies since 1999. She previously served as an accountant for PriceWaterhouseCoopers from 1998-1999. Lopez-Walton also currently serves as a committee member for Relay for Life in Upper Arlington. Lopez-Walton received a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Franklin University in 1998 and 2008, respectively.
Richard Rosen, of Upper Arlington, currently serves as the corporate vice president of education and philanthropy partnerships for the Battelle Memorial Institute. He previously served as a research scientist for the Battelle Memorial Institute. Rosen also serves as the executive director of the Ohio STEM Learning Network. He received a bachelor’s degree from Kettering University and a master’s degree from the Ohio State University.
The Central Ohio Technical College Board of Trustees has the power to establish and operate a technical college within a designated district and is responsible for setting the school’s tuition, fees and employee salaries.
Jill Griesse, of Granville, previously served as the vice president of promotions and advertising for Bry-Air, until she retired. She previously served as a U.S.A. Olympic swimming coach from 1961-1981 and also served as a member of the United States International Olympic Committee. Griesse has also served on the board of directors for the Robbins Hunter Museum since 2007. She received a bachelor’s degree from Washington State University in 1963.
The Hocking Technical College Board of Trustees sets the tuition and fees of the college, hires and fixes the compensation of the school’s employees and does all that is necessary to ensure the successful operation of the college.
Gary Starner, of Logan, currently serves as a commissioner for Hocking County and owns and operates Starner Farms. He previously served as an owner and general contractor of Starner Construction Company for 28 years. He also currently serves as a member of the board for Buckeye Hills Economic Development and Tri-County Community Action.
The James A. Rhodes State College Board of Trustees sets the tuition and fees of the college, hires and fixes the compensation of the school’s employees and does all that is necessary to ensure the successful operation of the college.
Jane Krites, of Lima, has served as the executive vice president of the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio since 2008. She previously served as the CEO of the Girl Scouts of Appleseed Ridge from 1991-2007. Krites also currently serves as a member of the board of directors for St. Rita’s Medical Center. She received a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Defiance College.
The Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs is charged with gathering and disseminating information and conducting hearings, conferences, investigations, and special studies on problems and programs concerning Spanish-speaking people. It also secures appropriate recognition of the accomplishments and contributions of Spanish-speaking people to the state.
Isabel Framer, of Copley, has served as a national expert for law enforcement policy development law and program design for the Language Access Consultants since 1998. She is also a certified Spanish/English Interpreter in the Oregon and Tennessee court systems. Framer served on the Asian and Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Institute Roundtable in 2006. She received a bachelor’s degree from Los Angeles City College.
The Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board oversees the grading of examinations of individuals applying to be professional counselors, social workers, or independent social workers and determines if an applicant is qualified for practice.
Steven Polovick, of Westerville, has served as a national seminar presenter and a social work program consultant for Cross Country Education since 2006. He previously served as a program manager for the Ohio Department of Education from 2004-2008. Polovick is a licensed social worker and volunteers for People In Need, the American Red Cross and Open Shelter. He received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Dominican University in 1994 and a master’s degree from Franklin University in 2002.
Mary Venrick, of Springfield, has served as a therapist for the Family Service Agency since 1990. She previously served as a therapist at the Mercycrest Counseling Associates from 1988 to 1990. Venrick received a bachelor’s degree from Urbana University in 1982 and a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Wright State University in 1987.
The Dentist Loan Repayment Advisory Board is required to determine the amounts that will be paid as loan repayments on behalf of the participants in the Dentist Loan Repayment Program.
Darrel Scott, of Loudonville, has served as a dentist for the Scott Dental Group since 1980. He previously served as a dentist for the United States Air Force from 1977-1980. Scott currently volunteers for Give Kids A Smile! Day Program and also serves as a board member for the Ohio State Dental School Alumni Society. Scott received a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University in 1974 and a doctoral degree from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1977.
Nanette Tertel, of Toledo, has served as a dentist in private practice since 1988. She previously served as lecturer at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry from 1988-1992. Tertel also currently serves as a member of the Toledo Dental Society and the Ohio Dental Association. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1984 and a doctoral degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1988.
The Motor Vehicles Dealers Board implements and enforces rules and regulations necessary to conduct hearings on the issuance, suspension or revocation of motor vehicle dealer licenses. Additionally, the board hears appeals on refusal to issue licenses for dealers and/or salesmen.
Jason McDonald, of Marion, has served as a major in the investigations bureau for the City of Marion Police Department. He previously served as a lieutenant for the City of Marion Police Department from 2000-2007. McDonald currently serves as the secretary and legislative agent for the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio.
Brian Younkin, of Galena, has served as the vice president of sales for the Greenlawn Companies since 1992. Younkin also currently serves as the secretary of the Ohio Manufactured Homes Association (OMHA) and as the vice president of the Mid Ohio Chapter of OMHA. Younkin received a bachelor’s degree from Franklin University in 1995.
The Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board licenses practitioners of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training, either through examination or reciprocity and investigates complaints and concerns relative to alleged violations of Chapter 4755 of the Ohio Revised Code, which can result in the suspension or revocation of a license, or the refusal to issue or renew a license.
Karen Holtgrefe, of Cincinnati, has served as an assistant professor of physical therapy at the College of Mount St. Joseph since 2002. She previously served as a regional coordinator of rehabilitation education at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield. Holtgrefe also currently serves as a guest lecturer at Miami University. She received a bachelor’s degree from Texas Woman’s University in 1982, a master’s degree at the University of Indianapolis in 1998 and a doctorate at the University of Indianapolis in 2006.
