Board of Education

 

Title: Vice President
Email: mike.wesche@napoleonareaschools.org

First Year On Board... 1986

Current Term Expires... 2023

Occupation... Lawyer (Retired)

I received my elementary and high-school education in Napoleon, which well prepared me for another eight years of college and graduate/professional education.  My experiences demonstrated to me the enduring value of a quality education - both personally and professionally.  Serving as a member of our board of education was, and continues to be, a call for me to provide quality educational opportunities for the young people of our school district, including my own children.

With the assistance and direction of capable and dedicated staff, within a quality campus and facilities generously provided by our taxpayers, and with an emphasis on providing the finest technology available for our students, I am most proud of the educational opportunities that we have provided, and continue to provide, for our students - both inside and outside the classroom.

 

Title: Member

Email: marcia.bruns@napoleonareaschools.org

Phone: 419-592-3855

First Year on Board... 2008

Current Term Expires... 2025

Occupation...  Office Manager – RTEC Communications, Archbold

I wanted to serve on the board of education because I felt it was a great opportunity to serve our community & to contribute in the education & future of our children. 

I am most proud of #AllInNapoleon – the way the school supports our community & the community supports our schools!

 

Title: Board President

Email: ryan.crandall@napoleonareaschools.org

First Year On Board... 2020

Current Term Expires... 2025

Occupation... Physical Therapist 

I chose to serve on the Napoleon School Board to not only represent my community, but to continually enhance the experience of attending Napoleon Area Schools. Our school district represents both rural values and traditions as well as suburban lifestyles and these both need to be uniquely addressed throughout our schools. My main concern is to be able to give my children and their peers the best possible path forward to a successful life and career. 

I am most proud of the fact that many of the parents of the district graduated from Napoleon. This does not represent the idea that we were never willing or wanted to move away, but it exemplifies the confidence that we have in our schools and our community to be an excellent place to raise a family. 

Title: Member

Email: ty.otto@napoleonareaschools.org

First Year On Board... 2015

Current Term Expires...2025

Occupation...  Vice President / Commercial Lender, The Sherwood State Bank

I  was excited to join the School Board to serve the community and school that my children attend.  I am proud of our excellent facilities, the many opportunities that our kids have for extracurricular participation, and most importantly our dedicated teachers, staff and administration that go above and beyond for our kids.

 

Title: Member

Email: erika.damman@napoleonareaschools.org

First Year on Board... 2019

Current Term Expires... 2023

Occupation... Human Resources, Sauder Woodworking Co.

I was raised in Napoleon, and graduated from NHS in 1995. I now have 2 children in the Napoleon Area School system. As a parent and community member I have been guilty of questioning the district's decisions in the past. Admittedly, it's not fair, but easy to do. So I decided that I wanted to learn more about the process. I started attending school board meetings, and then felt moved to serve in a more active manner. So when the next election came around I decided to run. I'm really glad that I did! This is just my first term, but it has been an eye opener for me. I'm truly grateful for everyone that plays a role in keeping our school system up and running!