928.445.5400
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jenna James
President
Paul Kirchgraber
Executive Director
I am a ten-year resident of Prescott having moved here from Tempe, AZ with my wife, Melinda, in 2010 and most recently served as the executive director of the Yavapai College Foundation.
Why did I get involved? Because members of the PUSD Education Foundation are passionate about enhancing the educational experiences of our Prescott public school students. To do this, we must bring together private philanthropic and community support in order to assist our amazing teachers and their academic initiatives.
I can be reached at: Paul@PUSDEducationFoundation.com
(480) 331-1087
Brandi Jex
Programs Committee
I am passionate about public education and the positive impact this Foundation can make for our children, teachers, and community. I believe incredible things can be achieved when we combine our efforts for good! I am thrilled to be a part of the PUSD Education Foundation and to make a difference in the future of Prescott’s youth.
Joe Howard
PUSD Superintendent
I have been a teacher, coach, principal and am now in my fourth year as PUSD’s superintendent. I am a proud father of two PHS graduates and the husband of a special education teacher, living in Prescott for over 30 years.
Carol Yetman
Programs Committee
I knew in third grade that I wanted to be a teacher. I had the privilege of “dealing in futures” for thirty-two years as a classroom teacher. Public education is my passion. As a member of the Foundation board I am able to continue contributing my support to the students and teachers in our community.
Krista Carman
Vice President of Board Development
Attorney at Law
Carman Law Firm
Stan Goligoski
Programs Committee
My wife and I are both PUSD alumni and know firsthand the tremendous education we received. The sense of community and life lessons we learned while growing up have stayed with us as we continued our education and throughout our careers. Many of our revered teachers, coaches, and administrators continue to be mentors to us and we feel so fortunate to be a part of the PUSD Education Foundation to ensure our experiences are passed down to our children as they are being raised in this amazing community of committed educators.
Rebecca Horniman
Development Committee
Kathy Sischka
Vice President of Marketing Committee
Ed Walsh
Finance & Governance Committee
I have been a supporter of public education because I believe every child should be given an opportunity for a life-changing education. My wife and I have sent 3 children to PUSD schools and we have been thrilled with the education and the character building they have received. A healthy public school system is essential for Prescott to continue to be a vibrant community for families and retirees.
Ginger Nolte
Vice President of Programs Committee
The PUSD Education Foundation holds a very special place in my heart. I grew up in Prescott, I attended Prescott Public Schools and after becoming a teacher, I returned to Prescott to teach for PUSD. I am passionate about education and it is amazing to witness the innovative activities that are occurring in our classrooms daily. It is an honor to be a part of this Foundation and be able to give back and support our community’s children and teachers. It takes a village and the partnerships between our community, the District and the Foundation have proven to continue to elevate the excellence in our greatest asset, our children.
Daniel Yamauchi
Vice President of Development Committee
Tom Aldridge
Programs Committee
I graduated from Grand Canyon High School before moving to Prescott to attend Yavapai College. I graduated from Yavapai College and went on to NAU in Flagstaff to complete a bachelor’s degree in Electronic Media, Audio/Video Production and Engineering. I worked in Flagstaff for a few years before being able to move back to Prescott and take a position with Yavapai College as one of the IT managers over the Presentation Technology group. I am happily married to Angela, an Academic Advisor at Yavapai College and a recent master’s of education degree recipient from NAU, and dad to Collin and Audrey, who are both PUSD students.
Jane Robertson
Programs Committee
Judah Pifer
Programs Committee
David Klever
Development Committee
My wife and I moved here from southern Arizona and chose PUSD schools for our sons who both went on to graduate from Prescott High School. I am a strong advocate of public education at all levels believing that every child deserves the best education possible. The foundation is a great way to support our educators and I am proud to be part of this organization.
Stacey Haggart
Secretary
I am actively committed to my family and community with a particular interest in how public education shapes children’s lives, environment, and long-term positive outcomes. Providing leadership in these areas while raising a family and managing a small business are my most rewarding endeavors. In addition to being a wife, mom, community servant-leader, and business owner, myself and my family enjoy performing arts, travel, and competitive sailboat racing.
Sarah Vincent
Development Committee
I currently serve on the PUSD Governing Board and as the Education Director at the Highlands Center for Natural History. I have a strong commitment to education for every student, every day. The foundation lifts up educators and innovation, thus, I am honored to be a part of this organization.
Doug Lindberg
Finance and Governance
Public education is one of the cornerstones that is essential in building and maintaining a vibrant and thriving community. I grew up in Prescott. My son and I are both graduates of PHS. I got involved with PUSDEF because I believe in the support that the organization provides to the District’s teachers, staff, students and administrators.
Gerald Szostak
Development Committee
ADVISORY
BOARD:
John Amos
Advisory Board
The PUSD Education Foundation is committed and dedicated to the health and well-being of our schools, educators, and children. Our children are our most precious asset and our future; they need our support more now than ever. Supporting our children supports our community and together we all prosper. It’s an honor and privilege to serve on the board of a foundation that’s sole purpose and mission is our children and our schools.
President & Chief Executive Officer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center
Greg Mengarelli
Advisory Board
I grew up in Kansas and graduated from Kansas State University in Manhattan earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Park Resource in 1989. I have been a Prescott resident since 1995, when my wife, Sheila, and I moved our family here. Together, we have 9 children (4 of whom are adopted) and one grandchild. I am the CEO for United Christian Youth Camp (UCYC), and was elected mayor for the City of Prescott in November 2017. I served on the Prescott Unified School District governing board from 2014 to 2018. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, hiking, and river trips down the Colorado River.
OFFICE
PUSD District Office
300 E Gurley St.
Prescott, AZ 86301
PHONE
928-445-5400 ext. 70136
Nonprofit Tax ID # 47-3380485