Appointments to the advisory in general are for two-year terms, which are renewable.  Continuity is established by some members having a renewable one-year term. 

Commission Members (term expires):

• Evan Cross, Architect; Old Mill School parent (2008)

• Michael Fuchs, Management Consultant; Strawberry Point & Middle School parent (2008)

• Jonathan Goldman, Asset Manager; Old Mill parent (2008)

• Michelle Griffin, Marketing & Strategy Consultant; Old Mill & Middle School parent (2009)

• Roger Peters, Attorney; Energy/Environmental Consultant; Old Mill & Middle School parent (2009)

• John Vreeland, Financial Advisor/Manager; Strawberry Point & Middle School parent (2008)

Board Liaison: Steve Sell, Trustee                                                                                                                                  District Liaison: Michele Rollins, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent - Business Services

The Commission meets approximately 6 times each school year, with meetings open to the public. 

Community Technology Advisory Commission (CTAC)  
The Community Technology Advisory Commission (CTAC) was established to advise the Superintendent and Board on technology directions and solutions that will materially and cost effectively improve student learning, District operations and communications.  The Commission members bring strategic technology expertise and experience, working in a collaborative group committed to public education.  The Commission is an advisory to the Superintendent.

Appointments to the advisory in general are for two-year terms, which are renewable.  Continuity is established by some members having a renewable one-year term.  CTAC meets monthly during the school year at the District Office. CTAC is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to the group as of March 2007: Chuck Gathard and Andrew Mercy.  

Commission Members:  (term ends)   Chuck Gathard (2009), David Gruver (2007), Andrew Mercy (2009), Betsey Nelson (2007)

Board Liaison: Monib Khademi, Trustee                                                                                                                   District Liaison: Terry Kritsepis, Director of Technology

CTAC continues to seek new community members for the group.  Please call the District Office for further information, (415) 389-7700 or send an email to tkritsepis@mvschools.org

GATE Advisory Committee

The GATE Advisory Committee was formed in October 2007, composed of staff, parents, and the GATE coordinator. This committee reviews the GATE budget and serves as an advisory on services and programs.  

Committee Members:

• Brenda Biren, Tam Valley  
• Terry Nelson, Old Mill  
• Steven Schow, Middle School
• Lauren Elliot, Middle School
• Nancy Felder, Edna Maguire
• Jon Sigerman, Park 
• Audrey Finci, Strawberry Point
• Niko Castaillac, Teacher, Strawberry Point 
• Rod Septka, Teacher, Middle School
• Linda Tanguay, Teacher, Old Mill
• Maggie Front, Teacher, Park 
• Leslie Thornton, GATE Coordinator and Principal, Strawberry Point

More information on GATE