Michigan ASCD, along with ASCD is a global community dedicated to excellence in learning, teaching, and leading. Our innovative solutions promote the success of each child.
Michigan ASCD is the state affiliate of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), an international organization of diverse educators committed to excellence in teaching and learning.
Located in Lansing, Michigan ASCD is a strong resource and advocate for quality teaching and learning in our state. The organization collaborates with the State Department of Education, the State Board of Education, the Legislature and other educational organizations to advocate for and influence the educational policy and practices that are of interest to our membership.
Michigan ASCD, along with ASCD is the worldwide leader in learning, teaching, and educational leadership. We provide expert and innovative solutions for addressing the opportunities and challenges learners face in the 21st Century. We engage and connect diverse communities dedicated to the success of each learner.
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Board of Directors
President
Nicole Gasper
CEO, West Michigan Aviation Academy
Treasurer
Dr. Kathy Peasley
Associate Superintendent for Instruction, Gratiot-Isabella RESD
Secretary
Debra Asano
[Retired] Associate Superintendent, Marquette-Alger RESA
Immediate Past President
Brian Johnson,
Education Consultant, Bay City Public Schools
Representative- Region 2
Karla Akins
Director of Teaching & Learning, Petoskey Schools
Representative – Region 3
Tonya Harrison
Director of General Education, Mecosta-Osceola ISD
Representative- Region 4
John Mertz
Director of Human Resources
Representative – Region 5
Amber Hall
Curriculum & Perry Innovation Center Director, Grand Blanc Community Schools
Representative – Region 6
Richard Gutierrez
Principal & Lewton Global Studies/Spanish Immersion, Lansing Public Schools
Representative – Region 7
Lisa Jenkins-Meredith
Director of Instructional Services & Virtual Programming, Kalamazoo RESA
Representative- Region 8
Jenny Heath
Principal & CEPD Director, Lenawee ISD Tech Center
Representative- Region 9
Carmen Kennedy-Rogers
Senior Program Officer & Education Leader, The Skillman Foundation
Representative- Region 10
Dr. Michele Harmala
Graduate Director, Associate Professor at Madonna College of Education
At Large
Jennifer Brown,
Superintendent, Cadillac Public Schools
At Large
Corinne Edwards
Education Consultant, Michigan Department of Education
At Large
Kelley Cusmano
ELA Teacher Leader, Rochester Community Schools
At Large
Mellissa Wilson
Literacy Consultant, Wayne RESA
Liaison Representative
Heather Kortlandt
Director of Instruction, Otsego Public Schools
Michigan ASCD Staff
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Melissa Usiak
Currently an assistant professor in the Department of K-12 Educational Administration at Michigan State University, Dr. Melissa Usiak has also worked as a building principal in at-risk elementary and middle…...
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Sara Bishop
With over nine years of experience in Arts Administration, Sara is pleased to handle all administrative services for Michigan ASCD. Sara is committed to providing excellent customer service to all…...
