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Pat Sheets
Position on the School Board: Secretary
Elected to the Board in 2006
Summary of School Board Training: Since elected in 2006, I have become an MASB Certified Board Member, and earned the Award of Merit and Award of Distinction. I will continue to be a perpetual student as classes impact my position on the Board.
Educational Background: BA, Olivet College
- MA, Western Michigan University – Middle School Education
- 2nd MA, Western Michigan University – Gifted and Talented Education
- Attended numerous classes/workshops at MSU, UM, National College of Education, and UConn
- Participated on many local, state and national committees and awarded for various innovative programs and classroom strategies on the local, state and national levels.
Occupation: Retired from Marshall Public Schools after 31 years of classroom teaching in the Middle School; Developed K-12 Gifted and Talented program recognized as exemplary on the state and national level: Gifted and Talented consultant. Currently, raising and racing standard bred horses.
Why I Want to be on the School Board: As a lifelong resident of the Olivet area, I decided to put my educational background to work for a community that has given so much to my family and me. Ivan Sheets used to tell people that “there is no finer place on the planet to raise children than Olivet.” I firmly believe that he was right. I am honored to help maintain this image by serving the school district as it moves forward to help our students become prepared for the world in which they will live.
Why I am Proud of our School System: There is an air of collaboration in Olivet Community Schools that is unique…I am proud that the three building principals are Olivet graduates, left for a time, and returned to serve the community that they love. From the top down, staff is encouraged to grow, experiment, and take advantage of opportunities of professional development. There is a caring atmosphere here that is grounded in being the best that one can be by creating a support system for each individual based on data and observation. There are so many opportunities for students in Olivet and I look forward to helping create even more.
Additional information: I have been a student, parent, and wife to a dedicated school employee during my association with the Olivet Community Schools. Although the road has been bumpy at times, my journey through the years of this bond have been rewarding and satisfying. I have met many wonderful people along the way. I look forward to many more positive experiences during my tenure on the Board of Education.