Nicole Bigg Director of Communications
As a high school student, I served as a student representative on the first large-scale district assessment the Center conducted. It was a testing ground for the ideas and standards that eventually framed the Standard-Bearer School District Network. This was my first exposure to Phil's writing and also to the organization that supported him. I was instantly enamored of both. After college I was able to reconnect with the Center and join the staff.
When I joined the staff in 1999, my primary responsibility was to provide technical assistance to both our staff and our client networks. In those days, our use of technology was limited and we spent a considerable amount of time making the case for networking. It is amazing to see the way our thinking has changed over time and how our associates and clients have begun to embrace new technologies. My current focus has shifted to communications; in this role I continue to work on the use of social networking tools with our clients, but I also work to ensure that all forms of Schlechty Center communication—website, slideshows, tools—speak to educators, parents, and community members who want something different for their students.
Our Support Team
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Darlene Settles Production Manager
I began working here in 1995. I work as the production manager, ensuring all of our conference and on-site materials are of high quality... Meet Darlene
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Diane Chambers Administrative Assistant
The staff’s dedication to children’s school experiences is inspiring. My role is to exemplify that dedication... Meet Diane
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Jennifer Schlechty Director of Technology
I have a passion for using technology to bring people together—to share ideas, to communicate. I'm passionate about the world as a grand society... Meet Jennifer
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Joanie Wimsatt Graphic Designer
As a graphic designer I work with our senior associates to create the materials they use each day with teachers, principals, and district leaders... Meet Joanie
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John Pasikowski Event Manager
I came to work here after spending eight years in the hotel industry. My experience taught me the value of humility and attention to detail... Meet John
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Kim Vidrine Editor
I came to work at the Schlechty Center after 15 years as a teacher, librarian, and literacy coach in public schools. Very early on, I felt... Meet Kim
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Nicole Bigg Director of Communications
As a high school student, I served as a student representative on the first large-scale district assessment the Center conducted. It was... Meet Nicole
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Shanna Rucker Controller
I came to work at the Schlechty Center as a staff accountant employed by the Center's accounting and auditing firm. Having come from the... Meet Shanna
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Tena Lutz Conference Coordinator
I was involved with the Schlechty Center even before it was created. I met Phil in 1984 when I was an employee working in the area of personnel... Meet Tena
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Vanessa Pfeiffer Assistant to Controller
In my work with clients, my goal is to provide them with the best possible experience; I consider each conversation an opportunity... Meet Vanessa