Our Leadership
The Euclid Public Schools Alumni Association is a volunteer-run organization.
Interested in becoming a Trustee or getting more involved with the Association?
Michelle Connavino, Executive Director, Class of 2004
Current Job: Deputy Director & Chief of Staff, PRE4CLE
Education:
Ohio University, BA, Middle Childhood Education
Teachers College Columbia University, MA, Education Leadership Policy and Politics
Euclid Schools Attended: Upson, Thomas Jefferson, Central Middle School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Varsity Chorale, Big Show, Diving, and Cheerleading
Why you decided to join the board: Euclid Schools prepared me to be successful and set me on my career path to care about education and social justice. I want to give back to the district and help other alumni connect back to the schools.
Board of Trustees
Jessica Oslund Walters, President, Class of 2004
Current Job: President & CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Cleveland
Education:
Case Western Reserve University, BA, English
Euclid Schools Attended: Upson, Thomas Jefferson, Central Middle School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Key Club and Marching Band
Why you decided to join the board: I was excited for the opportunity to use my nonprofit leadership skills to support Euclid and my fellow Euclid Alumni!
Brittany Baker, VICE PRESIDENT, Class of 2007
Current Job: IT Corporate Recruiter, Prudential Financial
Education:
Wright State University, BA, Psychology
Ohio University, MBA
Euclid Schools Attended: Glenbrook, Forest Park, Central Middle School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Euclid Marching Band, Drumline Battles, Sporting Events, and Drill Team
Why you decided to join the board: My plan is to engage and connect with alumni with a goal of strengthening the alumni network presence in the Euclid community.
Ross Salupo, Treasurer, Class of 2003
Current Job: Data & Technology Consultant
Education:
Case Western Reserve University, BA, Mathematics
Euclid Schools Attended: Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Marching Band, Jazz Band, Pep Band, Big Show Pit
Why you decided to join the board: I’ve always been proud to come from Euclid. The teachers, classmates, and experiences I had during my time at Euclid Schools helped build a strong foundation for my life and career. I joined the board as a way to give back to a community that means so much to me.
Joyce Bukovac, Secretary, Class of 1986
Current Job: Math Instructional Specialist
Education:
Kent State University - BS, Math Education
Cleveland State University - MA, Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Mathematics
Euclid Schools Attended: Noble, Shore Junior High School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Cross-Country, Class Cabinet, and Spirits
Why you decided to join the board: I joined the Board because I love Euclid and am deeply grateful for the education, educators, and classmates that helped shape who I am today. I want to give back to the schools and community that gave me so much and help keep that Euclid pride alive for future generations.
Greg Fondran, Class of 1983
Current Job: Command Center Watch Stander, U.S. Coast Guard
Education:
Columbia University, BA, Urban Studies
Euclid Schools Attended: Wells, Forest Park, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Football, Basketball, Track and Field
Why you decided to join the board: To facilitate the camaraderie and networking of fellow Alumni who share their love for the Euclid Schools, to benefit past, present and future Alumni in unique and important ways.
Anna Sudar Jeffries, Class of 2005
Current Job: Public Information Officer, Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Education:
Ohio University, BS, Journalism
Euclid Schools Attended: Lincoln, Forest Park, Central Middle School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Swimming, The Survey (writer and editor), and Key Club
Why you decided to join the board: I owe a lot to the Euclid Schools and wanted to give back. With some of the virtual opportunities that COVID has brought to light, I was excited to be able to participate remotely.
David Jeffries, Class of 2007
Current Job: Operations Manager, Ohio HD
Education:
Ohio University, BS, Communication with a focus in Video Production. Minor in Information Telecommunication Systems
Euclid Schools Attended: Upson, Forest Park, Central Middle School, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Big Show, Varsity Chorale, Forte, Choral Masters, AV Club, and Swimming
Why you decided to join the board: I decided to join the board to help further grow the network of talented Euclid alumni. With a strong alumni network, members can create new personal and professional relationships and give current students a path to a strong professional network right out of high school.
Lauren Miheli, Class of 2000
Current Job: Stay at Home Mom
Education:
Kent State University, BS, Conservation Biology
Euclid Schools Attended: Roosevelt and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Fall Play and Voices of New Life Choir
Why you decided to join the board: I decided to join the board after leading the planning committee for my 25th class reunion and seeing what a great opportunity alumni events provide for building and strengthening community.
Gayle Svetin Raia, Class of 1970
Current Job: Retired Teacher
Education:
Bowling Green State University, BS, Education
Ashland College, MA, Education, Curriculum & Instruction
Euclid Schools Attended: Roosevelt, Central, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Student Council
Why you decided to join the board: Euclid has always been dear to my heart. I was impressed with the new leadership of this association. I wanted to contribute my knowledge and network of the community through my many years of teaching in the Euclid District. I would like to encourage the younger alumni of Euclid to join and participate in the Euclid Alumni Association.
Rosemarie Schulz Wright, Class of 1960
Current Job: Retired, Associated Estates Corporation
Education:
Hillsdale College
Euclid Schools Attended: Central Elementary, Central Junior High, and Euclid High School
Favorite High School Activities: Marching Band, Concert Band, and Big Show
Why you decided to join the board: I wanted to be a part of the association's revitalization alongside a team of remarkable graduates.