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, 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 & Interim Treasurer, 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!

Greg Fondran, Vice President, 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.

BETH STEELE RADISEK, Past President, Class of 1983

Education:

• The Ohio State University

Euclid Schools Attended: Euclid High School

Brittany Baker, 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.

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.

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.

Christopher Papouras, Class of 1986, ex-officio

Current Job: Superintendent, Euclid City Schools

Education:

• Miami University, BA, History and Political Science

• Cleveland State University, MEd, Administration & Leadership

Euclid Schools Attended: Glenbrook, Euclid Central Middle School, and Euclid High School

Favorite High School Activities: Wrestling

Why you decided to join the board: I'm proud of our school district!

Advisory Board

Ken Ferlito, Class of 1981

Current Job: Coordinator of State and Federal Programs, Euclid City Schools

Education:

• The Ohio State University, BA, Music Education

• Kent State University, MA, School Administration

Euclid Schools Attended: Wells, Forest Park Junior High, and Euclid High School

Favorite High School Activities: Big Show and Choir

Why you decided to join the board: I'm interested in Euclid and the schools!

JAMES TUSOCH, CLASS OF 2004

Current Job: Financial Consultant, Fidelity Investments

Education:

• Ursuline College

Euclid Schools Attended: Euclid High School

Tony Basalla, EHS 2001, Euclid Schools Foundation President

Committees

Alumni & Member Relations

• Chair: Jessica Oslund Walters

• Brittany Baker

• Rosemarie Schulz Wright

• David Jeffries

• James Tusoch

Memorabilia

• Chair: Greg Fondran

• Roy Pignatiello, Class of 1972

• Sue Drienka, Class of 1983