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About the Board of Education

The Board of Education (BOE) serves as a guiding body, ensuring that every student has access to high-quality learning opportunities. Our members work collaboratively to set educational goals, adopt policies, oversee budgets, and support the superintendent. Engaging with the community and focusing on student achievement allows the BOE to help shape each district’s vision.

BOE Members

Charles Bessette, President 2027 Area 2

Charles Bessette

President 2027 Area 2

Charles Davis III, Vice President 2025 Area 7

Charles Davis III

Vice President 2025 Area 7

Scott E. Payne, District Superintendent/CEO

Scott E. Payne

District Superintendent/CEO

Colleen Jimerson, Executive Assistant to the District Superintendent/District Clerk

Colleen Jimerson

Executive Assistant to the District Superintendent/District Clerk

Brian Perkins, 2025 Area 1

Brian Perkins

2025 Area 1

Dr. Ralph Kerr, 2025 Area 3

Dr. Ralph Kerr

2025 Area 3

Candace Clemens, 2026 Area 4

Candace Clemens

2026 Area 4

Andrew Caya, 2027 Area 5

Andrew Caya

2027 Area 5

Michael Conroy, 2027 Area 6

Michael Conroy

2027 Area 6

Dale Colton, 2025 Area 8

Dale Colton

2025 Area 8

Danielle O'Connor, 2026 Area 9

Danielle O’Connor

2026 Area 9

Student Board Members

Emilee Dempsey

CTE Center at Belmont

Cameron Mendell

CTE Center at Ellicottville