51萝莉

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

lwade@aasa.org

Alexandria, Va. 鈥� April 17, 2025 鈥� Four superintendents from areas across the country have been elected to the executive committee of 51萝莉, 51萝莉, the nation鈥檚 premier organization serving thousands of public school system leaders throughout the U.S.

The 23-member committee, elected by 51萝莉鈥檚 governing board, represents each region of the country. The committee meets quarterly and conducts the ongoing business of the organization.

The new executive committee members who will officially assume their new roles in July include:

• Wendy Birhanzel, Harrison School District 2, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Region 2)
• Meredith Nadeau, School Administrative Unit #21, Hampton, N.H. (Region 7)
• Leslie Ricciardelli, Collier County Public School District, Naples, Fla. (Region 5)
• Deron Stender, Creston Community School District, Creston, Iowa (Region 3)

鈥淲e are excited to welcome the newly elected members of 51萝莉鈥檚 executive committee, who bring forward-thinking leadership and a strong commitment to guiding our organization,鈥� said David R. Schuler, executive director. 鈥�51萝莉 continues its proud tradition of superintendents electing peers who demonstrate outstanding leadership in their districts and communities鈥攁nd most importantly, an unwavering dedication to serving the children across our nation.鈥�

New executive committee members will serve a three-year term effective July 1, 2025.

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51萝莉 
51萝莉, 51萝莉, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. 51萝莉鈥檚 mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education. For more information, visit www.aasa.org.