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Board of Directors

Douglas ESD is governed by a seven-member elected Board of Directors who serve 4-year terms. Five members are elected from zones and two are elected to at-large positions. Directors are not compensated for their services.
Professional photo of board member Mike Keizer in front of blue background

Mike Keizer

Board Chair
Zone 4 | Board member since 2017
Term expires June 30, 2025
Professional photo of board member Harry McDermott in front of grey background

Harry McDermott

Board Vice Chair
Zone 2 | Board member since 2001
Term expires June 30, 2025
Professional photo of board member Tom Dole

Tom Dole

Zone 1
Board member sine 2023
Term Expires June 30, 2027
Professional photo of board member Gayl Bowser in front of cream background

Gayl Bowser

Zone 3
Board member since 2021
Term expires June 30, 2027
Professional photo of board member Anita Cox

Anita Cox

Zone 5
Board member since 2013
Term Expires June 30, 2025
Professional photo of board member Gina Stewart

Gina Stewart

At Large, Position 1
Board member since 2017
Term Expires June 30, 2025
Professional photo of board member Barbara Crawford

Barbara Crawford

At Large, Position 2
Board member since 2023
Term expires June 30, 2027

Board of Directors Resources

Board Policies

View the Douglas ESD Board Policies.

Board Policies

Schedule

View upcoming meeting dates, times, and location.

2024-25 Meeting Schedule

Board Meetings

View the Douglas ESD board meeting minutes.

Douglas ESD Board Book

Meeting Videos

View video of Board of Directors Meetings.

Meeting Videos

Board Goals

Goal 1: Purpose of ESDs
Douglas ESD will provide leadership and increased capacity in early learning, behavioral intervention, career technical education, K12, post-secondary education, and to support the region in meeting the ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) goals.
 
Goal 2: Local Service Plan
Douglas ESD will support the shared goals of district superintendents, expand service offerings through the Local Service Plan to meet those goals, and continue to provide services to improve school district efficiencies.
 
Goal 3: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Douglas ESD will lead and increase capacity in the region in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in its hiring, operation, and commitment to serving marginalized and underserved people.
 
Goal 4: Expansion & Entrepreneurial
Douglas ESD will be a leader in Douglas County and beyond for contracts and initiatives as well as partnerships relating to student learning, wellbeing, and school district support.
 
Goal 5: Communication
Douglas ESD will increase visibility and knowledge of services available throughout the broader regional community.