Our School Board
The West Chester Area School District Board of Directors works to ensure the success of our students by guiding the district’s policies, budgeting, and long-term goals. The nine elected members represent three voting regions and are committed to fostering a high-quality educational environment for all students.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting district policies
- Approving the annual budget
- Overseeing the Superintendent
- Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
Engage with the Board
The Board is dedicated to fostering meaningful connections with the community and encourages active participation from students, families, and residents. Here’s how you can engage with the board:
- Attend Meetings: School Board meetings are open to the public and offer an opportunity to stay informed about district initiatives, policy decisions, and budget planning. Meetings are held in-person at the Spellman Education Center and live-streamed on the WCASD YouTube Channel.
- Public Comment: Share your thoughts or concerns during designated public comment periods at board meetings. This is your chance to have your voice heard on issues impacting the district.
- Committee Participation: Explore the work of board committees, which focus on areas like teaching and learning, finance, policy, and personnel. Committees welcome public attendance and feedback.
- Direct Communication: Contact individual board members or the board secretary with specific questions or ideas.
Meet the Board
Jewell Parkinson
Region 1, term expires December 2025
Katy Frey
Region 1, term expires December 2027
Alex Christy
Region 1, term expires December 2027
Stacey Whomsley
Region 3, term expires December 2025
Dr. Laura Detre
Region 3, term expires December 2025
Karen Fleming
President Region 2, term expires December 2025
Gary Bevilacqua
Vice President Region 3, term expires December 2027
Dr. Karen Herrmann
Region 2, term expires December 2027
Daryl Durnell
Region 2, term expires December 2027
Contact Information
For questions or accommodations, contact:
Linda Cherashore
Board Secretary
Phone: 484-266-1018 | Email: lcherashore@wcasd.net