The Andes Central School District will join districts across the state to thank school board members for their leadership and service to our local school district and community during South Dakota School Board Recognition Week from February 18-22.

“This is a great opportunity to recognize our school board for their dedication to our children and our community,” Superintendent Debera Lucas said.

The men and women serving the District are: Debbra Houseman, Board Chairperson; Terry Svatos, Board Vice-Chair; Will Bennett, member; Tammy Swanson, member; Gene Longe, member; Nicki Gray, member; and Kristin Dvorak, member.

This group is responsible for setting the vision of and goals for the district and strives to provide a quality education for our students. The school board also hires quality educators, adopts policies and evaluates progress while always keeping the best interests of our students in mind.

During School Board Recognition Week, the Andes Central School District invites students, staff and community members to take part in thanking its school board members for planting the seeds of success.

“As elected leaders, school board members serve as the link between the school and community members,” Superintendent Lucas said. “They work tirelessly for our students, staff and community."