Governance
Our dedicated Board of Directors provide oversight and help us by:
- Formulating key policies and strategic goals
- Helping evaluate and manage risk
- Reviewing annual budgets, financials and evaluating operations
- Encouraging identification, forecasting and planning for both financial and program supports
Board members are volunteers and are not compensated for service.
Meet the Board
Pictured from left:
Paul Schandel, Secretary; Jennifer Overley, Vice Chair; Catherine Twyman, Quality Committee Chair;
John Birney, Interim Chair; Dr. Shane Carter, Treasurer
Michele Autorino
Sharlene Barhoo
John Birney
Dona Butler
Shane Carter, DC
Steven Civitelli
Carol Court
Andy Dance
Sandra Emery
John Endara
Bev Johnson
Janine Killmer
Donald O’Brien
Jennifer Overley
Glynne Pascal
Pat Patterson
Piroska Pazaurek
Charles Puckett
Desiree Rybinski
Dmitriy Shevchenko
Robert Snyder
Paul Schandel
Roger Thayer, MD
Catherine Twyman
Valerie Uy
Standing Committees
Executive Committee
This committee reviews overall strategies and operations of the Coalition, making decisions on behalf of the Board when needed and acting as the overall leadership for the Coalition.
The Executive Committee meets on the 3rd Monday at noon of August, October, December, January, March, May, and June.
Quality Committee
This committee provides oversight on program quality of early learning opportunities, including the measurement of current quality, activities to improve quality, and review of Office of Early Learning initiatives for Voluntary Prekindergarten and School Readiness early learning programs. The Quality Committee also collaborates with child care providers to help educate parents on the importance of skill building.
This committee meets at 9 AM on the second Thursday in January, March, May, June, August, and October.
Finance Committee
This committee provides financial oversight for the organization, including budgeting and financial planning, contract compliance, financial reporting and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies.
The Finance Committee meets in January, April, July, and October.
Special Committees
Review Hearing Committee
This committee meets to review disputes made by providers against action taken by the Coalition pursuant to the terms of the Statewide School Readiness and VPK Provider Contracts.
Family Engagement Committee
The Family Engagement Committee works to strengthen families, giving them a platform to be heard. This committee also fosters educational interactions and quality of child care within our community.
Community Engagement Committee
This committee advises on and assists in reaching community members to build relationships and increase marketing efforts.
Bylaws Committee
Offers advice and modifies corporate by-laws and Articles of Incorporation.
Legislative Committee
This committee advises on appropriate responses to possible legislative and regulatory developments affecting Florida’s early learning environment.
Fundraising Committee
This committee assists ELCFV staff in fundraising efforts, including planning and implementing fundraising events.
Operations Committee
The Operations Committee recommends effective and efficient changes to operational functions support quality and programmatic activities in manners.
Upcoming Meetings
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2nd Annual Mermaids & Pirates & Seafood, Oh My! 10:00 am 2nd Annual Mermaids & Pirates & Seafood, Oh My! Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Come by the Riverwalk Park in Port Orange on Feb 25th, 2023 for the Mermaids & Pirates & Seafood, Oh my! This annual event will feature Mermaids from Paradise Mermaids, Pirates, Seafood Food Trucks and amazing vendors, crafters, artisans, Dj by Pozzyvibes, and more. Fun family event that is free to attend. Come dressed up as your favorite pirate or mermaid and join the fun. | ||||||
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Join the Board
The makeup of the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia Counties, Inc. Board is identified by Florida State Legislation. The board is made up of 15-30 members with representation from both Flagler and Volusia Counties. The Governor of the State of Florida appoints the Chair and two other board members. To apply for a governor-appointed position, please apply online at http://www.flgov.com/appointments. Additional members are comprised of public and private sector representatives.
Board meetings take place:
- Six (6) times per year on the 4th Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. in January, March, May, June, August, and October
- Locations vary (check schedule)
- Open to public participation (encouraged)
- Board Members are required to:
- Attend regular meetings
- Participate in committees
- Develop core knowledge of and keep current on trends in early childhood development, School Readiness (SR) and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)
If you are interested in becoming a board member or would like more information, please contact DJ Lebo, Chief Executive Officer at (386) 323-2400 ext. 3350 or djlebo@elcfv.org
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Sunshine Law
Early Learning Coalitions follow The Florida Government in the Sunshine Law, which prohibits discussion outside a duly noticed meeting between any two or more Board members about any topics that may come before the Board. Communications made or received by Board or staff members are considered public records that must be retained and made available upon request.