Services, A-Z
The How We Help: Our Services A-Z publication is an overview of RESA provided services and programs. The document also contains a staff directory and department guide.
Our Services
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Academy Authorization and Oversite
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Academy Business Services
Amanda Melkert, Academy Business Manager455-4064
melkert.amanda@sccresa.org
Academy of Style at TEC
Student-operated salon open to the public. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 12–4 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Part of the Cosmetology program at TEC.
Bethany Koski, Senior Instructor
455-4338
koski.bethany@sccresa.org
Accounting – General
Amanda Melkert, Accounting Manager
455-4064
melkert.amanda@sccresa.org
Accounts Payable
Patty Armstrong, Accounts Payable
455-4061
armstrong.patty@sccresa.org
Accounts Receivable
Lynn Butterworth, Accounts Receivable
455-4060
butterworth.lynn@sccresa.org
Affordable Healthcare Act and Equal Employment*
Get information about complying with these regulations.
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Alternative Education
The Virtual Learning Academy offers students who have dropped out of or been expelled from traditional high school the opportunity to earn their diploma online. The program is also available to young people who have been homeschooled.
Joshua Everitt, VLA Principal
455-4480
everitt.joshua@sccresa.org
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)*
Get information about complying with these regulations.
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Ancillary Support Staff
Behavior, Physical And Occupational Therapists, Teacher Consultants
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana@sccresa.org
Arbitration and Mediation
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Attendance Issues
Ari McCoy, Truancy Interventionist
455-4146
mccoy.ariana@sccresa.org
Audiological Services
Hearing tests are offered at Woodland Developmental Center to young people via referrals.
Jennifer Lee, Audiologist
455-4356
lee.jennifer@sccresa.org
Autism Support
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Automotive Technology Program
at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Brian Hunter, Instructor
455-4276
hunter.brian@sccresa.org
Jason Belfinger, Instructor
455-4277
belfinger.jason@sccresa.org
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Behavior Intervention Services
RESA consultants offer support to address student behavior issues.
Laurie Agosta, Intervention Consultant
455-4377
agosta.laurie@sccresa.org
Ann Marie Dusenberry, Intervention Consultant
455-4047
dusenberry.annmarie@sccresa.org
Renee Hanna-Beaker, Intervention Consultant
455-4070
hanna-beaker.renee@sccresa.org
Lisa Koehn, Intervention Consultant
455-4071
koehn.lisa@sccresa.org
Chelsea Laurencelle, Intervention Consultant
455-4069
laurencelle.chelsea@sccresa.org
Danielle Richard, Intervention Consultant
455-4058
richard.danielle@sccresa.org
Beth Kivel, Behavior Technician
kivel.beth@sccresa.org
Shelby Petersen, Behavior Technician
petersen.shelby@sccresa.org
Joe Zima, Behavior Consultant and Professional Development Coordinator
455-4045
zima.joe@sccresa.org
Benefits
RESA coordinates employee benefits for RESA employees. It also provides contracted services as negotiated.
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Bi-Tech
RESA’s financial information system is available to local school districts.
Heather Campbell, FIS Project Manager
455-4137
campbell.heather@sccresa.org
Blue Water College Access Network (BWCAN)
BWCAN offers workshops, counselors and other supports for students planning their next step after high school, and their families.
Nick Beaudry, Supervisor of Career and College Programs
455-4261
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org
Blue Water Middle College Academy
Incoming juniors at one of five participating high schools in St. Clair County are eligible to enroll in the Blue Water Middle College. Students can earn up to an associate degree at no charge through SC4.
Matt Ruiz, Director
989-5805
ruiz.matthew@sccresa.org
Board Policies and Procedure Development
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Bullying Policies*
RESA’s Legal Services Department provides up-to-date information on a range of legal issues.
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Bus Driver Training (CDL)
RESA receives a state grant to train school bus drivers in the county.
Lisa Meredith, RESA Coordinator of Transportation
455-4382
meredith.lisa@sccresa.org
Business Services
The Business Office oversees financial matters at RESA. It also provides contracted services to local school districts and public agencies as negotiated.
Tracy Recor, Business Services Director
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
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Career and College Readiness
Pat Yanik, Director of Career-Technical Education
455-4216
yanik.pat@sccresa.org
Rachel Verschaeve, Supervisor of Innovation and Design Thinking
455-4004
verschaeve.rachel@sccresa.org
Career and Technical Education
In addition to career-technical training at St. Clair TEC, RESA works with local school districts to promote CTE programming at the district level.
Lesley Murphy, Career-Technical Education Principal
455-4226
murphy.lesley@sccresa.org
Career Assessment for High School Students
Pat Yanik, Director of Career-Technical Education
455-4216
yanik.pat@sccresa.org
Catering/Food Services
RESA offers catering services to local districts for special events.
Kellie Strenk, Lead Caterer
455-4289
strenk.kellie@sccresa.org
Charter Schools/Public School Academies
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Childcare Information
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
Child Custody Issues
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Civil Rights Reporting
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Classroom 4 the Future
RESA staff offer research to districts about choosing furniture best suited for 21st Century learning.
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Classroom Design
Rachel Verschaeve, Supervisor of Innovation and Design Thinking
455-4004
verschaeve.rachel@sccresa.org
COBRA Insurance*
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Coding for Students
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
College Access and Advisers
RESA works with advisers at county high schools who help students get into college.
Nick Beaudry, Blue Water College Access Network (BWCAN) Supervisor of Career and College Programs
455-4261
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org
Collision Repair Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Michael Parks, Instructor
455-4273
parks.michael@sccresa.org
Common Core
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Communications/Graphics
RESA offers a range of services designed to help districts better communicate to internal and external audiences.
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@sccresa.org
Communications with Business Managers
Tracy Recor, Director of Business Services
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
Community Baby Shower (Expectant Parents)
This annual event in March for expectant families offers information on topics important to the well-being of new babies. Workshops are offered on such topics as growth and development, healthy foods and nutrition, preterm labor, child safety, and play.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Compliance Monitor for Family Medical Leave
Act (FMLA), American with Disabilities Act (ADA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Affordable Healthcare Act & Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)*
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Computer Programming at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Danielle Fair, Instructor
455-4285
fair.danielle@sccresa.org
Bobie Jones, Instructor
455-4285
jones.bobie@sccresa.org
Construction Trades Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Ken Sygit, Instructor
455-4281
sygit.ken@sccresa.org
Consultant Services
Science, Math, ELA, ELL,Education Technology
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Contract Negotiations
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Contract and Service Agreements
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Contractual Opportunities (Fee-Based
Additional Services for Schools, Agencies,
Non-Profits)
Brenda Tenniswood, Superintendent
455-4035
tenniswood.brenda@sccresa.org
Cosmetology Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Susan Colman, Instructor
455-4335
colman.susan@sccresa.org
Bethany Koski, Senior Instructor
455-4338
koski.bethany@sccresa.org
Alecia Klein, Senior Instructor
455-4339
klein.alecia@sccresa.org
County Resource Symposium
At this event, school personnel can learn about the various resources available in St. Clair County to assist their students and families.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
Culinary Arts Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Katlin Pfropper, Instructor
455-4294
pfropper.katlin@sccresa.org
Curriculum and Instructional Support
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Cybersecurity (TEC Support by IT Students)
This student-operated service is open to the public. Internal RESA employees should contact the Helpdesk for support.
Daniel Johnson, Instructor
455-4301
johnson.daniel@sccresa.org
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Data Center Operations and Storage
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Data Warehouse Support (Student Assessment)
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Kristin Day, Supervisor of Educational Technology
455-4007
day.kristin@sccresa.org
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Erin Miller, Teacher Consultant for Deaf/Hard of Hearing
455-4054
miller.erin@sccresa.org
Design 4 the Future
This is a concept that encapsulates RESA’s overarching commitment to student achievement.
Brenda Tenniswood, Superintendent
455-4036
tenniswood.brenda@sccresa.org
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Destiny Library Management
Destiny is the school library management system for K–12 schools used countywide.
Virginia Ramsey, Project Manager
455-4132
ramsey.virginia@sccresa.org
Developmental Delays and Guidelines
(Early Childhood)
Services are offered to the families of children ages 0-5.
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Developmentally Disabled Education Services*
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Digital Media Production
RESA offers production services relating to video and audio.
Susan Rutkofske, Digital Media Production Supervisor
455-4149
rutkofske.susan@sccresa.org
Digital Media Technology Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Ann Frederick, Instructor
455-4295
frederick.ann@sccresa.org
Disability Insurance
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Distinguished Teacher Award
RESA honors individual teachers who demonstrate excellence in the classroom.
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
District Legal Assistance
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
The Imagination Library program provides free books to children ages 0-5.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
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E-Rate (Universal Service Fund)
Tracy Recor, Business Services Director
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
Early Childhood Advocacy and Initiatives
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Early Childhood Lending Library
The Great Start to Quality Resource Center Lending Library materials are available in St. Clair County for parents and early childhood professionals at no cost.
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Early Childhood Professional Development
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Early Childhood Conference
This one-day event offers workshops on a variety of topics including literacy, cultural sensitivity, challenging behavior, kindergarten readiness, and more. Open to childcare providers, preschool teachers and assistants, elementary teachers, caregivers, and parents of children ages 0-8.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccres.org
Early Childhood Services
RESA’s Early Childhood Services Department coordinates a range of services for families with children 0-5.
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Early Literacy Support
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Early On*
Michigan’s system of coordinating early intervention services for children birth to age 3 who may have a developmental delay or a medical condition that could lead to delay.
Stacy Thomas, Early On Coordinator
455-4398
thomas.stacy@sccresa.org
Educational Law - Interpretation & Direction
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Education & Early Childhood Development Programs at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Tom Koehler, Instructor
810-455-4246
koehler.tom@sccresa.org
Education Services
The Education Services Department provides expertise and support in issues relating to curriculum and the classroom.
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Education Strategies
RESA offers strategic planning services to districts upon their request.
Brenda Tenniswood, Superintendent
455-4035
tenniswood.brenda@sccresa.org
Education Technology Consulting
RESA consultants offer up-to-date information on how to effectively use the latest in classroom technology.
Kristin Day, Supervisor of Educational Technology
455-4007
day.kristin@sccresa.org
Rachel Verschaeve, Supervisor of Innovation and Design Thinking
455-4004
verschaeve.rachel@sccresa.org
Educator Evaluation*
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
ELA Consulting
RESA’s teacher consultants provide best-practice professional development on site.
Jennifer Evans, Supervisor of Elementary ELA Instruction
455-4016
evans.jennifer@sccresa.org
Miranda Meleski, Supervisor of Elementary ELA Instruction
455-4014
meleski.miranda@sccresa.org
Emergency Management - Emergency Operations Planning
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Employee Benefit Fiscal Coordination
Tracy Recor, Director of Business Services
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
Employment & Employee Compensation
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Employment Law, Policy, Regulation,
and Compliance
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Employer-Based Programs
Training opportunities in career areas that are less-than-class-size and not available at the St. Clair TEC facility (example: Small Engine Repair).
Brad Gudme, School-to-Work Coordinator
455-4306
gudme.brad@sccresa.org
Melissa Holstine, School-to-Work Coordinator
455-4258
holstine.melissa@sccresa.org
Kim Miller, School-to-Work Coordinator
455-4221
miller.kim@sccresa.org
Jana Simpson, School-to-Work Coordinator
455-4180
simpson.jana@sccresa.org
Engineering and Robotics Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Melissa Todaro, Instructor
455-4303
todaro.melissa@sccresa.org
Environmental Education
RESA’s Pine River Nature Center offers hands-on environmental education opportunities.
Sarah Nelson, Pine River Nature Center Coordinator
455-4160
nelson.sarah@sccresa.org
Expulsions, Student Discipline & Suspensions
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
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Facilities and Grounds
Russ Witherspoon, Supervisor
455-4151
witherspoon.russ@sccresa.org
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Family Friendly Business Award
The St. Clair County Great Start Collaborative recognizes businesses, agencies or organizations that encourage and support children and families.
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)*
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Federal and State Regulatory Requirements*
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Fiber Optic Network Management
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Field trips (Pine River Nature Center)
Sarah Nelson, Pine River Nature Center Coordinator
455-4160
nelson.sarah@sccresa.org
Financial Information Systems
(Bi-Tech)
RESA’s financial information system is available to local school districts.
Heather Campbell, Project Manager
455-4137
campbell.heather@sccresa.org
Fingerprinting and Background Checking*
RESA provides this service to meet state requirements for all school employees.
Diane Hurttgam, Fingerprinting Coordinator
455-4051
hurttgam.diane@sccresa.org
Food Services/Catering
RESA offers catering services to local districts for special events.
Kellie Strenk, Lead Caterer
455-4289
strenk.kellie@sccresa.org
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Compliance*
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
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Grant Fiscal Management
Jackelyn Kennealy, Grant Manager
455-4039
kennealy.jackelyn@sccresa.org
Grant Resources
RESA shares grant resources and opportunities with local districts.
Kris Murphy, Administrative Operations Supervisor
455-4035
murphy.kris@sccresa.org
Graphic Design
RESA offers design services to local districts, providing unique solutions to communications problems.
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@sccresa.org
Great Start Collaborative
Coalition, Home Visiting, and Early Learning Groups
RESA coordinates the collaborative which provides support to families with children ages 0-5.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
Great Start Home Visits (Ages 0–5)
Home visits with a parent educator are offered through the Great Start Home Visiting program.
Jennifer Gunderson, Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Vacant, Home Visiting Parent Educator
Great Start Parent Coalition
The Parent Coalition advocates for early childhood programming.
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)*
RESA coordinates GSRP programs across the county. GSRP is Michigan’s state-funded preschool program for 4-year-old children.
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
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Health Careers Programs at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Deanna Kaufman, Instructor
455-4299
kaufman.deanna@sccresa.org
Kami Peters, Instructor
455-4298
peters.kami@sccresa.org
Health Insurance
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow St. Clair County connects families to community resources to help children thrive, including parent support, child care and preschool, developmental information, and home visiting programs.
Shannon Baker, Help Me Grow Care Coordinator
455-4009
baker.shannon@sccresa.org
Helpdesk (Information Technology Needs)
RESA provides technical support to all RESA employees, as well as districts which contract with RESA for support.
Helpdesk
455-1006
helpdesk@sccresa.org
Home Schooling
RESA offers information on options available to families who are home-schooling.
Kris Murphy, Administrative Operations Supervisor
455-4035
murphy.kris@sccresa.org
Homeless Student Assistance Program*
RESA helps local districts meet federal requirements to aid students with housing issues.
Laura McDowell, Coordinator
455-4022
mcdowell.laura@sccresa.org
HOSA
An organization for students in the healthcare field, formerly known as Health Occupations Students of America.
Kim Miller, Health School-to-Work Coordinator
455-4221
miller.kim@sccresa.org
Human Resources
RESA’s Human Resources Department addresses personnel issues internally and provides contracted services externally.
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
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Illuminate
This student information system software is designed for Special Education.
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Illuminate DNA
This software is designed for student assessment data management.
Kristin Day, Supervisor of Educational Technology
455-4007
day.kristin@sccresa.org
Imagination Library
The Imagination Library program provides free books to children ages 0-5.
Riley Alley, Great Start Collaborative Coordinator
455-4397
alley.riley@sccresa.org
Individualized Education Program (IEP)*
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written education plan designed to meet a child’s learning needs.
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Industry Certification
RESA coordinates with a number of professional certification agencies on behalf of TEC students.
Lesley Murphy, Career-Technical Education Principal
455-4226
murphy.lesley@sccresa.org
Information Technology Services
RESA’s Information Technology Department provides computer-related services and Internet infrastructure internally and contracted services externally.
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Internet Services
RESA’s Information Technology Department maintains the network that allows Internet access to county schools, county libraries, and other sites.
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Instructional Best Practices
RESA consultants offer current information on best practices in the classroom.
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Instructional Coaching
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Instructional Leadership
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
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Kindergarten Transition/Readiness
RESA offers information and services designed to help children 0-5 be prepared to start school.
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
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Labor and Employment Issues
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Leadership Networks and Development
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
LearnON
LearnON provides high school students across St. Clair County with easier access to an expanded range of online classes offered through a cooperative effort​ among the county’s seven public school districts, St. Clair County RESA and Michigan Virtual School. The classes are taught by local teachers, and administered by local educators.
Kristin Day, Educational Technology Consultant
455-4007
day.kristin@sccresa.org
Legal Information/
Presentations/Litigation
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Legal Services
RESA’s Legal Services Department provides expertise on legal issues relating to schools, school personnel, and education-related issues. It assists in legal matters and can provide research and legal opinions.
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Legislative Initiatives and Liaison
RESA offers current information on educational matters in Lansing.
Brenda Tenniswood, Superintendent
455-4035
tenniswood.brenda@sccresa.org
Lending Library & Activity Bins
(ages 0-5)
The Great Start to Quality Resource Center Lending Library materials are available in St. Clair County for parents and early childhood professionals at no cost.
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Library Information Management (Destiny)
Destiny is the school library management system for K–12 schools used countywide.
Virginia Ramsey, Project Manager
455-4132
ramsey.virginia@sccresa.org
Litigation
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
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Maintenance/Custodians
Russ Witherspoon, Supervisor
455-4151
witherspoon.russ@sccresa.org
Marketing
RESA offers consulting services to local districts seeking to better communicate with the community.
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@sccresa.org
Math Consulting K-8
RESA’s teacher consultants provide best-practice professional development on site.
Laura Chambless, Supervisor of Elementary Math and Science Instruction
455-4005
chambless.laura@sccresa.org
Media Relations
RESA advises local districts on ways to better communicate with the community.
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@scccresa.org
Medicaid Billing*
Toni Uppleger, Medicaid and Data Systems
455-4041
uppleger.toni@sccresa.org
Metal Machining Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Duane Emig, Instructor
455-4304
emig.duane@sccresa.org
MI Bright Future
MI Bright Future is a partnership working to integrate career planning with the existing educational development planning process and career awareness and readiness strategies in the K-12 school system.
Pat Yanik, Director of Career-Technical Education
455-4216
yanik.pat@sccresa.org
MI STEM Programs
Laura Chambless, Supervisor of Elementary Math and Science Instruction
455-4005
chambless.laura@sccresa.org
Michigan Online Educator Certification System
(MOECS)*
Kim Balk, Legal Administrative Assistant
455-4056
balk.kim@sccresa.org
Michigan School for the Deaf*
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Middle School Innovation Academy
RESA offers enrichment opportunities for county middle school students.
Rachel Verschaeve, Supervisor of Innovation and Design Thinking
455-4004
verschaeve.rachel@sccresa.org
Mobility Opportunities Via Education/Experience
(MOVE)
Deborah Lawniczak, SXI Teacher at Woodland
455-4418
lawniczak.deborah@sccresa.org
Multi-Tiered System of Supports
Joe Zima, Behavior Specialist and Professional Development Coordinator
455-4055
zima.joe@sccresa.org
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
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National Technical Honor Society
This is an honor society for outstanding career and technical education students.
Lane Robinson, Case Manager TEC
455-4229
robinson.lane@sccresa.org
Network Communications
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Next Generation Science Standards
Laura Chambless, Supervisor of Elementary Math and Science Instruction
455-4005
chambless.laura@sccresa.org
Minna Turrell, Supervisor of Secondary Science Instruction
455-4003
turrell.minna@sccresa.org
Next STEP Program
(18-26 year old students)
This program offers skill development to young adults who have completed high school, but not earned a diploma.
Scott Ceglarek, Next STEP Program Coordinator
989-5719
ceglarek.scott@sccresa.org
Nursing Services
RESA offers fee-based nursing services to St. Clair County school districts on health issues such as management of students with diabetes, asthma, and severe food allergies, medication administration, and first aid/immunization management.
O
Office of Retirement Services (ORS)*
The ORS administers retirement programs for Michigan’s state employees and public school employees.
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Online Learning
RESA offers information about online learning.
Kristin Day, Supervisor of Educational Technology
455-4007
day.kristin@sccresa.org
Orientation and Mobility Services
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
meldrum.robin@sccresa.org
P Q R
P
Parent Advisory Committee for Special
Education
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Parent Coalition, Great Start
The Parent Coalition advocates for early childhood programming.
Jennifer Gunderson, Great Start Parent Liaison
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Payroll Services
Keli Wilson, Payroll Specialist
455-4066
wilson.keli@sccresa.org
Personnel
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Physical Therapy Services
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Pine River Nature Center
RESA owns and operates this 90-acre site, which includes trails and classroom facilities.
Sarah Nelson, Operations Coordinator
455-4160
nelson.sarah@sccresa.org
Monique Werner, Environmental Educator
455-4161
werner.monique@sccresa.org
Playgroups (Ages 0-5)
Jennifer Gunderson, Parent Liaison/Home Visiting Parent Educator
455-4443
gunderson.jennifer@sccresa.org
Vacant, Home Visiting Parent Educator
Positive Behavior Interventions and Support
Joe Zima, Behavior Specialist and Professional Development Coordinator
455-4055
zima.joe@sccresa.org
Preschool Programs & Scholarships
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Professional Development (Early Childhood Education)
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Professional Development (General Education)
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Professional Development (Special Education)
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Program Quality Assessment*
Becky Gorinac, Director of Early Childhood Services
455-4037
gorinac.becky@sccresa.org
Project Find*
Project Find helps individuals, parents, and people who work with families to connect with special educational services that may be needed.
Stacy Thomas, Early On Coordinator
455-4398
thomas.stacy@sccresa.org
Psychological and Evaluation Services
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Pupil Accounting
Crystal McCormick, Auditor
455-4077
mccormick.crystal@sccresa.org
Q
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Recruiting Personnel
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Registry of Educational Personnel Reporting (REP)*
The REP is used by public school districts and nonpublic schools to submit personnel information to the state of Michigan.
Kim Balk, Legal Administrative Assistant
455-4056
balk.kim@sccresa.org
Restorative Justice Guidance
Joe Zima, Behavior Specialist and Professional Development Coordinator
455-4045
zima.joe@sccresa.org
Retirement
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Robotics
See Engineering and Robotics, one of 12 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Melissa Todaro, Instructor
455-4303
todaro.melissa@sccresa.org
S
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Safety and Wellness
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
St. Clair County Technical Education Center
(TEC)
RESA operates TEC, which offers 14 career and technical education programs to high school juniors and seniors at no cost to families or local districts.
Lesley Murphy, Career-Technical Education Principal
455-4226
murphy.lesley@sccresa.org
SAT Resources
RESA offers workshops and information on SAT testing via the Blue Water College Access Network.
Nick Beaudry, Blue Water College Access Network (BWCAN) Supervisor of Career and College Programs
455-4261
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org
School-to-Work Services
Deb Roshak, Assistant Director of CTE
455-4225
roshak.deb@sccresa.org
School Code Interpretation and Compliance*
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
School Financing
RESA offers information on Lansing initiatives affecting school finances.
Brenda Tenniswood, Superintendent
455-4035
tenniswood.brenda@sccresa.org
School Improvement
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
School Policies and Procedures
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
School Safety Initiative - Juvenile Petitions
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Schools of Choice
Tami Sly, Administrative Assistant
455-4001
sly.tami@sccresa.org
Science Consulting
RESA’s teacher experts provide best-practice professional development on site.
Laura Chambless, Supervisor of Elementary Math and Science Instruction
455-4005
chambless.laura@sccresa.org
Minna Turrell, Supervisor of Secondary Science Instruction
455-4003
turrell.minna@sccrresa.org
Scouting Programs at the Pine River Nature Center
Monique Werner, Assistant Coordinator
455-4161
werner.monique@sccresa.org
Seclusion and Restraint Guidance
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Section 504*
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Server Hosting
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Service Agreements - Development and Maintenance
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Sign Language Interpreters
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
SkillsUSA
This career and technical student organization is affiliated with a national organization that offers annual skills competitions.
Tom Koehler
455-4246
koehler.tom@sccresa.org
Skyward (Student Information Systems)
RESA provides support and training to districts using its student information system.
Virginia Ramsey, Project Manager
455-4132
ramsey.virginia@sccresa.org
Social Media
RESA offers consulting services to local districts seeking to better communicate with the community.
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@sccresa.org
Special Education Accounting
Linda Sikora, Accounting Coordinator
455-4042
sikora.linda@sccresa.org
Special Education Complaints*
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
meldrum.robin@sccresa.org
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Special Education Compliance, Planning and Accountability*
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
meldrum.robin@sccresa.org
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Special Education Data Systems
Toni Uppleger, SIS, Medicaid, Certification
455-4041
uppleger.toni@sccresa.org
Special Education Grants
Linda Sikora, Accounting Coordinator
455-4042
sikora.linda@sccresa.org
Special Education Legislation
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Special Education Questions and Referrals
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
meldrum.robin@sccresa.org
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Special Education Services
RESA’s Special Education Department coordinates a range of services countywide to students with special needs.
Deana Tuczek, Director of Special Education
455-4044
tuczek.deana @sccresa.org
Special Education Transportation Cost Accounting
Tracy Recor, Director of Business Services
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
START Grant
Renee Hanna-Beaker, Intervention Specialist
455-4070
hanna-beaker.renee@sccresa.org
State and Federal Programs
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
State and Federal Regulatory Requirements
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECH)*
Carrie Brickner, Professional Services Support
455-4011
brickner.carrie@sccresa.org
State Curriculum Standards
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
Strategic Planning
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and
Communications Coordinator
455-4032
steinborn.lisa@sccresa.org
Structured Cable Infrastructure Management
Steven Tenniswood, Director of Information Technology
455-4121
tenniswood.steven@sccresa.org
Student Absences/Tardiness
Ari McCoy, Truancy Interventionist
455-4146
mccoy.ariana@sccresa.org
Student Discipline (Suspensions/Expulsions)
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Student Information Systems (Skyward)
RESA provides support and training to districts using its student information system.
Virginia Ramsey, Project Manager
455-4132
ramsey.virginia@sccresa.org
Student Rights
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
meldrum.robin@sccresa.org
Britt Pionk, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4039
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
Substitute Teacher Certification
Nikki Sygit, Benefits Coordinator
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
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Transparency Reporting
Tracy Recor, Director of Business & Finance
455-4067
recor.tracy@sccresa.org
Transportation Services
(Special Education)
Lisa Meredith, RESA Coordinator of Transportation
455-4382
meredith.lisa@sccresa.org
Tri-Share
Tri-Share is an innovative program designed to improve access to affordable, quality child care by sharing the cost between the employee, the employer, and the state of Michigan.
Kylie Griner, Early Childhood Services Administrative Assistant
455-4087
griner.kylie@sccresa.org
Truancy Intervention
Ari McCoy, Truancy Interventionist
455-4146
mccoy.ariana@sccresa.org
Twenty-First (21st) Century Learning
Sarah Neal, Director of Education Services
455-4002
neal.sarah@sccresa.org
U
Unemployment Benefits*
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Union Contract Negotiations
Jean Sturtridge, Director of Legal Services
455-4055
sturtridge.jean@sccresa.org
V
Video Production
RESA offers production services relating to video.
Chad Kubic, Digital Media Production Supervisor
455-
@sccresa.org
Virtual Learning Academy
The RESA-chartered VLA helps students ages 16-22 who have dropped out or been expelled the opportunity to earn a high school diploma.
Joshua Everitt, Principal
455-4025
everitt.joshua@sccresa.org
Visually Impaired Support
Robin Meldrum, Coordinator of Compliance, Planning, and Accountability
455-4046
pionk.britt@sccresa.org
W X Y Z
W
Website Management
Lisa Steinborn, Strategic Planning and Communications Coordinator
455-4032
Welding Technology Program at TEC
One of 14 career and technical education programs available to high school juniors and seniors.
Becca Robertson, Instructor
455-4308
robertson.becca@sccresa.org
Woodland Developmental Center
Woodland provides educational services to young people with developmental disabilities up to age 26.
Natalie Adair, Principal
455-4376
adair.natalie@scccresa.org
Rose Paterson, Assistant Principal
455-4375
paterson.rose@sccresa.org
Workers Compensation*
Nikki Sygit, Human Resources Manager
455-4052
sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Work-Based Learning
Scott Ceglarek, Next STEP Program Coordinator
989-5719
ceglarek,scott@sccresa.org
WorkKeys
ACT WorkKeys is a job skills assessment system that offers the national career readiness certificate. This credential documents essential work skills, specifically: Applied math, locating information, and reading for information.
Bill Saunders, Assistant Director CTE
455-4301
saunders.bill@sccresa.org
X
Xello
A career development and job search resource.
Deb Roshak, Assistant Director of CTE
455-4225
roshak.deb@sccresa.org
Y
Young Author’s Conference
Jennifer Evans, Supervisor of Elementary ELA Instruction
455-4016
evans.jennifer@sccresa.org
Z