Board of Trustees


Churchill Center & School is a not-for-profit institution governed by a Board of Trustees that is responsible for the policies and finances of the school.

The Churchill Board of Trustees is comprised of current parents, past parents, alumni, and community leaders who are elected by members of the board. Members serve three-year terms and may be elected to a second term, but may not serve three terms consecutively.

The Head of School is employed by the Board and is responsible for carrying out policies in the day-to-day operation of the school. These responsibilities include hiring all personnel as well as determining student placements, teacher assignments, facility utilization, and curriculum.

The Board has several standing committees, which work on behalf of the entire Board to meet the current and future needs of the school. These committees include: Buildings and Grounds, Development, Executive, Finance, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, and Committee on Trustees.

Churchill Celebrates 40 Years!

2024-2025 Board of Trustees

  • Matt Courtney, President
  • Jeff Todt, Vice President
  • Zachary Kratofil, Treasurer
  • Julie Stanley, Secretary
  • Theresa Ackermann
  • Preston Amos
  • Cori Christiansen
  • Mara Clayton
  • Brian Dull
  • Phyllis A. Hartrich
  • Sarah McDaniel
  • David Meyers
  • Danny Orthwein
  • Jaclyn Pollnow
  • Will Rassieur
  • Nancy Robinson
  • Sarah Roche
  • Rebecca Schulz
  • Matt Totterdale
  • Lisa Walshauser
  • Brian Witherspoon
  • Raina McNutt, President – Parents Association
  • Daniel Fredman, President – Alumni Association

Honorary Life Members

  • Mrs. Perry Streett, Founder
  • Mrs. Bonnie Summers Wolfarth, Founder
  • Ms. Sandra K. Gilligan, Founding Director Emeritus

Ex-Officio Members

  • Anne Evers, Head of School
  • Rachel Flavin, Director of Finance
  • Christina Weyers, Director of Advancement

Contact Us to Learn More

For questions or more information about Churchill Center & School, contact us online or give us a call at 314-997-4343.

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