Treasurer
jsteele@swest.k12.in.us
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Board of Education
The Southwest School Corporation Board of Education members are elected to serve as leaders and advocates for public education and student achievement.
Jacque Steele
Jon Bobbitt
President
jbobbit@swest.k12.in.us
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JERRY WILSON
Member
jwilson@swest.k12.in.us
Mr. Wilson currently serves as the President of the SWSC Board of Education.
He has dedicated 20+ years to serving the Southwest School Corporation as a board member.
BIO:
Crop Adjuster for NAU
Farmer
USPS, retired
EDUCATION:
Sullivan High School
MILITARY SERVICE:
United States Air Force, 1969-1973
Aircraft Mechanic
HOBBIES:
IU athletics, gardening, and Disney family vacations
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Sullivan First Christian Church
FAMILY:
Wife: Claudia
Daughters: Jill Nichols (Steve) and Kyla Nichols (Ben)
Grandchildren: Shaelie, Braedon, Nora and Wilson
“I appreciate the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of administrators, faculty and staff who strive to provide the absolute best education for our students," said Mr. Wilson. "I truly believe the SWSC slogan, 'We are the Best. We are Southwest!"
Detrich Harris
Member
dharris@swest.k12.in.us
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Detrich completed her primary and secondary education within the SWSC. Detrich practiced Dental Hygiene for 23 years, she now works for the Department of Child Services as a Residential Licensing Specialist. Detrich helps ensure Residential facilities housing our youth are following Indiana code, licensing regulations, contractual obligations, and most importantly keeping our children safe.
EDUCATION:
Carlisle Elementary/Jr High School
Sullivan High School, Class of 1989
Indiana University School of Dentistry (IUSD)
Bachelor of Science in Public Health Dental Hygiene
FAMILY:
Son: Gabriel Harris
Parents: Arthur and Marita Harris
“As a School Board member, I am committed to advocating for our students, parents, teachers, school staff, and community members. I welcome the opportunity to be your “voice” and “listen” to the hopes and dreams you have for our schools. I will help establish, adopt, review, and monitor policies and systems currently in place, ensuring accountability. I will do my best to help our students learn and grow.”
MIKE ESLINGER
Vice President
meslinger@swest.k12.in.us
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Mr. Eslinger is currently serving his first term as a general board member. Mr.
Eslinger is a 25 year veteran and holds the rank of Major with the Indiana State Police. He is responsible for field operations in the Southern half of Indiana, which includes approximately 500 Troopers and Detectives in 8 Districts.
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Rockville High School, Parke County.
Indiana State University, B.S. in Criminology
Indiana State Police Recruit School
HOBBIES:
Coaching softball, Hunting, Fishing, and watching his daughters’ sporting events.
FAMILY:
Wife: Dr. Kathryn Springer, Attorney and Psychologist
Daughters: Rachel and Olivia
“We are fortunate to have such a quality school corporation and I have really enjoyed getting to learn more about the educational process. I want to provide support to the staff of the Southwest School Corporation so they we can continue to provide students with the best opportunities to succeed.”