Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today appointed Maryanne McMahon to the State Board of Education, effective immediately. McMahon will fill the vacancy created by the departure of Sarah O’Brien. McMahon will serve the remainder of O’Brien’s four-year term, which expires on June 30, 2019.
“Throughout her career as an educator, Maryanne McMahon has distinguished herself as an innovative leader who works hard advancing the best interests of students, families and teachers,” said Governor Pence. “In her new role with the State Board of Education, I know she will continue her pattern of public service for the good of all Hoosiers.”
For 17 years, McMahon has worked for the Avon Community School Corporation in Hendricks County in various administrative posts. Most recently, she has served as assistant superintendent – a role in which she secured math and science partnership grants with Purdue University worth more than $500,000, helped lead an efficiency task force that saved the district $350,000 and spearheaded efforts to give greater voice to parents through the Avon Parent Partnership Committee. Previously, McMahon worked for Decatur Township Schools in Marion County as a classroom teacher, assistant principal and consultant for staff development in the areas of curriculum and instruction. McMahon earned undergraduate, education specialist and doctoral degrees from Indiana State University. She also holds a master’s degree from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis and an administrative certification from Butler University.
In addition, Governor Pence made the following appointments to various boards and commissions:
Indiana State Commission on Aging
Margaret B. Smith [Marion County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Dr. Duan L. Pierce [Marion County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules Board
Darrell R. Wisner [Hendricks County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Community and Home Options to Institutional Care for the Elderly and Disabled Board – CHOICE
Elizabeth A. Schoenfeld [Hendricks County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
State Board of Dentistry
Dr. Annette J. Williamson [Lake County], appointed to serve a three-year term beginning September 20, 2016 through September 19, 2019
Dr. Roger D. Sheline [Elkhart County], appointed to serve a three-year term beginning September 20, 2016 through September 19, 2019
Dr. Gregory A. Berger [Dubois County], appointed to serve a three-year term beginning September 20, 2016 through September 19, 2019
Indiana Dietitians Certification Board
Dr. C. Kurt Alexander [Delaware County], reappointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Indiana Election Commission
Zachary E. Klutz [Allen County], reappointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2018
Emergency Medical Services Commission
Stephen P. Champion [Bartholomew County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Indiana Gaming Commission
Jane M. Saxon [Hamilton County], appointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Indiana State Historical Records Advisory Board
John J. Newman [Franklin County], reappointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Indiana Horse Racing Commission
Gregory A. Schenkel [Marion County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Insurance Producer Education & Continuing Education Advisory Council
John E. Sullivan [Johnson County], appointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Invasive Species Council
Heather L. Reynolds [Monroe County], reappointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Indiana Land Resources Council
Tom E. Slater [Vigo County], appointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Midwifery Committee
Dr. Alan L. Wagoner [Clinton County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Indiana School for the Deaf Board
Ann E. Reifel [Marion County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Indiana State Board of Nursing
Kim D. Cooper [Vigo County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Physical Therapy Committee
Deborah A. Reed [Perry County], reappointed to serve a three-year term through September 15, 2019
Indiana State Trauma Care Committee
Dr. Stephanie A. Savage [Marion County], appointed to serve at the pleasure of the Governor
White River State Park Development Commission
James L. Isch [Hamilton County], reappointed to serve a four-year term through September 15, 2020
Thomas E. Wheeler, II [Boone County], appointed to complete an unexpired four-year term through December 31, 2016
