Board of Directors

The Lupine Community Montessori Charter School is organized as a nonprofit organization under the laws of Oregon and under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.

As such, the School is managed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for strategic planning, school policy, financial oversight, ensuring the organization adheres to ethical and legal standards, and ensuring compliance with the Charter Agreement between the School and the Gresham-Barlow School District.

Additionally, the Board hires the Executive Director to develop the programs and carry out the School’s day-to-day operations. The Executive Director attends all Board meetings as an ex-officio member, reports on school operation and submits strategic recommendations.

Public Meetings

Board meeting dates and agendas are posted on the master School Calendar. Our parent community and the public are welcome to attend all meetings. All board activities are strictly subject to the State of Oregon’s open meeting and public records laws.

View School Calendar

If you would like to request time to speak at an upcoming meeting or submit an item for review, please contact the Chair of the Board of Directors.

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Verelle Tomford

Secretary

Biography

Board Position: 3
First Appointed: 
Term Expires:

Verelle is the Board Secretary for LCMCS and brings more than 15 years of experience in graphic design, including a decade running her own studio. She partners with mission‑driven organizations to create thoughtful visual identities, digital and print collateral, and engaging presentations.

Her work with major brands, environmental nonprofits, and small businesses reflects her strengths in detail‑oriented execution, organized project management, and collaborative problem‑solving — all of which contribute to effective board governance.

Outside of her professional duties, Verelle enjoys snowboarding, cycling and painting, and is passionate about making high-quality preschool accessible and affordable for all families. She also enjoys traveling with her husband and two children, both LCMCS students.

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Contact the Board

To send a message directly to all board officers or request an update on board-level activities, write to our shared email address:

Email the Entire Board

School Administration Support

Office & Operations
For daily schedules, enrollment, and general questions:
• School Front Desk: info@lcmcs.org

• Interim Executive Director:
Virginia Rogers vrogers@lcmcs.org

Classrooms & Learning
For academic tracking, curriculum, and student development tracking:
• Director of Education: jwyld@lcmcs.org