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Board
Member

David R. Moulton (District I) was elected to the Board in 2008 and began serving in 2009. Moulton graduated from Weber State College in 1985 with a bachelor's degree in economics. He is married to the former Amy Hawkins, who attended Lafayette schools and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1981. They have a son who graduated from JHS in 2017. Moulton's work history includes experience in commercial and retail banking, commercial insurance sales and managing a family owned civil engineering business. He is currently self-employed as a private investor. Moulton can be reached at 474-9771 or by email:  dave@deeppowderllc.com
           
Term Expires: December 31, 2024

Board
Member

Brent Clemenz (District III) was appointed to the Board of Trustees and began serving June 8, 2015. Clemenz graduated from Purdue University with degrees in psychology and history and earned a master’s degree in social work from IUPUI in 2002. He has been employed by Valley Oaks Health for 33 years, currently working in administration as the Senior Director of Clinical Services for Tippecanoe County. Brent and his wife, Suzanne, have three sons, all of whom are Jefferson High School graduates. The Clemenz family attends Trinity United Methodist Church in Lafayette. Clemenz can be reached at 765-426-4195 or via email at bclemenz@lsc.k12.in.us
           
Term Expires: December 31, 2026

Board
President

 

Robert M. Stwalley III, Ph.D., P.E. (District II) was elected to the board in 2002 and began serving in January 2003. Dr. Stwalley graduated in mechanical engineering and agricultural & biological engineering from Purdue University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Indiana, Illinois and Georgia. Dr. Stwalley is a professor of agricultural & biological engineering at Purdue University. He is a consulting engineer in private practice and is very active in promoting the increased effectiveness of American public school Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education. In addition to his educational work, Dr. Stwalley works professionally in the renewable energy and resources area and in engineering issues related to property transfer. He is married to Dr. Carol S. Stwalley, and they have four children, all of whom graduated from JHS and Purdue. He can be reached at 742-7483 at work; 742-5089 at home, or by email: bstwalley@yahoo.com 
           
Term Expires: December 31, 2026

Member at-large

Ebony Barrett (at-large) was appointed to the Board of Trustees on Nov. 13, 2023. Barrett graduated from Purdue University with a degree in communications and has a certificate in DEI Leadership from Indiana University. Barrett is also a certified cultural intelligence (CQ) facilitator. Currently serving as a DEI Consultant at IU Health, Barrett also manages a family owned business, Executive Management Consulting Group, and is on the board of directors for Barrett Enterprises Inc. Their multifaceted roles reflect a dedication to both corporate success and family legacy. Previously, Barrett held the position of director of marketing and engagement at the United Way of Greater Lafayette. Their professional experience extends to education as a former cheerleading coach at Tecumseh Jr. High and a JAG specialist at Oakland Academy, as well as an LSC substitute teacher. Barrett is married to Tyler Crum, a Jefferson High School counselor. Barrett is also a proud parent of one LSC graduate and two current JHS students. Beyond their professional and family commitments, Barrett is deeply engaged in community service. They serve on the board at the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette and act as an advisor to the board at the Hanna Center. Additionally, they dedicate their time to mentoring through MatchBOX's Spark program, which aims to promote minority entrepreneurship. Barrett's passion for music is another facet of their rich life. Having traveled across the USA and internationally for performances, including a USO tour, they currently take the lead as the singer for the local band Ebony and the Ruckus. Their belief in the unifying power of music aligns with their broader commitment to bringing people together. Barrett can be reached via email: ebarrett@lsc.k12.in.us
           
Term Expires: December 31, 2024

Board
Vice President

Julie Peretin (District V) was appointed to the Board on Feb. 13, 2023. She grew up in the southwest corner of Tippecanoe County and is a graduate of McCutcheon High School. She attended Purdue before transferring to Calvin College (philosophy) in Grand Rapids, Mich. She stayed home with her three children for eight years. She is employed as a professional practice programs administrator at Purdue. Two of her children are students at Murdock Elementary School. She has been involved in many community organizations, including the Greater Lafayette Holocaust Remembrance Conference Committee, Tippecanoe County Extension Homemakers, Montessori School of Greater Lafayette and the Lafayette Children's Choir. She and her children are active members of St. John's Episcopal Church. She may be reached by email: jcperetin@lsc.k12.in.us
           
Term Expires: December 31, 2024

Steve Bultinck

Board
 Secretary

Stephen Bultinck (District D) served 14 years on the board and was reappointed to a seat in April 2024. He was born and raised in Mishawaka, graduating from Marian High School in 1974, and he earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Manchester College (University) in 1978. Bultinck is married to Cheryl Murray, a 1975 graduate of Jefferson High School. They have four children and six grandchildren.  Bultinck is active in the community, serving as past president and current board member of the Tippecanoe County Public Library, president of LARA, treasurer of the Friends of Downtown, Inc., co-founder of the Mosey Down Main Street festivals, treasurer of the Almost Home Humane Society, treasurer of the Grow Local Community Gardens Project, treasurer of the Community Christmas Day Dinner Committee, and works with various Veterans' group projects. He is presently retired after a nearly 40-year career in the commercial banking industry. He can be reached at 765-430-2325 or email: sjbultinck33@gmail.com.

Term Expires: December 31, 2026

Chuck Hockema

Board
Member

Charles (Chuck) Hockema (District VII) began his term on Jan. 20, 2023. He (class of 1959) and his five children are all graduates of Jefferson High School. Hockema joined the U.S. Army and served as a cryptograher. After an honorable discharge, he worked as the manager of Cedar Crest Motel and Restaurant and as a regional representative for a local food and snack distribution company. He was a licensed agent for BMA Health and Life Insurance Co. and director of environmental services for St. Elizabeth Medical Center. He served as chairperson for the Christian Values Committee. He was a companion caregiver for Camp Bluebird Adult Cancer Camp. He was featured on the cover of IEHA (International Executive Housekeepers Assoc.) magazine. For 10 years prior to retirement, he was the director of ES, Safety and Mission with a Lafayette continuing care retirement center. He retired at 67 to care for his wife during her 12 years with Alzheimer's disease; she died after 57 years of marriage. He is the author of two published books of poetry and a third book of real-life experiences. Hockema is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He may be reached by email: chockema@lsc.k12.in.us

Term Expires: December 31, 2026