Governance

FAIS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Trustees that does not represent a particular interest group, government or church agency.

The Board oversees the financial management of the School, engages in long-range planning and sets school policy. The daily management and operation of the School is the sole responsibility of the Head of School. The Board of Trustees comprises both parent members and community members who serve a term of three years and no more than two consecutive terms.

Board of Trustees Current Members

Ken Rhodes, Chair

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Occupation

President, TVT Video Technologies, Inc.

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I want to make sure the School is as brilliant for future students as it's been for my children."

Ursula Garcia, Secretary

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Occupation

Human Resources Partner, Intel Corporation

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I believe in contributing positively wherever I can to the community, families and individuals I come into contact with. FAIS is an incredibly important part of our family's life, and we value the hard work and dedication of so many individuals who make the School great."

Diane Haughton, Treasurer; Finance Committee Chair

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Occupation

Sr. Program Manager

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because FAIS has provided an incredible and unique educational and social environment for our children for the past four years. Serving on the FAIS Board of Trustees enables me to utilize the skills developed over 20+ years in a variety of corporate roles toward the betterment of an institution which has great personal value and meaning to my family."

Alex Herzberg

Alex Herzberg

Occupation

Orthopedic Surgeon, OHSU

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"to contribute back to the FAIS community that has provided so much for my children: a wonderful education, a great group of friends, and a nurturing culture."

Jennifer Huffstetler, Strategic Marketing Committee Chair

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Occupation

Director Integrated Datacenter Marketing, Intel Corporation

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I want to contribute to the evolution of FAIS to ensure the benefits of bilingualism and international education continue to enhance the greater community."

Laura Hunter, Capital Campaign Steering Committee Chair

Laura Hunter

Occupation

Managing Editor, World Journal of Surgery

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I have a strong dedication to the School and its mission. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to give a little extra of myself to help continue the excellence of FAIS in international education"

Matt Litwin

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Occupation

Managing Director, Greycourt & Co.

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because my family and I are enthusiastic supporters of the School's mission.  I am grateful for the opportunity to help FAIS continue to grow in a thoughtful and well-planned manner that provides the best educational opportunities for current and future students."

Kim Marcus

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Occupation

Principal, Geologist; Shaw Environmental & Infrastructure Group

Michael Mauro

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Occupation

Associate Professor, Knight Cancer Institute Center for Hematologic Malignancies, Oregon Health & Science University

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"as a parent representative driven by the universal passion of all parents at FAIS, to ensure the best education for our children. Serving on the Board is an opportunity to give back to the School, to be a representative for all parents-- a sounding board and conduit for feedback and concerns-- with a mission to better the quality of education and experience of our children. As John F. Kennedy said, 'our children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future.' "

Diana Stepleton

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Occupation

Director of Sales and Marketing, Ruby Receptionists

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I wanted to make a difference and give back to an incredible organization that has inspired my children, fostered their well-being, enabled them to thrive, and helped shape their future."

Tamara Still, Endowment Committee Chair

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Occupation

Musician

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I love our school community; I am an educator, and I enjoy helping facilitate the education of our children; I have a long history of involvement with private institutions; I wish to serve our greater community by supporting the work that FAIS does to educate our children and create the next generation of actively involved citizens."

Donna Swan

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Occupation

Wife, mother, grandparent and retired teacher

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I am hopeful that my twenty-five years as a classroom teacher and part-time college instructor will benefit the School.  As a member from outside the community (although I have been graciously welcomed), I have a different perspective to offer. I look forward to continuing responsibilities on the Board and meeting more of the FAIS community members."

Elisabeth Zeller

Elisabeth Zeller

Occupation

Senior Finance Manager, Intel Corp; Finance and Operations Manager, Intel Foundation

I chose to be on the FAIS Board of Trustees

"because I wanted to give back to a community that I'm proud to be a part of and that is enriching our daughter's life. My background in nonprofit and foundation management and my corporate finance experience were skills that the Board was seeking, and I'm honored to have been asked to serve."