Hi! My name is Bridgette Wickard. My husband David and I have two children, Brantley (4th) and Easton who is 4 years old, as well as two dogs, Pete & Louis. I have been an educator for 17 years with my most recent position as a 504 Coordinator. In my free time I enjoy camping with my family, hiking, spending time with my family and friends, watching Brantley wrestle, play football, and baseball, and relaxing at the beach.

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Hi, my name is Erica Lounder. I am the assistant to the President of the SMPTO. I have 3 kids, Max (3rd grade), Ava (K), and Maddy who is 3. I have been a stay at home mom, but recently returned to work as a Medical Social Worker at UPMC. I enjoy traveling and anything outdoors, as well as some quite time with a good book. As a family we enjoy being outdoors and the kids have taken a particular interest in swimming.

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Hi! my name is Janelle Cekovich. My husband Jamie and I have two children, Kinley (5th grade) and Gunner (2nd grade), as well as our dog, Ruger. I am currently a stay at home Mom and help run our small business. In my free time I enjoy camping, hiking, reading a good pook, spending time with my family and friends, and watching my kiddos sports (basketball, baseball, and gymnastics).

Hello! My name is Colby Kraemer. This will be my first year serving on the SMPTO board as a Co-VP of Iron Forge, where my daughter Ellie (3rd grade) will be staring this year! I work part time in IT as a contractor for the Navy. In my spare time I enjoy going for walks with my almost 10 year old golden, Crosby, spending time with my daughter and husband, Brian, reading or listening to a good book or podcast, doing crafts, baking, playing board games and cards, and organizing anything I can find!

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Hi, my name is Sheri Bock and I am the co-vice president at Rice Elementary. I am a stay at home mom with 4 kids, Owen (7th grade), Tanner (5th grade), Colton (3nd grade) and Rylinn (1st grade). I coach swimming for SMSC as well as on the board for the SMYBA association.

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Hi! I am Emily Kremski. My husband, Jeremy, and I have 3 children. Virginia is in 5th grade, Beau is in 2nd grade, and Ian is in Kindergarten. Prior to joining the SMPTO Executive Board, I served for 9 years on the Bubbler Foundation. With all 3 of our children in school this year, I will miss our adventures, but plan to spend my time volunteering and discovering what new hobbies interest me!

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Hi! My name is Courtney Burke. My husband, Andrew, and I have two children, Lillian (2nd grade) and Lena (Kindergarten) as well as a dog and two cats. I work full time as an analyst and creating data visualizations. I enjoy traveling and creating memories with friends and family.

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My name is Victoria (Torie) Christen. I have a 3rd grader and kindergartener. I work as a real estate accounts payable analyst and am the co-owner of Philadelphia Steaks and Hoagies Harrisburg. My girls are both in dance and enjoy soccer. I am a die-hard Steelers fan and enjoy sports, in general.

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Hi! My name is Katherine Schwenn. My fiance, Nathan, and I have a blended family of 3 children, Landon (3rd grade) and boy-girl twins, Owen and Eve (2nd grade), who attend a different school district. We have an 11 year old cockatiel named Henry. I work full time as an Industrial Engineer managing capital projects. I enjoy volunteering in the schools and helping to bring fun and engaging activities for all children to participate in. I love arts and crafts, listening to audio books, and taking walks.

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