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Board of Directors 2004-2005

President

Dr. Warren L. Spurlin, has 45 years of experience in public and private education. He has degrees in administration from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University and a Doctorate in curriculum development and supervision from Wayne State University. Warren has been a classroom teacher, counselor, middle and high school principal, director of secondary education, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, superintendent, and Dean of graduate school of education at the University of Sarasota.

Vice President

Bob Pearman, after serving in the Army Security Agency and moving to Florida, Bob attained his Fl. Real Estate Broker, Insurance and General Contractor licenses. He has also acquired his FAA Commercial and Flight Instructor licenses for both glider and power aircraft. Besides instructing flight students from 8 to 70 yrs old, he spent a few years a s a glider aerobatics air show performer. He has worked with expectant parents teaching the Lamaze method of childbirth. He even helped deliver a few! While actively involved in the business world, in his leisure time he enjoys flying, sailing, scuba diving and his time spent with the students at IVMS.

Secretary/Treasurer

Kindra Muntz has coordinated projects in medical research, city planning, and industry. She spent 18 years in management at General Electric Company, and received their Managerial Award in 1990. Kindra spearheaded the purchase of land for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice and, with Kym Elder, for Island Village Montessori School. Kindra serves as the church liaison to the City and County in the effort to complete Edmondson Road. Kindra is a past member of the New England Speakers Association and the National Speakers Association. She has a B.A. in English from Harvard University.

Members

Whelma Thompson has her early childhood certification from the American Montessori Society. Whelma has been a Montessori teacher for close to 10 years. She moved to the United States from St. Kitts in the Caribbean. Whelma also recently completed a Masters program in elementary education. She is currently on the faculty of New Gate School.

Ron Renna, has his certification in educational leadership and has been a principal in Florida for many years. Formerly, Ron served as the Florida director for ABS School Services. He currently has his own consulting business helping charter schools as a grant writer. Ron brings years of experience helping charter schools get off the ground all over the State of Florida.

Staff Representative

To be determined for 2007-2008

Parent Representative

To be determined for 2007-2008

   

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