Chairperson

Joe Drotos: Parent Member

joe.drotos@greatexpectationsschool.com

Joe Drotos is a parent of 2 kids at GES. When not parenting he works as a software developer.

Term Ends: 2028

Vice Chairperson

Andrea Orest: Parent Member

andrea.orest@greatexpectationsschool.com

507-696-3995

Andrea Orest is a parent board member of 3 children at GES.  She works for Cook County Public Health as a Prevention Specialist/Public Health Educator. 
Term Ends: 2026

 

Secretary

Suzy Schweig: Educator seat. 2 year term

suzy.schweig@greatexpectationsschool.com

218-370-0215

Suzy moved to Grand Marais from St. Louis, Missouri 25 years ago and quickly found community among a group of parents working to start what would become Great Expectations School. That early connection sparked a lasting commitment to the school and its mission.

Suzy brings 38 years of experience in education, including 14 years teaching at a progressive independent school prior to moving north and 24 years at GES. In addition to her work in the classroom, she spent 11 years as a wilderness ranger in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, an experience that continues to shape her appreciation for this beautiful region.

Suzy is seeking to return to the GES Board after several years away because she cares deeply about the continued success of the school and the strong relationships that make it such a special place. She believes a thriving school is built on connection, collaboration, and a shared commitment to students and families.

Term Ends: 2027

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Treasurer

Sara McManus: Parent Member

sara.mcmanus@greatexpectationsschool.com
218-387-4537

Sara is a parent board member at GES. She has served on the board since 2021 and is also part of the Finance Committee. She has one child attending GES.
Term Ends: 2027​​

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Member At Large

Sarah Einreich : Community Member

sarah.einreich@greatexpectationsschool.com

Sarah is new to the community and hoping to support the GES values and mission.

Term Ends: 2028

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Board Committees:

Personnel: Rachael Lehman, Andrea Orest

Board Development: Joe Drotos, Andrea Orest

Finance: Sara McManus, Beth Ferry, Yafa Napadensky, Mike Carlson

*Board Committees meet at Work Meetings.  Additional meetings will be posted a minimum of 3 days prior to the meeting.