Board of Education Members / BOE Members Biography

DEANNA LOTHROP, PRESIDENT

Deanna has been a resident of Chaumont since 1996 and a school board member since 2006. She is currently employed at Jefferson Community College as the Director for the Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP), and is also an adjunct instructor for Early Childhood Education for SUNY Potsdam’s graduate program. Deanna previously worked at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES for 10 years and worked in the early childhood field since 1982. Deanna holds a Bachelor’s degree from Empire State College, a Master’s degree from SUNY Potsdam and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Leadership from SUNY Oswego. Deanna is a founding member of the Lyme Community Foundation, a member of the Jeff-Lewis Teacher Center Board and New Day Children’s Center Board. Deanna lives in Chaumont with her husband, Jerri. They have three children, Ashley (class of ‘07), Joshua (class of ‘09), and Cody (class of ‘16). She also has three grandchildren, all of whom will be attending Lyme Central in the future.

KATHY GARDNER, VICE PRESIDENT

Hi, my name is Kathy Gardner and my family and I have lived in

Chaumont since 2008. Our daughters graduated from Lyme, they

enjoyed the small school atmosphere and the close knit community.

I enjoy being a board member and being involved with the school

and community. I attend as many school functions as possible.

I have a niece and 2 nephews that currently attend Lyme. I take

my role as a Board of Education member very seriously, and want

only the best for all of the students, faculty, and staff of Lyme

Central.

LYNN REICHERT, MEMBER

I have been honored to serve as a Board Member for Lyme Central School since 2009. I feel my knowledge of disabilities and special education, plus my advocacy skills, are an asset to the board. The needs of the children in our district is my top priority. I have lived in Chaumont for 24 years and was a summer resident for ten years prior to that. I have five amazing children who I adore, three currently attending Lyme Central School, and two who previously graduated from Lyme Central School. I am currently employed at Samaritan Medical Center as a registered nurse (RN) working on the inpatient metal health floor. I look forward to the opportunity of serving our community in the best way possible.

                   RAY McINTOSH, MEMBER

                  Hello, my name is Ray McIntosh. I graduated from General Brown,

and have lived here in Chaumont for 29 years. I’m married with two

step sons-Joshua and Jordan Jenkins. We have three granddaughters

and two pets. I’m currently employed for Jefferson County Sheriff’s

Department as a correctional officer, where I have been for 8 years.

   I have been on the LCS Board of Education for the past 5 years.

I am also currently a member of the Lyme Rod & Gun Club and past

member of the Chaumont Fire Department and the Lyme Garden Club.

My hobbies include: hunting, fishing & gardening. I also enjoy spending

time with my wife and our family.

SCOTT RICKETT, MEMBER

My name is Scott Rickett. I have served several years

on the Board of Education. I am a graduate of Lyme

Central School, along with my wife and two daughters.

I am also a very proud Grandpa of two granddaughters.

I have been married for 35 years, and a lifelong resident

of the Town of Lyme. I have worked at Hanson Aggregates

for 35 years as a Quality Control Technician and Foreman.

Over the years I have seen many changes at Lyme Central,

and I would like to see this progress continue.

                TERRY COUNTRYMAN, MEMBER

I’m a retired graduate of Lyme Central School along with my wife, three

brothers, two children and three grandchildren. I’m currently in my 20^th year

as a Board member. I have always believed that Lyme Central has the potential

to provide not only the academics for success, but the support on all levels a

child needs to have a future of fulfillment and happiness. Thank you for the

opportunity to work for your children’s future.

          JON LaFONTAINE, MEMBER

          While growing up in Watertown, I spent my summers in Chaumont.

       Our home was originally a cottage, which has been owned by our

       family since the land was purchased in 1903. I graduated from

       Watertown High School, while my wife Amdrea graduated from

       Indian River. As we both came from large schools, we felt that our

       children (Callie, a freshman and Jonny, a 7th grader) would greatly

       benefit from a smaller school. Our expectations have been well exceeded

       with what Lyme Central has provided them, both academically

                                                  and socially. I am in my 25th year as a Clinical Discharge

                                                  Planner in the Emergency Department of Samaritan Medical Center.

                                                  I work extensively with children and adolescents, often working

                                                  closely with area school social workers, school counselors,

                                                  and school psychologists. I have served several years as an

                                                  assistant coach for the Lyme Youth Commission's baseball,

                                                  softball, and soccer programs. This experience has enabled

                                                  me to form relationships with both parents & students

                                                  in the Lyme Community. I feel that this bond with the

                                                  Lyme community and my professional experience makes

                                                  me an asset to the Lyme Central School Board of Education.

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