Welcome to 2022-2023 BAEOP
General Meeting Nov 17 on Teams
Welcoming speaker Drew O'Connell, Director of Student Life
My name is Drew O’Connell and I have been in the field of education for 17 years. I have spent the last 10 years as a high school principal, and as an assistant principal at the high school and middle school level in the Seattle Public Schools. I started my career as an instructional assistant and then became a high school science teacher and academic intervention specialist before becoming an administrator.
In the position of Director of Student Life, I serve as an advocate with and for students to center and amplify their voices around any issue or concern they want to bring forward. I also help them navigate our systems especially if/when they confront challenges or barriers with our district. In some cases, I also serve the same purpose with our families. My position allows me to lead and be part of numerous teams at the district and school level while also providing direct service to students and families. I am excited and proud to be a part of the Bellevue School District and work in partnership with others to achieve our goals.
BELLEVUE ASSOCIATION OF
EDUCATIONAL OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
The Bellevue Association of Educational Office Professionals is a professional association for classified employees working for the Bellevue School District, located in Bellevue WA.
We welcome all educational support professionals, including office managers, instructional and assistants, administrative assistants, educational assistants, paraprofessionals, library specialists, and other support staff. BAEOP is a registered non-profit organization with the State of Washington.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bellevue Association of Educational Office Professionals is to provide its members with opportunities for professional growth and leadership through networking of ideas and information, recognizing achievements, serving the youth of our schools and our community, and providing fellowship with other educational office professionals and support staff.
ABOUT US
BAEOP Board of Directors
Kara Meissner
Co-President
Gayle Staker
Co-President
Behavioral Specialist
Paula Jo Brave
Co-Vice President
Retired
Bergitta Scott
Co-Vice President
Vacant
Co-Secretary
Vacant
Co-Secretary
Barbra Lovern
Co-Treasurer
Diane Campbell
Co-Treasurer
Molly Schladetzky
Trustee #1
Tillicum Middle School
Attendance Specialist
Ellen Stone
Trustee #2
Sissi Kamali
Trustee #3
Christy Minter
Past President
