Dedicated to Centerville. Committed to Our Students.

With 32 years of experience in the classroom and a heart for the Centerville community, Kathy is ready to serve on the Centerville Board of Education.

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Kathy Crippen spent more than three decades teaching in Centerville City Schools. Now, she’s stepping forward to serve on the Centerville Board of Education, bringing a teacher’s perspective and a parent’s heart to every decision.

Her mission is clear: protect the strength of public education, support students and teachers, and build a school district that reflects the values and voices of our entire community.

Kathy’s journey with Centerville City Schools began in the classroom, where she dedicated her career to helping students grow in confidence, character, and academic achievement. Her connection runs even deeper—her own children attended Centerville Schools. After a life-changing event involving her son in 2013, the Centerville community showed up in full force to support her family.

Now, she’s ready to give back by continuing to advocate for students, families, and educators at the board level.

Priorities That Put Students First

Kathy will work to protect Centerville City Schools from funding cuts and voucher programs that divert resources away from our students.

Strong Public Schools:

Families deserve to know how decisions are made. Kathy will champion clear, consistent communication from the school board to the community.

Transparency that builds trust:

Kathy will be accessible, responsive, and ready to bring your concerns to the table because she believes decisions should reflect the people they impact most.

a voice for our community:

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30 years teaching in Centerville City Schools

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K–12 certified in both secondary and special education

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Intervention specialist focused on inclusion and individualized support

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Advocate for academic standards that are teacher-informed and student-centered

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student, or community member, Kathy wants to hear from you. She believes collaboration makes Centerville stronger, and she’s ready to listen, lead, and represent you.


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Let’s build the future of Centerville — together

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