Standing Committees

The Region X Head Start Association maintains the following standing committees:

The Executive Committee:

The Executive Committee is responsible for bylaws, finance, policies and procedures, CPA/ballot process, audits, grievances, and the annual report.

Membership consists of:
President: Suzanne VanOrman
Vice President: Jay Thurber
Secretary: Kristine Armstrong
Treasurer: Yvonne Roberts

The Communication Committee:

The Communication Committee is responsible for nominations, scholarships, the newsletter, and mailings.

Membership consists of a representative from:
Alaska: Pam Gingue
Idaho: Jay Thurber
Oregon: Shari Shell
Washington: Diane Hollstrom

The Training Committee:

The Training Committee is responsible for maintaining a liaison with the Regional Office, the annual conference, and the dissemination of Best Practices.

Membership consists of a representative from:
Alaska: Kristine Armstrong
Idaho: Darlyn Gravatt
Oregon: Shari Shell
Washington: Marty Varella

The Networking Committee:

The Networking Committee is responsible for legislation, advocacy, and public affairs mailings.

Membership consists of a representative from:
Alaska: Pam Gingue
Idaho: Virginia DeSpain
Oregon: Ronnie Herndon
Washington: Suzanne VanOrman