Thank you Mr. Cook for 21 Years of Service on the Board of Education
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, the Forrestville Valley School District Board of Education recognized Member Don Cook for twenty-one years of service to the District.
Mr. Cook began his service in 1999. During his twenty-one years on the Board of Education, Mr. Cook was involved in numerous projects, improvements, and events. Some of these include: FJSHS science lab renovations, addition of secondary STEM courses and Project Lead the Way Engineering Pathway, 1:1 technology implementation for FJSHS and FGS, full day kindergarten and preschool within district attendance centers, the construction of Cardinal Field Complex, addition of Dual Credit and Advanced Placement classes, to include College Now, and numerous additional facility improvements. During his tenure as a member of the Board of Education, Mr. Cook attended several trainings and served in multiple board positions including Board Secretary and on the Forrestville Valley Education Foundation Board.
Superintendent Smith states, “The district appreciates the 21 years of service of Mr. Cook and the many opportunities he has provided to the students and staff at Forrestville Valley. His goal when starting on the board was to improve facilities to maximize resources for our students. He should be very proud of all he has accomplished in this area. Mr. Cook will be missed, and we wish him only the very best.”
Board President Chip Braker states, “Don has served the children and families of the Forrestville Valley school district faithfully and unselfishly for more than 21 years. He has stayed true to our mission of doing what’s best for kids while being a responsible steward of our resources. I am truly grateful for his service, and on behalf of the Forrestville Valley Board of Education we wish both he and Judy the very best.”
The Forrestville Valley School District and Board of Education will miss Mr. Cook and thank him for his many years of service.