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Exceptional Education New Leadership Holly Coughlin, who took the helm as the Foundation’s new executive director in November, has great respect for Shaker’s tradition of engagement. She has 20 years of marketing and management experience in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Since 2014, she had served as Chief Development Officer and Director of Development for the Visiting Nurse Association of Ohio. But perhaps her biggest qualification for the job is her love of the Shaker schools and community. As the parent of two former Shaker students, Kyle and Alec, Coughlin was involved in the school system at every level – from PTO co-president at the Middle School to volunteering at the High School’s annual flower sale and running the silent auction for a Night for the Red & White. “In fundraising, you have to first learn the mission, then love it and embrace it,” says Coughlin. “With the Shaker Schools, I’m already there.” Coughlin says her peers are often astounded to learn that a public school system has its own foundation. “I think that reaction is such an indication of what makes Shaker special,” she says. “Our Board is so committed and engaged to helping grow the student experience; we never just want to do the minimum.” Coughlin stepped into the role when Christine Auginas retired after 16 years as executive director at the Foundation. “Chris has given us an amazing legacy upon which we will continue to build,” says Superintendent Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. “Her unwavering commitment and leadership at the Foundation have directly or indirectly impacted the success of every single student who walked through our doors during her tenure. Thanks to her work, we are well positioned for the future.” Executive Director Holly Coughlin Photo: Angelo Merendino SHAKER LIFE | WINTER 2017 51


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