BOE Appoints New Director of Learning

At a special meeting of the Skaneateles Central School District Board of Education held on Wednesday, August 1, the Board approved the appointment of Mrs. Jennifer Whipple as the district’s new Director of Learning. The Director of Learning oversees the district’s special education program, as well as a number of other related duties. “Mrs. Whipple made a strong impression on all of us who interviewed her.  She comes to Skaneateles with extensive special education experience at every level”, said Superintendent Ken Slentz. “Ms. Quick, our new Superintendent, and I believe that Jennifer will be an excellent addition to our team and that she will serve our students - particularly our students with special needs - parents, and district well.”

In addition to her current work as Director of Elementary Special Education in the Auburn School District, Mrs. Whipple has also served as a School Psychologist, Committee on Special Education Chairperson, Assistant Director of Special Education, and a K-12 Director of Special Education over the course of her career in public education. 

Mrs. Whipple holds a Master’s degree in School Psychology from SUNY Oswego and a Bachelor’s degree in School Psychology from SUNY Geneseo. 

Mrs. Whipple will begin her duties in the District at the beginning of the school year.