Board of Education
The Haslett Board of Education is a team of seven citizens, elected by the community, who set policy, steward district resources, and shape the strategic priorities that guide our schools. Board members are committed to providing a quality education for every Haslett student.
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President
Tracy Collins
Tracy Collins was a teacher for 21 years and remains certified in Secondary Social Studies, History, English, and K-12 Special Education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and master's degrees in Curriculum and Teaching and in Special Education, all from Michigan State University, and she serves on the Board of the Friendship House at MSU and volunteers at the St. Paul Lutheran Church Food Pantry. She ran for the Board believing every board benefits from a teacher's perspective and to strengthen student safety, and she remains focused on improving achievement for struggling learners and upgrading district facilities. Tracy and her husband have lived in Haslett for over 20 years, raising two daughters and hosting three foreign exchange students through Haslett schools. They love spending time up north near Petoskey.
Term expires 12/31/2026
Vice President
Dr. Korine Wawrzynski
Dr. Korine Wawrzynski brings more than 25 years of experience as an educator and higher education administrator, having overseen academic programs, supervised staff, managed budgets, and taught at the middle school, high school, undergraduate, and graduate levels. She ran for the Board to help ensure every student has access to the same high-quality educational opportunities, focusing on relevant curriculum, supporting and retaining exceptional staff, fiscal responsibility, and safe, well-equipped facilities. She values partnership, clear communication, and inclusive environments where students, staff, and families can thrive. Dr. Wawrzynski has been part of the Haslett community for 20 years, and her family attends Haslett Public Schools. She enjoys reading, traveling, hiking, and time with family and friends.
Term expires 12/31/2028
Secretary
Amy Clark
Amy Clark is a school psychologist who has served students and families in the region for more than 25 years, working extensively with students in special education and other diverse populations. That work has given her deep expertise in student learning, assessment, child and adolescent development, and behavioral supports. On the Board, she is committed to high standards, accountability, strong academic achievement, and expanding opportunities for every Haslett student. Amy also represents Haslett on the Ingham School Officers Association, collaborating with school leaders across the county to strengthen governance and public education. A member of the Haslett community for more than 25 years and the parent of three Haslett students, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, exploring Michigan's natural beauty on hikes with their dog, Scout.
Term expires 12/31/2030
Treasurer
Molly Polverento
Molly Polverento has worked in public health in Michigan since 2000, focusing on policy and program development, evaluation, and workforce development, alongside administrative and financial leadership roles. She holds a master's degree in Higher Education Administration from Illinois State University, earned her Certification in Public Health in 2015, and previously chaired the Ingham County Board of Health. The child of a teacher, Molly works to invest district resources wisely, use data to support student growth and staff development, and ensure every student can succeed while protecting the district's long-term strength. She and her husband have lived in Haslett for 21 years, drawn by the schools and community, and have three children, including a recent graduate and two still in Haslett schools.
Term expires 12/31/2028
Trustee
Greg Bird
Greg Bird has served on the Board since 2021 and brings nearly three decades of experience across public policy, legislative strategy, communications, and economic development. He is Program Manager for Workforce Housing at Allen Edwin Homes, and his career includes roles with the Alzheimer's Association of Michigan, the MEDC, two gubernatorial administrations, and the state legislature. A graduate of Michigan State University's James Madison College, Greg focuses on student achievement and well-being, fiscal responsibility, and safe, forward-looking facilities. He has called the Lansing area home for nearly 30 years, where he and his wife are raising their son, a Haslett High School student, and enjoy MSU athletics and traveling together.
Term expires 12/31/2026
Trustee
Rick Fritz
Rick Fritz is a retired Marine with more than 20 years of active service and a master's degree in General Administration from Central Michigan University. He brings his leadership and organizational experience to the Board and stays close to students as a coach, currently serving as head football coach for the Bath Bees and coaching middle school track and youth football. Rick has two children in the district, and his wife is a counselor at Bath High School. He lived in the area early in life and returned with his family 15 years ago.
Term expires 12/31/2028
Trustee
Travis Stoliker
Travis Stoliker is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of the book publishing company Scribe Media. He sold the web hosting and data center company Liquid Web to private equity in 2015, co-founded the local restaurants Saddleback BBQ and Slice by Saddleback, and now builds the Gyroaster, billed as the world's greatest marshmallow roaster, with his seven-year-old son, a Murphy Elementary student. Travis serves out of a duty to his community and a hope to keep Haslett Public Schools a top-tier educational institution. He has been a Haslett resident for over a decade with his wife, Laken, and their two boys.
Term expires 12/31/2030