Executive Director
Christine Reilly was named the first executive director for the Alexandria Education Foundation (AEF) on March 7, 2018. Reilly brings significant passion and experience to her role as executive director. She is a 1993 graduate of Jefferson High School, and served for several years on the AEF board as a director and most recently, as the chair. She just completed her 21st year coaching dance team, the past 14 years as head coach at Alexandria Area High School. She manages Cherry Street Books along with her mother, Kathleen Pohlig. Reilly resides in Alexandria with her husband, Shawn, and three children, Emma, Colin, and Olivia.
Board of Directors
The Alexandria Education Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of business and community leaders, parents, teachers, and alumni who share a vision of enhancing education in Alexandria Public Schools. These individuals volunteer their time and talent to ensure that every Alexandria student has exceptional learning experiences.
Not pictured: Eric Kalstad, Linda Nelson, Josh Tatge.
2019 Board
- Patrick Kalina, Secretary/Treasurer
- Dana Christenson
- Tom Ellison
- Jennifer Heydt
- Eric Karlstad
- Jeff Montgomery
- Linda Nelson
- Meri Ripley
- Josh Tatge
- Anthony Zimny
- Julie Critz, Ex-officio