Dr. Jevon Clark is a veterinarian at the Animal Clinic of Kalispell. He is the son of 2 and husband of 1 educator and has lived public education his entire life. His grown sons both graduated from Glacier High School and he is passionate about spreading the news throughout the valley that Kalispell Public Schools are quite simply unsurpassed and we are so blessed that our kids have the opportunities and quality education that KPS affords them. Like many, his free time is spent outside in all seasons with his wife and dogs “being and doing” Montana.

Mark Flatau recently retired from the Superintendent position at KPS after 43 years in education.  While leading KPS, much of his effort was getting a $54 million bond package approved by voters in 2016 which launched construction projects, including the new Rankin Elementary School and a thorough makeover of FHS, Linderman, The Ag Center, and numerous other projects impacting every school in the district. His career included teaching at all grade levels, coaching , Athletic Director, HS Assistant Principal, HS Principal, Assistant Superintendent and finishing his final 15 years as a Superintendent.  

Dr. Lynn Dykstra has lived in Kalispell for 20 years and raised two boys, both graduates of Glacier High School. As a pediatrician, she is passionate about the health and welfare of children and thus, is passionate about optimizing opportunities in public education. In her free time, she enjoys tennis, wake surfing, and walks with her husband and black lab.

Sue Brown taught at Flathead High School for 40 years where she helped establish the IB Programme and was actively involved in curriculum development and innovation at the local and state levels. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Whitefish Credit Union and the executive board of the Northwest Montana Literacy Council. Sue is excited about helping to support teachers and students through the work of the KEF.

Dr. Carol Santa has been an elementary teacher, reading specialist, university professor and the language arts coordinator for Kalispell Public Schools. She and her husband John along with John and Rosemary McKinnon founded Montana Academy, a school for troubled youth located near Kalispell. She has two children and five grandchildren.

Josh Kroll is vice president of marketing and business development at Park Side Credit Union.  In his role, he works with teachers and schools to provide financial literacy to students of all ages in the Flathead Valley.  He is an athlete and a musician and enjoys outdoor recreation of any kind with his wife and two sons. 

Cara is the Community Involvement Coordinator with Kalispell Public Schools.  She has two children attending Edgerton Elementary, and is looking forward to expanding the presence of KEF in our community to further impact our schools.  She loves exploring and going on any outdoor adventure with family and friends, as well as making connections to form a stronger community. 

Kate Lufkin received her degrees from the University of Montana and has built a career focused on community impact. She currently serves as the Chief Communications Officer at Montana Pediatrics, where she supports access to care for children and families across the state. A passionate advocate for public education, Kate believes every child—regardless of background—deserves access to high-quality learning and the opportunity to thrive.

Adam Cebulla  is a 2013 graduate of Glacier High School and is ecstatic to be living back in the Valley with his wonderful wife Lauren, bundle of joy daughter Carter and golden retriever Milo. As an alumnus of Kalispell Public Schools, Adam is passionate about providing the best experience possible to all future Kalispell Public School students for years to come. In his free time Adam enjoys being in the outdoors whether that’s fishing or boating on the lake, hiking or skiing in the mountains or just taking a good long walk with the family. 

Anna Marie Bailey is a founding KEF Board member from 2007. She has been married to Dave since 1982. They have two daughters. Michele and Danielle. Michele helps assess students for education plans to meet their individual needs. She and her husband Scott have three boys. Danielle and her husband Jake live in Alaska, where she is the Executive Director of the Alaska Bar Association. 

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