About
Board of Directors
A word
From Our Board President
OEF serves the students in the Oxford public schools by providing mentoring and tutoring for students, volunteers in the schools, professional grants to teachers to enhance their work in the classroom, and grants to school principals for projects to serve all the students in a building.
The Foundation was formed in 1994, and is still guided by the thoughts of the founding members who recognized that the public schools are the most important public institution in the community. They saw that the Oxford area is rich in human talent, and that the use of that talent can enhance the important work of the teachers, support staff, and administrators.
I hope you will find a way to help us in this important work.
Steve Roberts
President of the Board
Our Board
officers

Steve Roberts
President
Steve is a retired mechanical engineer and long time member of OEF. He serves on Internal Affairs and Volunteer/Mentor committees. Steve supports the OEF by tutoring several students each year in Math. In 2020, Steve received his Certificate in Education Foundation Leadership (CEFL) from the National School Foundation Association.

Etha McDowell ‘67
Vice-President
One of the founding members of the OEF, Etha tutors middle school math and Chairs the Special Projects Committee. A retired Quality Engineer, Etha has also helped with STEM presentations at the school.

Roberta McManus
Secretary
A beloved science teacher at Penn’s Grove school, Roberta has continued her strong support of education in her retirement. She volunteers in the classroom and teaches in various lifelong learning programs. Her insights on the Mentors and volunteers Committee are especially helpful.

Pamela Mason ‘81
Treasurer
Pam and her husband own and operate Mason’s Chrome View dairy farm in East Nottingham Township. Pam not only maintains all the financial records and filings for the OEF, she is very active on the Special Projects and the Ways and Means Committees.
Our Board
members

Beth Baity
Member
Beth is a first grade teacher in the OASD and has taught for 21 years. She is a benefactor of OEF classroom volunteers, mentors for students, and teacher grants, Beth is a member of many church, school and community groups. She has raised two sons and is a proud grandmother. Beth has many hobbies and enjoys her time with family and friends.

Daniel Babiak
Member
Dan Babiak is the assistant principal at Oxford Area High School, bringing over 15 years of educational experience to the role. He holds degrees from West Chester University and Saint Joseph’s University and has previously worked as an OEF mentor, fostering strong connections with students and their families. In his personal life, Dan enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two children and has a passion for Philadelphia sports.

Emmie Fay
Member
After a healthcare career, Emmie spent several years at home raising her three children. She works in the OASD as a library clerk and enjoys sharing her love of reading with our district’s first and second-graders. Emmie is a huge advocate of the OEF mentoring program. She is proud to have served as a mentor for the past 8+ years.

Patricia Hannon
Member
Robotics and mentoring are just some of the ways Tricia supports the School District. She currently has three children in the District and occasionally works as a substitute in the lower grades.

Ralph W. Hartgrove
Member
Ralph “Woody” Hartgrove has tutored for almost 2 decades working with over 70 students in Chemistry. Although not a resident of the district, he leads the volunteers in the largest number of students tutored.

Geoff Henry
Member
Former Mayor of Oxford, Geoff Henry points fondly to his three daughters who are Oxford graduates and his grandchildren who are currently attending the elementary schools. Geoff serves on the Internal Affairs Committee

James M. Herr '69
Member

Kayla Kodish 2027
Student Representative
Kayla is a junior at Oxford Area High School and Technical College High School, where she studies Early Childhood Education. She serves as Student Council President, is a cheerleader, and competes in dance. Kayla plans to pursue a career in early childhood and special education. She proudly represents her peers on the Oxford Educational Foundation Board.

John Kozakowski
Member
“Koz” retired from Exelon Nuclear having worked as an instructor, systems manager, and license renewal engineer. He has served as a “homework helper” at the Lighthouse Youth Center for several years. He has tutored math, physics, and chemistry to many individual students for the OEF. In 2023, Koz was awarded the OEF”s “RSVP” award.

Mayra Lopez
Member
A mom of three children, with two currently attending OASD. Spanish interpreter for three years, committed to building bridges between families and schools. A proud member of the OEF for nine years as a classroom volunteer, building ambassador and mentor. She also serves with the PTO and Oxford Music Boosters, supporting education and the arts in her community.”

Joseph Oliver '01
Member
Joe is a dedicated financial advisor and Oxford Area High School alum. He brings a wealth of experience from his 15 years in higher education to on the board. Having returned to Oxford with his family, Joe is deeply invested in his community and local schools, reflecting his passion for education and service.
Volunteers
We are constantly looking for tutors and mentors for our students. Join us!
Students & Parents
Are you a student looking for tutoring or mentoring? Are you a parent looking for support for your child?
Teachers & Principals
We give grants to teachers and principals. Apply today!

