Mr. Tom Blaine
Mr. Tom Blaine joined the Perrysburg Board of Education in 2026. A Perrysburg resident and parent of four children attending Perrysburg Schools, he brings professional experience in engineering, manufacturing, product management, business development, and operations, including leadership roles with manufacturing facilities and Fortune 500 companies. His experience includes strategic planning, financial management, data-driven decision-making, and building consensus among diverse stakeholders. Mr. Blaine also has a strong connection to education: both of his parents were educators, his father served as a school superintendent, and his wife works in educational leadership. He has served as a mentor to students, youth sports coach, and substitute teacher. Mr. Blaine is committed to responsible stewardship, collaborative leadership, and ensuring Board decisions support the needs of all students. His appointed term ends December 31, 2027.
Mrs. Casey Haywood
Mrs. Casey Haywood is a Perrysburg resident and parent of three children who attend Perrysburg Schools. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Middle Childhood Education with a Reading endorsement from Miami University and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Findlay. Mrs. Haywood began her career as a middle school teacher before serving as a state director for a national after-school nonprofit supporting low-income students in communities across Ohio. She currently works as a lecturer in The University of Toledo’s Department of Education, where she teaches pre-service teachers literacy instruction, and reading pedagogy. Her professional background across K–12 education, higher education, and nonprofit leadership provides a broad perspective on the challenges facing public schools. Mrs. Haywood’s current term ends in 2029.
Ms. Laura Meinke
Ms. Laura Meinke joined the Perrysburg Board of Education in 2024. She has lived in Perrysburg since 2019 and is the Executive Assistant at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Meinke previously served on the Genoa Area Local Schools Board of Education for over 11 years, including time as Board President. Her past Board experience includes levies, bond issues, construction oversight, budget cuts, special education audits, and superintendent hiring. She has three children, including a recent graduate of Perrysburg High School. Ms. Meinke brings a strong commitment to fiscal responsibility, transparent communication, and student-focused planning. Her current term ends in 2027.
Ms. Denise Phillips
Ms. Denise Phillips is a Perrysburg resident, business owner, and parent of two students, including one currently attending Perrysburg High School. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems from the University of Notre Dame. Ms. Phillips brings more than 20 years of experience as an IT professional, including several years as a project manager, along with nearly a decade as a small business owner. Her professional background includes budget management, long-term planning, data-driven decision-making, and technology implementation. As a parent in the school district, she is committed to supporting student well-being, academic progress, and community trust through transparent communication and responsible governance. Ms. Phillips’ current term ends in 2029.
Ms. Susan Rowland Miller
Ms. Susan Rowland Miller began her service on the Perrysburg Board of Education in January 2024. She holds a BA in Psychology and Economics from Bucknell University and a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. A Perrysburg resident for 30 years, she is a consultant for nonprofits and congregations, specializing in strategic planning, development, and conflict management. Ms. Rowland Miller has been active in school district volunteer roles, including as a classroom helper, treasurer for Perrysburg Theatre Boosters, chair of the Business Advisory Council, and chaperone for Jackets Giving Back. She is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Her two children graduated from Perrysburg Schools in 2017 and 2019. Her term runs through 2027.