Sarasota County Schools has a passionate leadership team that's dedicated to the academic development and success of every student in the district. They collaborate with many teams, school leaders and staff to ensure the best resources and opportunities are available to all. Any questions you may have, as a parent or student, can be answered and are welcomed by the leadership team members listed below.

Terry Connor, Superintendent
terry.connor@sarasotacountyschools.net
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31151

Rachael O'Dea, Deputy Superintendent, Chief Academic Officer  
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31103  
rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net    

Dr. Mike Kemp, Chief Operations Officer
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31105 
michael.kemp@sarasotacountyschools.net

Bonnie Penner, Chief Financial Officer  
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31300   
bonnie.penner@sarasotacountyschools.net  

Ashley Romadka, Chief of Human Capital
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31213
ashley.romadka@sarasotacountyschools.net

Dr. Kirk Hutchinson, Chief of Student Support Services
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31109
kirk.hutchinson@sarasotacountyschools.net

Jacob Ruiz, Chief of Police/ Executive Director of Safety & Security
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31128
jacob.ruiz@sarasotacountyschools.net

Jennifer Mainelli, Chief, Elementary Schools
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31106
jennifer.mainelli@sarasotacountyschools.net

Dr. Brandon Johnson, Chief, Middle Schools
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31137
brandon.johnson@sarasotacountyschools.net  

Dr. Megan Green, Chief, High Schools
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31137
megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net

Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications
(941) 927-9000 ext. 31168
craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net