Leadership
Centralized Leadership
The Tempe Schools leadership structure places students in the center of all decisions with communication transferring in both directions rather than top down. In 2023, the effort to create this new district hierarchy was led by Superintendent Dr. James Driscoll. The result of that work is a circular organizational chart, which provides strong centralized leadership supporting increased collaboration, communications, and resource-sharing across all enterprises and areas of focus.
Our Chiefs
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Tempe Elementary Schools
Organizational Structure
The District comprises four Enterprises led by the Superintendent and six appointed Chiefs that work in tandem to achieve district goals and ensure the strategic plan is implemented. Every Chief is accountable for managing their respective departments, called Areas of Focus, representing special expertise and responsibilities.
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- Problem Solve
- Connect
- Communicate Interpersonally
- Persevere
Community Confidence
The Community Confidence Enterprise is responsible for ensuring that all constituents connected to Tempe schools are aware of our schools’ programs and progress, and that those programs are responsive to community needs.
Dr. James Driscoll
Superintendent & CEO
Michael Minghine
Chief Operating Officer & Assistant Superintendent
Eric Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Brittany Franklin
Chief of Staff & Strategic Partnerships
Employee Experience
The Employee Experience Enterprise is responsible for ensuring that Tempe schools are staffed with the most talented educators available, and that those educators feel equipped with the resources and support necessary to be successful in their roles.
Michael Minghine
Chief Operating Officer & Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Gwyneth Marr
Chief of Employee Experience
Innovation
The Innovation Enterprise is responsible for continuously finding ways to improve Tempe programming in response to evolving requirements and opportunities in today’s rapidly changing world.
Cindy Denton
Chief Technology, Innovation, and Imagination Officer
Governing Board
The Governing Board’s purpose is to provide direction and oversight of the leadership who manage the day-to-day operations, review, and vote on policies while ensuring resources are used appropriately and that high standards are set for academic success.
Allison Ewers
President
Ray Thiry
Vice President
Jim Lemmon
Member
Eric Miller
Member
Charlotte Winsor
Member
Student Success
The Student Success Enterprise is responsible for ensuring that all Tempe students experience a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment that prepares them for success through and beyond their time in our schools.
Michael Minghine
Chief Operating Officer & Assistant Superintendent
Katie Moe
Chief Academic Officer
