Karen Chessell was appointed to the school board in 2006. She was honored as a member of the Nevada School Board of the Year in 2007. She has two children in Douglas County Schools and one child who graduated from the school system. A high school and middle school teacher for 20 years, she has a master of arts degree in education administration. As a board member she advocates for student achievement, student opportunities, and fiscal responsibility. Contact her at 1-(775) 234-4124 (Must dial 1-775 for VOIP phone).
