Ottawa Area ISD Executive and Leadership Team

Scott Powers, the Chief Financial Officer at Ottawa Area ISD, manages all fiscal operations and budgetary planning for the district. Overseeing the allocation of educational resources, the Chief Financial Officer ensures financial stability across all K-12 programs. This role involves rigorous auditing of district expenditures and long-term capital planning to support regional educational initiatives. By optimizing funding streams, Scott Powers directly impacts the quality of classroom instruction and facility maintenance. The Chief Financial Officer coordinates with the Board to align fiscal policies with the broader mission of providing high-quality education in the Holland area. Through meticulous oversight of state and local revenue, the Chief Financial Officer maintains the economic health necessary for sustained academic success. Powers secures the financial foundation required for the district to meet evolving student needs while adhering to strict regulatory standards and transparency requirements.

Carol Slagh, the Board President at Ottawa Area ISD, directs the governance and policy-making processes for the entire school district. Overseeing board meetings and community engagement, the Board President ensures that district policies align with the educational needs of the Holland community. This leadership role involves setting the strategic agenda and facilitating communication between the public and the administration. By fostering consensus among board members, Carol Slagh drives the adoption of initiatives that improve K-12 outcomes. The Board President evaluates the performance of executive leadership to ensure accountability and adherence to the district mission. Through the establishment of clear governance frameworks, the Board President maintains the integrity of the educational system. Slagh champions the interests of students and families by advocating for policies that promote equity, academic excellence, and fiscal responsibility within the regional educational landscape.

Rex Thelen, the Chief Technology Officer at Ottawa Area ISD, architects the digital infrastructure supporting K-12 learning environments. Overseeing the integration of advanced educational software, the Chief Technology Officer drives the modernization of classroom tools across the district. This leadership role involves managing large-scale network security and data privacy protocols to protect student information. By implementing scalable technology solutions, Rex Thelen enhances the delivery of digital curriculum throughout the Holland region. The Chief Technology Officer collaborates with administrative leaders to align technical capabilities with pedagogical goals. Through the deployment of robust hardware and software systems, the Chief Technology Officer ensures seamless connectivity for students and faculty. Thelen maintains a focus on future-proofing the district against emerging cyber threats while expanding access to high-speed digital resources that facilitate modern learning experiences for all students.

Adam Le, the Associate Chief Technology Officer at Ottawa Area ISD, executes the daily technical operations and hardware maintenance for the district. Overseeing the technical support teams, the Associate Chief Technology Officer ensures the reliability of classroom devices and administrative systems. This role involves managing the lifecycle of hardware assets and troubleshooting complex network issues that impact daily instruction. By streamlining technical workflows, Adam Le improves the efficiency of digital service delivery across the Holland area. The Associate Chief Technology Officer coordinates with the Chief Technology Officer to implement specific software updates and security patches. Through hands-on management of technical staff, the Associate Chief Technology Officer maintains high uptime for critical educational platforms. Le supports the district mission by ensuring that every student and teacher possesses the functional tools necessary for success in a technology-driven K-12 environment.