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Built by AASBO Leaders: VSMG Welcomes Heather Mock

& Marcie Rodriguez to Board of Directors

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operational strategy. of collaboration, integrity, and shared expertise
in serving schools. The collective experience of
That connection extends into VSMG’s Employee VSMG’s Board reinforces a simple truth: when
Benefits Group, where Ken Hicks, current leaders with deep roots in public education
Executive Director, and Tom Elliott, former work together, Arizona’s students, staff, and
Executive Director, each served as AASBO communities all benefit.
presidents earlier in their careers. Their
involvement reflects how AASBO’s emphasis on Leigh Steele can be reached at lsteele@vsit.org
professional growth continues to shape leaders
who contribute meaningfully to the broader
education community.

Looking Ahead
As Arizona’s public education landscape
continues to evolve, the partnership between
AASBO and VSMG underscores the importance

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