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Staff/Community Volunteers

        

Executive Director

  • Cosette Crist

 

Chief Financial Officer

  • Mary Prows

 

Elementary Program Coordinator​

  • Brittany Raver

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Middle School Program Coordinator

  • Ansley Barrett​

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Elementary Assistant

  • Tisha Connell

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Middle School Assistant

  • Donna Stephenson

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Chef & Site Assistant

  • Terri Reynolds​

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Bus Driver

  • Robert Walker

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​IWU Students

  • Serving through Work Study

  • Various Practicum and Internships

  • Volunteer Hours        

Board of Directors 

Kristy Barney -

  Serves as President

  • Employment:

    • Midwest Metal - Director, Muncie, IN

  • About:

    • Longtime resident of Marion, IN

    • Associates Degree in Business Management and Applied Science

    • Serves on numerous community boards throughout Grant County

    • Enjoys time with family, friends, exercising, cooking, and being out in nature in her downtime. 

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2024-current (Term 1)

  • Why: ​"I am honored to serve with the Training Center and continue to bring value to community and the children in our community.  I am passionately dedicated to contributing to the quality of life, education, and creating safe environments for our children within the community to allow them to consistently grow and prosper."

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Jonathan Strong - 

  Serves as Vice President

  • ​Employment:

    • Walmart Distribution Center

  • About:​

    • Education: Associate's degree from Ivy Tech Community College (Marion Campus)

      • Working on Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management at the University of Arkansas

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2025-current (term 1)

  • Why: "I believe in the work the Training Center is doing, providing valuable resources that help students achieve their full potential."

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Bethany Baughman -​

  • ​Employment: 

    • State of Indiana - Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor​

  • About:​

    • Married to Timothy

    • Education: Graduated from Taylor University with BS in Psychology in 2008

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2024-current (term 1)

  • Why: The Training Center is a valuable asset to Marion. It provides a positive, encouraging environment to help the youth of our community succeed, both in school and in life.​

 

Rachel Creech -​

  • ​Employment:

    • Howard County Work Release - Administrative Assistant​​

  • About:​

    • Married with two children, a niece, nephew, and a granddaughter who Rachel's world revolves around. ​​​

    • Education: Associate degree Paralegal Studies

    • Enjoys cooking, gardening and crafting

    • Believes in locals supporting locals

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2023-current (term 1)

  • Why: I am passionate about kids. It is important to be there for them always in all ways. "'Children are the future is so cliche', but it is the truth.  In order to be successful they need the right foundation - academically, socially, as well as everyday skills.  The Training Center provides this and so much more."

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One Open Position​​​​

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Robert Mitchell -

  • Employment:

    • Marion Community Schools - McCulloch - Social Studies Educator

  • About:

    • Children: Baleigh, Khloe, Bryson

    • Bachelor's Degree of Industrial Technology/Electronic Engineering from Jackson State University

    • Coaching Staff - Marion High School Football

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2020-current (term 2)

  • Why: "The Training Center is a great place for the youth in our community.  This place offers tutoring, mentoring, and a great summer program.  I joined this organization because I love seeing the kids excel in every aspect of life."

 

​Nancy Price -​

  Serves as Secretary

  • Employment:

    • Marion Community Schools - Assistant Principal - Allen Elementary School

  • About:​

    • Married to Michael

    • Two Sons: Noah & Jonah

    • Education:

      • Undergrad - Elementary Education

      • Masters

      • Doctorate

    • Served in Education for over 20 years

    • Serve as adjunct faculty and practicum student supervisor for Taylor University and Indiana Wesleyan's Education Department.

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2021-current (term 2)

  • Why: "​The Training Center serves a very valuable purpose in Grant County.  With correct and strong support, it will become a vital part of the success of Grant County's future. Being an employee of Marion Community Schools has opened my eyes to the various needs of our students and their families. I look forward to sharing my experiences in education as it relates to the opportunities the Training Center provides.​

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Jeff Wilson -​

  • ​Employment:

    • Wabash City Schools - Transportation Services - Fleet​

  • About:​

    • Married to Anna

    • Has four children

    • Attends New Life Community Church

    • Great supporter of the Training Center

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2023-current (term 1)

  • Why: I serve on the Training Center Board because of seeing first hand how it helps kids and families. After volunteering for 10 years at different events and committees, I joined the board to help the TC continue to grow into the future. In the end, I serve to keep the dreams of kids alive.​​​

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Brittany Tiemeier -​

   Serves as Treasurer

  • ​Employment:

    • Afena Federal Credit Union - Vice President of Indirect Lending

  • About:​

    • Married to Brent and Mom to our daughter Peyton 

    • Enjoys supporting Peyton at all of her events and also playing and watching sports.  Also enjoys spending free time with her family.

  • Years of service with Training Center - 2024-current (term 1)

  • Why: Investing in our youth is one of my biggest passions.  I believe every child deserves to be seen and heard and The Training Center does that by investing in their education, social skills, and so much more.  I am proud to be a part of such an amazing organization.

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