Board of Directors
Cascade Virtual Academy is governed by a Board of Directors composed of three highly qualified members. We appreciate and respect our current board members and are always open to individuals interested in applying for consideration to join our board.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Dr. Chet Edwards | Chair
Dr. Edwards brings more than 35 years of experience as an educational leader in Oregon. He is the executive director at Education Options Associates, a consulting firm providing strategic direction, fiscal management advice, program evaluation, and other administrative services for educational agencies serving youth in Oregon. Dr. Edwards has developed and administered the operation of alternative, charter, and career education centers throughout Oregon.
Email: chetedwards5@gmail.com
Harold “Skip” Adams | Treasurer
Mr. Adams has dedicated his career to working with students across the state of Oregon. He has experience as a classroom teacher, lead evaluator for AdvancED accreditation, and director of an alternative school. Mr. Adams earned his degrees from Lewis and Clark College and the University of Oregon. He has also served in the Oregon National Guard Reserve.
Email: adams5588@comcast.net
Robert Tatum | Secretary
Mr. Tatum has experience as a classroom and online teacher focusing on Career Technical Education. He has degrees from Universal Technical Institute, Oregon State University, San Diego State University, and University of Nevada Las Vegas. He is also a retired U.S. Navy officer with 20 years of active duty service.
Email: bobtatum@comcast.net
Lily Reishman | Member
Ms. Reishman has experience as a classroom, blended, and online educator, as well as a school administrator, serving in roles including teacher, 504 and MTSS Coordinator, Academic Director, School Principal, and BlendEd Coordinator. She holds degrees from Southern Oregon University and Lewis & Clark College, including a Master of Science in Educational Leadership, a Master of Arts in Teaching, and a Bachelor of Arts in History, Spanish, and Latin American Studies. She is licensed in PreK-12 Multiple Subjects, English Language Arts, and School Administration, and has extensive experience in virtual education, student support systems, and instructional leadership.
Email: lilyreishman@icloud.com
Board Meetings and Public Hearings
Date: Third Thursday of each month or more frequently as needed
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: https://onlineoregon-org.zoom.us/j/91507887277
Meeting ID: 915 0788 7277
Via Teleconference:
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Board Meetings Minutes and Agendas
- May 21, 2026 – Minutes [PDF]
- April 16, 2026 – Minutes [PDF]
- March 19, 2026- Minutes [PDF]
- February 19, 2026- Agenda [PDF] Minutes [PDF]
- January 15, 2026- Agenda [PDF]
- December 18, 2025- Agenda [PDF] Minutes [PDF] Board Report [PDF]
- November 20, 2025- Agenda [PDF] Minutes [PDF] Board Report [PDF]
- October 16, 2025 – Minutes [PDF]
- September 25, 2025- Agenda [PDF] Minutes [PDF] Board Report [PDF]
- August 21, 2025- Agenda [PDF] Minutes [PDF]
- July 17, 2025- Minutes [PDF]
- February 20, 2025- Agenda [PDF]
- January 30, 2025- Agenda [PDF], Minutes [PDF]
- December 19, 2024- Minutes [PDF]
- November 21, 2024 – Agenda [PDF]
- October 30, 2024- Minutes [PDF]
- May 16, 2024 – Agenda [PDF]
- April 25, 2024 – Minutes [PDF]
- June 14, 2023 – Agenda[PDF]
- May 18, 2023 – Minutes [PDF], Agenda [PDF]
- April 20, 2023 – Minutes [PDF], Agenda [PDF]
- March 16, 2023 – Minutes [PDF], Agenda [PDF]
- February 16, 2023 – Minutes [PDF], Agenda [PDF]
- January 19, 2023 – Minutes [PDF], Agenda [PDF]