PAT Illinois State Office Advisory Council
Meet the PAT Illinois Advisory Council
The PAT Illinois Advisory Council brings together a diverse group of individuals committed to advancing the mission of Parents as Teachers Illinois State Office across the state. This council is comprised of State Office staff, key funders, and affiliate supervisors who represent the wide array of programs and regions served by the PAT IL State Office. Together, they provide valuable insights, strategic guidance, and collaborative leadership to support the success of families, children, and early childhood programs statewide.
PAT IL State Office Staff
Ariel Chaidez, PAT State Leader
Teresa Duffey, Assistant Program Manager
Victoria Martin, PAT Project Manager
Illinois Funders:
Penny Smith, Illinois State Board of Education
Tracy Small, Department of Human Services
Whitney Walsh, Home Visiting and Doula Network, Start Early
Affiliate Supervisors
Tara Case, Regional Office of Education # 33
Heather Franklin, Southern Region Early Childhood Programs (Murphysboro CUSD 186)
Nichole Giovanni, Rockford Public Schools #205
Cindy Matias, Lyons School District 103
Trenetta McLemore, Family Focus Inc.
Lois Meisenheimer, Regional Office of Education # 47