What We Do

Friends of Mayer (FOM), a not-for-profit, all-volunteer, parent-run organization, is committed to raising funds and building community to support the mission and day-to-day operations of Mayer Magnet School. Read our bylaws HERE.

Working directly with the Mayer administrative team, teachers, staff and the Local School Council, Friends of Mayer is able to provide the support needed to maintain Mayer’s excellence in education. FOM works to create an inclusive environment for all Mayer families to feel a part of our strong school community. It is due to the passion, drive and determination of this strong community that we are able to preserve Mayer’s future of excellence.

The FOM Board is comprised of parent volunteers elected to a one-year term. A list of board members is provided below. We are always seeking enthusiastic parents to become more involved with FOM in a variety of ways and welcome your input and new ideas. FOM meetings are held monthly and we encourage you to attend and participate whenever possible.

Who We Are

Board of Directors:

President: Heidi Kiec
President Emeritus: Julie Schulhof
Vice President: Danielle Hadi
Treasurer: Jacki Van Hout
Asst. Treasurer: Al Haber
Secretary: Abby Roush
Communications: Roona Shah
School Appreciation: Elissa Cartier
Sponsorship: Julia Beleutz
Social: Abbey Douglas
Gala: Susan Malen
Walkathon: Linsey Payne
Spirit Wear: Penny Shack

Beyond the Board…

It takes much more than a board of 13 to make FOM a success. These parent volunteers are serving in key roles for FOM for the 2025-2026 school year. We hope to see your name here soon. At Oscar Mayer, we are all Friends of Mayer! 

Erin Anderson-Hickey
Laura Dauley
Rowena Dumes
Nell Kolpin
Julie Kuehnau
Amanda Palo
Kassi Peck
Ashley Poore
Kate Smazal
Barbie Steffen