Jennifer Felker serves as the Superintendent for the Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve. Before coming to the ESC, Mrs. Felker was the State Associate Superintendent for Public Instruction for the Ohio Department of Education and was responsible for overseeing the Division of Learning: Center for Curriculum and Assessment, and the Center for Student Support and Education Options.
Before the merger of the Lake and Geauga County Educational Services Centers (ESC) in January 2020, Superintendent Felker served as both the Geauga County ESC Superintendent and the Lake County ESC Superintendent.
Superintendent Felker also serves as the Executive Chair of the Lake/Geauga Information Technology Center (ITC), and Superintendent of iStem Geauga Early College High School.
In addition, Superintendent Felker serves on The State Board Legislative Council, and as an Executive Committee Member and FY22 Secretary for the Executive Board for OESCA, a BASA Women’s Committee Member, State Department Committee Member
- Board Member for Geauga Family First Council
- Board Member for Lake County Family and Children First Council
- Board Member for the United Way since January 2018
Throughout her career, Mrs. Felker served as Director of Programs and Services for the Orange City School District, and the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent Pro-Tempore of the Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County. Mrs. Felker’s other positions included Special Education Supervisor at Olmsted Falls and Maple Heights City Schools, a teacher and an elementary principal in Brooklyn City Schools, and a teacher for Toledo Public Schools.
Message from our Superintendent, Jennifer Felker:
October 1, 2024
Dear ESCWR Staff,
As autumn arrives with its crisp air and vibrant colors, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the wonderful work happening across our classrooms, offices, and programs. Fall brings a sense of rhythm and routine, much like the steady pace we’re finding in this school year.
Whether you are in the classroom, on the road, or supporting behind the scenes, you have likely settled into your routines, building connections with students and colleagues. It’s during this time, when the school year’s rhythm takes shape, that strong bonds are formed and impactful learning begins. Your dedication to fostering these connections helps create supportive and meaningful environments for our students to thrive.
Let us embrace the energy of this season, stay grounded in our routines, and continue to nurture the relationships that make our work so special. The connections you build with students are the foundation of their growth, and the impact you make each day is invaluable.
Thank you for your hard work, care, and commitment to excellence. Together, we are making a difference.
Warm regards,
Jennifer Felker
Superintendent
Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve
Office: 440-350-2563 x 1701
Email: [email protected]