Board Members

 
Karen Youngblood
President
Karen Youngblood was elected to the School Board in 2008 representing Post #3. Karen is the Director for Staff Leadership Development and External Leadership Training at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO). She is charged with designing and implementing programs that support UCO’s mission as “The Leadership University” through innovative instruction and programs for staff members as well as events which involve the broader Central Oklahoma community of parents, teachers, and professionals. 
 
John Nail
Vice President

John Nail was elected to the School Board in 2000 representing Post #5. He graduated magna cum laude with a master’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. Prior to starting his construction company, Mr. Nail helped with the family homebuilding business and was a stonemason contractor. From there, he went on to teach construction for 14 years at Canadian Valley Vo Tech Center. When he’s not building dream homes or serving on the school board, Mr. Nail presents motivational seminars to schools and businesses. 







 
David Moore
Clerk

David Moore was elected to the School Board in 2007 representing Post #2. David was born and grew up in the Texas panhandle. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas in 1966 and his MBA from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1978. He served in the U.S. Army, including a tour in Vietnam during 1968-69. Mr. Moore was an executive with an Oklahoma-based insurance company for 30 years until his retirement in 2004. During his career, he was active in numerous civic and mentoring programs. He was honored to be named PSI’s Oklahoma City “Executive of the Year” in 1989-90. He has lived in Yukon for the last 18 years. Since his retirement, he has served on the Yukon Planning Commission from 2003-2006 and Integris Regional Valley Hospital Board from 2000 – present, serving as Chairman from 2005-2007. He is an active member of Good News Church.



Jeff Deckard
Deputy Clerk

Jeff Deckard represents School Board Post #4.  Jeff has coached baseball and taught Alternative Education at Yukon High School. He worked for the City of Yukon for several years and is currently working in private industry.  
 


Suzanne Cannon 
Member

Suzanne Cannon was elected to the school board in 2011, representing Post 1.  She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Oklahoma City University and a Masters of Human Relations degree from the University of Oklahoma.  Mrs. Cannon is the owner and executive director of Counseling and Substance Abuse Services in Yukon.  She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Alcohol/Drug Counselor.  Mrs. Cannon has a strong background in volunteerism and education.  





 

Board of Education Members 

Mrs. Karen Youngblood, President
(405) 350-3290

Mr. John Nail, Vice President 
(405) 354-8054

Mr. David Moore, Clerk
(405) 354-6700

Mr. Jeff Deckard, Deputy Clerk
(405) 354-2457

Mrs. Suzanne Cannon, Member
(405) 354-8412


Regular meetings of the Board of Education are held at the Administration Building at 600 Maple, on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.  All meetings are open to the public, and patrons are always welcome. The annual school board elections are held on the second Tuesday in February.  If a runoff election is necessary, it will be held the first Tuesday in April. 

The February School Board Meeting will be held at Independence Elementary.


2012 School Board Meeting Schedule

  • Monday,    January 9, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    February 6, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    March 5, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    April 2, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    May 7, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    June 4, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    July 9, 2012, 6:30 p.m. 
  • Monday,    August 6, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday ,   September 10, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    October 1, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    November 5, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
  • Monday,    December 3, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
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