Priestnal, Stephanie
Executive Director
LACA Administrative Team
Stephanie joined LACA in March of 2024 as the Executive Director. She has been in education for 20 years, beginning as a school counselor at Licking Heights Local School District. In 2005, she was hired by the Career & Technology Education Centers of Licking County (C-TEC). After teaching a few years, she completed a Master’s degree in Educational Policy and Leadership and received her Superintendent’s license from The University of Dayton becoming an administrator at C-TEC in 2010. Stephanie served as Assistant Superintendent at C-TEC for the past four years.
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Alexander, Joey
Director of Technology
LACA Technical Team
Office: 740-345-3400 x 216
Joey has served as the technical supervisor for LACA since December 1997, overseeing the organization's core IT infrastructure, including mainframes, servers, enterprise network systems, and software applications. He earned an Associate Degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from Hocking College in 1997. Additionally, Joey holds advanced industry credentials—including Cisco CCNP and CCDP certifications—alongside professional certifications across VB, Java, Python, Juniper, Ubiquiti, Microsoft, Novell, and Linux platforms.
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Blubaugh-Carpenter, BreAnn
EMIS Support Coordinator
LACA Student Services Team
Breann joined LACA in April 2023 and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. She began her career in education at North Fork Local Schools as an EMIS Coordinator before transitioning to the Knox County Career Center. During her time there, she served as the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, EMIS Coordinator, and an Adult Education Instructor.
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Blubaugh, Shelly
EMIS Support Coordinator
LACA Student Services Team
Shelly joined LACA in February of 2024 as an EMIS Support Coordinator, bringing with her 26 years of experience in the K-12 education system. She began her career at the Licking County ESC's Flying Colors program, where she supported the public school preschool grant, special education services and EMIS reporting. Over the years, she has served in multiple districts and career centers, including the Knox County Career Center, and has held EMIS Coordinator roles with Johnstown-Monroe Local Schools, North Fork Local Schools, Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools, and the Career & Technology Education Center of Licking County.
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Erb, Jake
Fiscal Support Coordinator
LACA Fiscal Team
Jake joined LACA in June 2020, following 13 years of financial & operational experience in manufacturing. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Marietta College. As a Fiscal Support Coordinator, Jake will be supporting USAS-R, USPS-R, ESS, Equipment Inventory & IPDP.
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Garee, Jeni
Student Services Support Coordinator
LACA Student Services Team
Jeni started at LACA in June of 2021. She has been in education for 18 years, starting as a para-professional for LCESC and then becoming an Administrative Assistant for LCESC/Phoenix Central (Citadel) and then moving into a high school guidance secretary position for Lakewood High school. She has several years of experience working in Progress Book, Student Information, SPS, and Grade book. Some of her previous roles was LAMA director, Team leader for SI, and EMIS. She will be working as a Student Support Service Coordinator for ProgressBook.
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Gillogly, Charles
Systems Manager
LACA Technical Team
Charles joined LACA in June 2015 after
working at the WHIZ Media Group for 8 years. In his previous position
he designed and managed the network and server infrastructure as well as
developed custom in-house tools and applications. In his free time,
Charles enjoys spending time with his friends and watching hockey.
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Murphy, Tiffany
Fiscal Support Coordinator & INFOhio Support
LACA Fiscal Team
LACA Library Team
Tiffany joined LACA in August 2022. Prior to joining LACA, she supported eFinancePlus for 2 years. Tiffany will be supporting USAS-R, USPS-R, ESS, Equipment Inventory, IPDP & INFOhio. Tiffany has a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Writing from Kent State University. She has extensive experience in corporate finance and accounting support.
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Phillips, Leanne
Adminstrative Assistant
LACA Administrative Team
Leanne has been with LACA since July 2010. She has an Associate Degree in Applied Business in Microcomputer Applications from Muskingum Area Technical College (Zane State College) and also worked for them in the Workforce Development department. Leanne has many years of experience working in education and also previously worked for C-TEC (Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County.
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Rhodes, Heidi
EMIS Support Coordinator & Student Services Support Coordinator
LACA Student Services Team
Heidi Rhodes joined LACA in September 2026. She brings 24 years of experience in education ranging from elementary education, Director of Technology, ITC Support and most recently EMIS Coordinator. Heidi has served as an ITC Student Services Support Specialist, where she provided training, support, and guidance to multiple school districts related to student information systems and EMIS reporting. Most recently, she worked with Independence Local Schools as the EMIS Coordinator.
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Rittenhouse, Robert
Security Specialist
LACA Technical Team
Robert joined LACA in May 2010 after working in the IT department of a television and radio station in Zanesville, Ohio. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology/Networking. As a Security Specialist, Robert is responsible for safeguarding LACA's systems, ensuring the security and integrity of the organization's network, data, and infrastructure.
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Sadeski, Elizabeth
Student Services Support Coordinator & INFOhio Support
LACA Library Team
LACA Student Services Team
Elizabeth joined LACA in October
2006. She has a Bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University in
Human Development and Family Studies. As a Student Services Support
Coordinator, Elizabeth supports The ProgressBook Application suite which
includes GradeBook, StudentInformation, and SPS. Elizabeth also supports INFOhio.
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Spangler, Mike
Network Coordinator
LACA Technical Team
Mike joined LACA in March 2019 after graduating from My Computer Career, having obtained numerous industry standard IT certifications. Building on a twenty year technical foundation with diverse experience in CAD/CAM, CNC, and Coding environments. Long history
of customer service roles including talking to customers, resolving issues, and
cold calling. Easily adapts to changing, fast-paced environments, and new
technologies. Proven ability to work collaboratively and independently. Task
and goal oriented with good communication and excellent problem solving
abilities.
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Stoehr, Jon
Network Coordinator
LACA Technical Team
Jon Stoehr joined LACA in May of 2016. He brings with him over a decade and a half of IT experience, with more than half of that gained while working at a local career center. Jon has his Associates Degree in Information Technology, and is continuing to work on his Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems. In conjunction with his education, and experience, Jon also hold several industry certifications, the most recent being earned for VMware. Jon provides support for internet filtering, wireless services, and LACA's Datacenter infrastructure. Jon also provides backup support for video services, Cisco VoIP phone systems, and LAN support.
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Stein, David
Project Manager/E-Rate
LACA Technical Team
David joined LACA in December 2003, following eight years of service with AT&T and Bank One. As Video Services Manager, he provides technical support of the LACA distance learning program and assists with E-Rate and network services. He has served as chair of the Ohio Distance Learning Association since 2014. David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Engineering from DeVry Institute of Technology.
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Stoker, Meghan
Student Services Support Coordinator
LACA Student Services Team
Meghan joined the LACA team in September of 2008. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Malone University in Communication Arts with an emphasis in Public Relations. As a Student Services Support Coordinator, Meghan is supporting the ProgressBook Suite which includes StudentInformation, Gradebook, and SINC reporting.
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Wagner, Matthew
Student Database and Application Manager
LACA Student Services Team
Matthew joined the LACA team as of June 2022. He’s experienced and has been serving Ohio Schools around the state as an ITC Specialist since 2004. He has a Bachelor’s degree from DeVry University in Technical Management with an emphasis in Computer Information Systems. As the Student Database and Application Manager, Matthew is supporting districts’ data needs for database exports, custom reporting, custom software functionality, vendor integrations, custom software, as well as any general ProgressBook Application Suite software support or questions. He also specializes in Microsoft Excel and Access.
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