Thomson, Nancy
President
Nancy was elected to the Board in 2020 to a six-year term and her term expires December 31, 2026.
Nancy retired from Memphis Community Schools in 2018 after working for the district for 40 years in the capacity of special education teacher, elementary principal and superintendent.
Nancy and her husband Larry have been married for 39 years. Her husband also served as a member of the Memphis Board of Education. Two of their children attended Memphis. Paul went on to earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering, working as a project superintendent in construction. Joshua received his Doctorate degree in Microbiology and Immunology and now teaches at University of Detroit Mercy. Two of their grandchildren attend Memphis.
Nancy enjoys camping, reading, gardening, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. She is involved with AYSO soccer, CMH and Memphis Lions Club.
Nancy is a graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She went on to Oakland University where she earned her Master of Arts in Education.
Rosenow, Leslie
Vice-President
Leslie has served on the Board since 2020. She was re-elected to the Board in November 2024 to a six-year term and her term expires December 31, 2030.
Leslie and her husband Michael built their home 14 years ago in Wales Township. They have triplets which are in the Class of 2027. Daniel, Natalie, and Patrick have attended Memphis Community Schools since Pre-school. From the start of their attendance, Leslie became involved in many volunteer organizations affiliated with the school and/or students.
She has been a Memphis Community Schools employee serving in the capacity of a Para-Pro, a substitute lunch aide, playground aide, and office secretary. Over the years she has volunteered numerous hours in classrooms, the library, helping with PBIS and with the Elementary Parents Club.
Leslie's extracurricular activities include starting and currently leading, Memphis Girl Scout Troop 75062 and previously working with Memphis Cub Scout Pack 245. Her children are involved in Scouting, soccer, baseball, softball, and cross country. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, hiking, gardening, cooking, baking, and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Leslie has a strong background in management and administration, leadership, creative and problem-solving skills, and communication. Vocational classes helped Leslie to obtain success in career goals, hands on experience, successful management, and personal fulfillment. Her life skills have helped her to go above and beyond when necessary and her actions prove that she is a very willing, dedicated, and passionate leader.
McCue, Karyn
Secretary
Karyn has served on the board since 2004, was re-elected in November 2022 to a six-year term, expiring December 31, 2028.
Karyn and her husband, Rod, have three daughters who all graduated from Memphis, seven grandchildren, two of whom attend Memphis. She is a partner & bookkeeper of Winn Heritage Farms, LLC, (the barns with Winn on them). Community involvement: Treasurer of Blue Water Pregnancy Care Center in Port Huron, Board member of St. Clair/Macomb Farm Service Agency in Wadhams. Member, Assistant Treasurer, and Children's Church teacher at Columbus Baptist Church. Hobbies: Travel (overseas and with family), Gardening (herb and perennial), Estate Sales, Sunday dinners with family, watching grandchildren, and driving tractor.
Karyn is a graduate of SC4, with an Associate in Liberal Arts.
Bobcean, Amanda
Treasurer
Amanda has served on the Board since 2019. She was re-elected in November 2022 to a six-year term ending December 31, 2028.
Amanda was a graduate of the Class of 2003, along with her husband Josh. She is the 4th generation of her family to graduate from the Memphis school system. She lives in Riley Township with her husband, Josh and their two children Ella (Class of 2029) and Beau (Class of 2033). Amanda is an active member of the Free Methodist Church in Memphis. She is also heavily involved in the youth athletic program and has coached T-ball, softball, and soccer. Amanda enjoys sports, hunting, traveling, baking, sewing, and Disney vacations.
Amanda has a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Oakland University, as well as a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology from Central Michigan University. She is currently employed as a Registered Nurse in the emergency department for Ascension Health System.
Drewek, Lisa
Trustee
Lisa was appointed in 2021 by the Board to fill a partial term and elected in November 2022 to fill a six-year term, expiring December 31, 2028.
Lisa and her husband Robert have lived in Memphis School District for the last 26 years. They currently reside in Riley Township. They have 2 daughters, Ella (Class of 2022) and Anna (Class of 2029) who have attended Memphis Community School since Pre-school. Lisa has been involved in many volunteer organizations in the Memphis School District such as Box Tops for Education, volunteering numerous hours in the classrooms, field day activities, yearly winter carnival, athletic events, Co-Sponsor for the class of 2022 and other assorted activities. Lisa and Robert volunteered numerous hours and monetary donations to support the start of the first Memphis Jr/Sr High School Store founded by their daughter, Ella and another Memphis Class of 2022 Student, in which has been a success.
Lisa's extracurricular activities include volunteering in the community, knitting, boating, camping, traveling and most important, spending quality time with her family and friends.
Lisa has an Associate Degree in Nursing and is currently pursuing her BSN. Her specialties include Complex Case Management, Diabetes Education, Emergency Room Nursing and Intensive Care. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Baker College, Clinton Twp. in 2006 and is looking forward to advancing her career.
Lisa is excited to be a member of the Memphis Schools Board of Education and looks forward to the continued success of the district.
DeVos, Christopher
Trustee
Chris was appointed to the Board in 2025 to complete a partial term ending at the next election in November 2026.
Christopher and his wife Brandie have lived in the Memphis School district for 11 years and have been long-term residents in Richmond Township for 20 years. They have two children Brandon and Julienna. Brandon is a 2024 graduate of Memphis High school and is currently a student at Central Michigan University. Julienna (class 0f 2027) attends Memphis High School. Christopher holds an associate degree in Civil Technology from Macomb Community College and has dedicated much of his life to public service. He has been a FIRST robotics coach and mentor for 9 years. He has also previously volunteered many years with Boy Scout troop #245 and currently volunteers with Girls Scouts, MHS band boosters and a has been a member of Lions Club International for 22 years.
Christopher is employed full-time with the Macomb County Department of Roads and works in the Engineering department as a Senior Inspector for road and bridge construction. He previously has held positions as a member of the Board of Review, Cable Commission, Trustee and Township Supervisor on the Richmond Township board.
He enjoys spending time with his family camping and volunteering in the community. His hobbies include hunting and making maple syrup. Christopher and his family are very proud to be a part of the Memphis School district.
Gross, Brenda
Trustee
Brenda was appointed to the Board by the St. Clair Co RESA in 2025 to complete a partial term ending at the next election in November 2026.
Treutle, Isabelle
Student
Representative
Isabelle is a Junior at Memphis Jr./Sr. High School. She plays school and travel volleyball. She also participates in 4H showing her goat and still exhibits at the Goodells Fair. In her spare time, she enjoys baking and spending time outdoors.
After school, Isabelle is unsure what she would like to pursue but plans on going to college. Isabelle wanted to become a student representative to make learning more accessible for Memphis students. Her goal is to make sure all Memphis students are heard and their various needs are being met.
