President
sluck@lindenschools.org

Shari has lived in the Linden Community School district for many years, and graduated from Linden High School in 1996.  She and her husband Norm have three children enrolled in Linden Schools– Mitchel, Mason, and Ryleigh.  Shari enjoys attending, coaching, and being deeply involved with her kid’s activities and sports.  She treasures their family time, camping trips, and outdoor adventures together.

Shari holds a Masters of Science in Operations Management, with a certificate in Global Leadership from Kettering University, and Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Michigan-Flint.  Shari has worked at Kettering University for 20+ years, working currently with all freshman level students, as the First-year Experience Coordinator & Instructor, through the university’s Academic Success Center.  She brings her experience and passion for working with students, along with a leadership and management background to the board, and hopes to make a positive impact on Linden Schools, for many years to come.

Vice President
smaker@lindenschools.org

Scott has lived in the Linden Community School district since 2001.  He moved to the area with his wife Jennifer, daughter Morgan (Class of 2011) and son Collin (Class of 2014). A longtime resident of the Flint area and graduate of Swartz Creek High School and the University of Michigan – Flint, he was drawn to the area for its small town atmosphere, the strong sense of community and excellent quality of education within the schools. He and his family found more than a place to live in Linden, they found a community where they were welcomed and could grow through their involvement in a variety of activities and opportunities, giving back to the community they call home.

A strong believer in service to others, his philosophy is that the greatest impact we can have on the course of our lives is being actively involved at the local level.  His desire to help ensure our children have access to the highest quality education led him to Linden’s Board of Education where he was first elected in 2008. In addition to his service to the District, Scott remains active in the community and supports our Eagle Athletes in various capacities including public address announcer. He is a combat veteran and recently retired from the U.S Marine Corps with the rank of Colonel after 30 years of service and manages security and protective services for a corporation in the Detroit area.

Treasurer
dhaney@lindenschools.org

David and his wife Susan have lived in Linden since 2001 and have three children that attend Linden Schools.  He worked in, and owned, a long term care facility for 20 years and transitioned into the insurance and financial services industry in 2015.  He is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator and Insurance Producer.  He enjoys being deeply involved in athletics and has had the honor of serving as a founding board member of Linden Youth Football, Summit Wrestling and Rip City Baseball.  He also serves on the board of the Linden Athletic Boosters.  Previously, he served for 13 years on the board of directors for SCI-Novi which has a primary focus to educate teachers and children about conservation and the active role outdoorsmen play in that process.  He brings his passion and experience working for numerous nonprofits that benefit our area children and looks forward to being an active participant in helping our community and district through the victories and challenges.  

Secretary
bhansen@lindenschools.org

Brook Hansen grew up in Essexville, Michigan, and after graduating from high school, attended Northern Michigan University where she earned a BS in Environmental Conservation and Biology. Following college, Brook and her husband Michael relocated to Holly where they lived for sixteen years. In 2018 they relocated to Linden, looking for a town with a good school district as their twin daughters, Britta and Mikaela were approaching school age. 

Brook currently serves on the board of a non-profit, and in her spare time loves to tend to her vegetable garden and spend time with her family at their camper on the lake. She feels honored to serve her community as a trustee on the board of education. 

Trustee
jmontague@lindenschools.org

Jarrod was born and raised in Linden and graduated as the Valedictorian of the Class of 1994. He graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in 1998 with two Bachelor of Science degrees: Biology and Biopsychology & Cognitive Science. He then completed a year of coursework toward a Master of Science in Epidemiology within Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine. Jarrod has been married to his wife Stephanie for 18 years and they have five children in Linden Schools: Max, Evan, Mila, Liv & West. He serves as the Finance Director and drummer in the Praise Band at Linden Presbyterian Church, has a heart for service and philanthropy, and is an active advocate for foster care. He has worked for a commercial real estate company for 15 years as a service provider to a major automotive manufacturer in the realm of facilities maintenance. Jarrod was elected to the Linden Board of Education in 2020 and looks forward to helping the district navigate and implement strategies to make Linden the safest and best place in the area to educate and nurture our children. In his leisure time, he enjoys playing drums, spending time on Lobdell Lake with his family, vacationing around Michigan, seeing live music, writing, reading non-fiction, and watching documentaries.

Trustee jrynearson@lindenschools.org

John has lived in the Linden Community School district since 2013.  He moved to the area with his son Case. He is a longtime resident of the Fenton/Genesee area and a graduate of Powers High School and the University of Michigan – Flint, where he holds a MBA. He has made many lasting friendships and connections and wants to continue to share and grow in the success of Linden. He has been a local business owner and an active corporate team player.  

His desire to help ensure our children have access to the highest quality education led him to Linden’s Board of Education. During his free time, you can catch him golfing or ice fishing, and started bowling last year. He loves to spend time with his family and friends, and his two dogs.

Tabitha Ramberg was born and raised in Linden and graduated with the class of 1998. She has been married to her husband Anthony for over 20 years and their son recently graduated from Linden in 2024, their daughter will be graduating from Linden in 2025. Tabitha graduated from Michigan State University in 2003 with a Bachelor’s Degree in General Business Management. Tabitha and her husband were active members of the Linden community, coaching multiple youth sports and being highly involved in any classroom activity or field trip presented while their children attended Linden Schools. She loves spending time with her family and enjoying Lobdell Lake with friends. Tabitha has a strong desire to make sure the district is always focused on academic excellence, safety, transparency, and supporting educators and staff while maintaining family values. She is very grateful for the community's support in maintaining and advancing the high standards of academic excellence in the Linden Community School District.

Newly Elected-takes office in January

I have lived in Linden Community School District since 2017. My husband, three children, and myself relocated from central Illinois and have embraced Michigan as home. We were drawn to the small town feel and strong school reports on quality of education. In my free time I enjoy reading, baking, and spending time with family and friends. I have a bachelor’s in elementary education and a master’s in special education with a concentration in cognitive impairment. I currently work as a resource special education teacher in Hartland. I am always striving to do better for students and believe that Linden is fortunate to have incredible teachers. I am honored and thrilled to team with Linden schools to strengthen and grow opportunities for students while navigating ever changing policies and legislation.