Meet The BVEF Team
Susan Tideman, Executive Director
Not a day goes by when a Blue Valley resident doesn't comment on the quality of our schools and the talent and dedication of our educators. As the executive director of BVEF, these positive affirmations fuel my drive to invite families, local businesses and organizations to make Blue Valley a philanthropic priority. Our mission: enrich educational excellence, empowers teachers and administrators to create outstanding educational opportunities for students, knowing they have the community's support to make their good ideas a reality in the classroom. Please join us in our efforts to support the good work happening in our district. I look forward to working with you.
satideman@bluevalleyk12.org or 913-239-4622
Lisa Austin, Communications Manager
Courtney Carlson, Program & Development Manager
Lisa Austin, Communications Manager
Lisa is responsible for internal and external communications for the Foundation.
“I love being able to make a connection between people," says Lisa about her role with BVEF. "Whether I’m working with community leaders, district staff or volunteers, there is nothing better than seeing how successful collaboration positively impacts our schools!”
laaustin@bluevalleyk12.org or 913-239-4109
Cindy McAlister, Business Manager
Courtney Carlson, Program & Development Manager
Lisa Austin, Communications Manager
Cindy oversees the daily financial operation of BVEF and manages over $3M in assets, grants, awards, societies and endowments.
“It has been a privilege to be a part of the Foundation’s growth over the past 20 years. I work hard to be a good steward of donor gifts to ensure the reach of the Foundation impacts students district-wide.”
cmcalister@bluevalleyk12.org or 913-239-4053
Courtney Carlson, Program & Development Manager
Courtney Carlson, Program & Development Manager
Courtney Carlson, Program & Development Manager
Courtney manages the Foundation's mental health and wellness programing in addition to annual giving campaigns.
"Our public schools are the foundation of our community and I'm delighted to be working to enhance educational excellence in Blue Valley and to be making mental health and wellness resources and programs more accessible."
clcarlson@bluevalleyk12.org or 913-239-4219
