RENEWAL & NEW MEMBERSHIPS
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Renew or become a member today by utilizing our fillable form on the website. You can even pay through the website.
You can also access the membership form via the QR Link to the left. Feel free to download and send to anyone interested.
Still not sure? Come to the next meeting to see what we're about!
Administrator of the Year & Educational Office Professional of the Year
Applications for Administrator of the Year and Educational Office Professional of the Year are available via the RCAEOP webite and below. Don't delay complete today!
** MUST be completed by October 1st **
Committee: Administrator/Office Professional of the Year
- Originally from Hampton, SC
- Moved here in 2003 beacuse of her husband's job
- Fun Facts about Laurie: This year, Laurie was appointed as the NAEOP Elementary Council Chairman, and is fulfilling her last year responsibilties as Treasurer for SCAEOP. In her "spare" time, she loves traveling, shopping, going to the beach, and listening to audible books.
What is she most excited about as your committee chair?
Laurie is honored to be able to chair this committee again this year because she gets so excited to find out who is nominated and who will win!!
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
To have at least 3 participants for these awards from RD1 and RD2
Committee: Professional Growth
- Originally from Sacarmento, CA
- Lived here for 21 years due to spouse's retirement
- Fun Facts about Vanessa: She loves Jesus, Teachers, Students, and Parents!
What is Vanessa most excited about as your committee chair?
The fellowship it brings
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
True unity and growth of the organization
Committee: Bylaws
- Orginally from Youngstown, OH
- Moved here 40 short years ago with her parents
- Fun Facts about MaryBeth: She LOVES to have a great time with friends!
What is she most excited about as your committee chair?
Working around others and helping them grow
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
Getting others involved so they can learn more about what RCAEOP is about
Committee: Nominations & Elections
Ms. Dana Weaver-Pushia, member for 3 years!
- Originally from Hemingway, SC
- Moved here 17 years ago to attend college
- Fun Facts about Dana: She proudly serves in the Army National Guard and loves organizing/cleaning
What is Dana most excited about as your committee chair?
To learn more about RCAEOP and to try something new
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
To focus on improving the administration of elections and help members participate in nominations and voting
Committee: Website
Mr. Brian D. Weston, member since 2015!
- Originally from Hopkins, SC
- A true native to Richland County
- Fun Facts about Brian: He enjoys tailgating during football season. Go SC State University “Bulldogs” & UofSC!
What is Brian most excited about as your committee chair?
To dive into website design/maintenance. Love learning new software!
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
To keep all members electronically informed through consistent website updates
Committee: Community Service
- Orginally from Columbus, GA
- Moved here 25 years ago
- Fun Facts about Veronica: She loves to cook, bake, dance and shop
What is she most excited about as your committee chair?
Meeting new people with great ideas!
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
Soaring higher in this group
Committee: Newsletter
Ms. Laura Simoneaux, member since 2022!
- Originally from Blythewood, SC
- Other than some travels here and there has always been "home" in the area
- Fun Facts about Laura: Love to travel and explore but being a boy mom has her heart!
What is Laura most excited about as your committee chair?
Getting to share ideas and experiences across districts for growth
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
Experimenting to create more eye catching newsletters
Committee: Social Media
Ms. Nicole Williams, member for 7 years!
- Originally from Columbia, SC
- A local through and through!!
- Fun Facts about Nicole: She is a social butterfly, networker, very energetic, and just fun all around!
What is she most excited about as your committee chair?
The fellowship and networking
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
Just being a member of this amazing community
Committee: Scholarships
Ms. Bridget Bookert, member since 2005!
- Orginally from Columbia, SC
- Another local beauty!
- Fun Facts about Bridget: She LOVES to have fun!
What is Bridget most excited about as your committee chair?
Networking & fellowship of course
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
That we are all on the same accord to move our organization forward in a positive manner
Committee: Refreshments
Ms. Andrena McFadden, brand new memeber this year!
- Originally from Nesmith, SC
- Moved here 22 years ago
- Fun Facts about Andrena: She loves being creative with arts and crafts. Also, Andrena loves decor designing, dancing and spending time with family and friends.
What is Andrena most excited about as your committee chair?
Putting my skills to use for the enjoyment of others.
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
The most important goal I have for this year is to help in making it even more successful.
Committee: Membership/Recruitment
Ms. Maria Arias, member for 7 years!
- Originally from Colombia, S.A.
- Moved here 12 years ago with family
- Fun Facts about Maria: She is always flexible and willing to help as needed!
What is Maria most excited about as your committee chair?
To support our organization.
GOAL for RCAEOP this year?
Learn more from my colleagues.
RICHLAND COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATIONAL OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
Mission Statement
The mission of RCAEOP is to promote a high degree of integrity, professionalism, pride, teamwork, and respect of its diverse membership through networking, information, and educational opportunities.
Purpose
RCAEOP strives to elevate the standards of office professionals in education by the exchanging and pooling of information, ideas and ideals, and by providing professional growth activities, thereby increasing the ability of office personnel to contribute to more positive educational experiences for students.
