CDCSD Board of Education

Jodi Prosise

Dr. Jodi Prosise, President

ELECTED: April 2025
TERM EXPIRES: November 2027

Jodi is a long-time resident of DeWitt. She and her husband, Eric, are the parents of two daughters in the district who are active in academics, athletics, and the fine arts.

Jodi is a professor of engineering at UW-Platteville, where she has dedicated her career to engineering education and student success. She is passionate about supporting our schools and ensuring a bright future for all students and the DeWitt community. 

Jed Ganzer

Jed Ganzer, Vice President

ELECTED: November 2025
TERM EXPIRES: November 2029

Jed has been a proud resident of DeWitt for over 25 years and has seen firsthand how Central DeWitt schools help students thrive—especially through his own daughter’s experience as a graduate.

With 26 years as a special education teacher at Davenport West and a background in running a roofing business, he brings both educational insight and real-world perspective. As a school board member, Jed is committed to listening to the community and ensuring every concern is heard and addressed.

Roger Hill

Roger Hill, Board Member

ELECTED: November 2023
TERM EXPIRES: November 2027

Roger Hill is a lifelong resident of the Central Dewitt community. Roger and his spouse, Pamela, have two daughters and five grandchildren. Roger is recently retired from Dewitt Bank & Trust where he served the community for 51 years (1971-2022) as a Bank Trust Officer.

Roger is involved in many clubs, scholarships, and trustees in the community. Roger is also a founding board member of the The Education Foundation of Central DeWitt and a part of several other boards. Alongside his community Involvement, Rodger enjoys being a part of the RiverChor Community Chorus of Clinton and collecting and restoring antique farm tractors. 

Dan Smicker

Dan Smicker, Board Member

ELECTED: November 2023
TERM EXPIRES: November 2027

Michelle Martens

Michelle Martens, Board Member

ELECTED: November 2025
TERM EXPIRES: November 2029

A lifelong DeWitt resident and Central DeWitt graduate, Michelle is a proud parent of two Saber graduates and an active community volunteer. She manages the DeWitt Operahouse Theatre and has spent 25 years teaching special education, currently at Davenport West High School.

She believes in the power of strong partnerships between schools, organizations, and local businesses, and is committed to ensuring every student—and every staff member—has the opportunities and environment they need to thrive.

Sarah Johnston

Sarah Johnston, Board Secretary/Treasurer