Pendleton School Board Member Profile – Anne Keeler, Vice Chair

To celebrate School Board Recognition Month in January, we are highlighting our school board members. Meet Board Vice Chair Anne Keeler: 

If you work outside the home, where do you work?
I work at 1910 CrossFit in Pendleton as a part-time gym manager.

What is your connection to the Pendleton School District?
I have two children who attend PSD schools: McKay Creek Elementary and Sunridge Middle School. My children are the fourth generation in our family to attend Pendleton schools. I have many personal connections at multiple schools through participation in parent clubs, volunteering, past employment as a Teacher and Substitute Teacher, and prior work as a University Supervisor for the College of Education at Eastern Oregon University. 

Why do you serve on the School Board?
I am committed to the belief that strong schools are essential for the greater good of our community. As a School Board member, I strive to make a tangible difference by shaping policies that directly support student growth and long-term success. Ultimately, I hope to make a lasting difference in the educational opportunities available to every child in our district.

What is one thing you love about Pendleton schools or the Pendleton community?
I love the small-town feel and the sense of genuine care that comes from such a close-knit community. After growing up in the Portland-Metro area, I truly love that a familiar face is only one trip to the grocery store away.