Our Advisory Board

Dr. Smith is a husband and father of two sons; his oldest son is 
a graduate of Morehouse College and his youngest son is a student
at Howard University. He is a product of Cincinnati Public Schools. 
After high school he entered Miami University on an athletic scholarship 
where he received his BS degree in education. He continued his 
education at Xavier University earning a Master Degree in Guidance 
Counseling. As a result of encouragement from several of his mentors 
he decided to pursue a doctoral degree in which he completed in 
Educational leadership from Miami University.

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​His passion for learning and the sharing of knowledge has resulted 
in a career as an educator for over 25 years. His belief in education 
has guided his philosophy that all children have the right to receive 
a quality education. He believes that excelling in school creates 
opportunities for success; and high achievement generates possibilities 
of choices. He surmises that the more academic exposures that an 
individual discovers (encounters) then more choices of opportunities 
will be accessible.  He believes as educators it is our responsibility to
create such exposures that stimulate their minds for learning and to 
remove any obstacles that prevents opportunities.

Dr. Joyner brings over 40 years of experience in curriculum and instruction, beginning her career as a teacher of students with disabilities and Reading Specialist in the public school system. She has held the positions: Supervisor of Curriculum and Learning, Director of Curriculum, and Assistant Superintendent/ Chief Academic Officer. In the position Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Joyner was responsible for directing Curriculum and Instruction; Early Childhood Education; Research, Evaluation and Assessment; Services to Students with Disabilities and English Language Learners; Federal Programs and Professional Development. Dr. Joyner has also collaborated with institutions of higher education, state and local agencies and private foundations to improve educational services for all students and families in the Cincinnati area. Dr. Terry. B. Joyner is also the President and CEO of Systems Solutions LLC, an educational consulting company that  provides curriculum alignment, instructional management, program evaluation, coaching, data analysis and monitoring services to schools for improving student achievement. She provides professional development, technical assistance and administrative services to local school boards, community schools, sponsors and social service agencies. She received her degrees in Education from the University of Delaware (BSED 1977), University Of Maryland, College Park (M.ED, 1978), and Wilmington University, Delaware (Ed.D 1996). Dr. Joyner believes, “Schools control the conditions that lead to student success.” Quality teaching and instructions is the key to success.

Dr. WandaJean Jones is an education innovator and learning technology strategist whose work bridges K–12, higher education, and workforce development. As an Enterprise Learning Product Manager at Adobe, she leads initiatives that combine technology, data, and human-centered design to create equitable learning experiences for global audiences. Beyond her corporate role, Dr. Jones is a long-time advocate for community-based education and access. She serves as a digital learning and consulting expert supporting schools, nonprofits, and early childhood programs in building sustainable systems for learning and growth.

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A native of Kentucky, Dr. Jones brings more than twenty years of experience in instructional design, organizational learning, and leadership development. Her academic background includes a doctorate in education and current graduate studies in human resource management at Sullivan University. As a member of the ERCO Advisory Board, Dr. Jones is honored to support the organization’s mission of strengthening community schools through thoughtful oversight, collaboration, and innovation that keeps students at the center of every decision.

Fraunfelter Accounting Services formed in 2000 and since completed over 200 GAAP conversions, including over 55 CAFRs, filing over 100 non-for-profit tax reporting form package (990s), and financially forecasting/analysis for multiple local governments between Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus.
 

Mr. Fraunfelter also serves as the contract finance director at two transportation improvement districts, three port authorities and several community improvement corporations. Fraunfelter Accounting Services has served as the ERCO financial review specialist for our bi-monthly financial reporting process since July 2012. Her has adapted our review process to meet the needs of the Department of Education sponsor program through a six step process which now includes a monthly comparative review and up to two year historically trend analysis.

Jerome Johnson has spent the past seven years serving in Educational Administration, leading initiatives that have strengthened and transformed schools throughout the Cincinnati area. His work in educational management emphasizes building effective teams, improving student outcomes, and cultivating positive, innovative learning environments.

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In addition to his career in education, Jerome serves as the Director of Arts at New Prospect Baptist Church, overseeing creative programs that inspire community engagement and spiritual growth through the arts. As a recording artist and songwriter, his music—available on iTunes, YouTube, and Pandora—reflects his passion for creativity, purpose, and excellence in all forms of expression.