Together we teach and inspire excellence for all learners
Four candidates will be elected to the board at the annual district vote on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
The three candidates with the highest votes will earn a three-year term from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029 and the candidate with the fourth highest number of votes will earn a one-year term from May 19, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
Candidates are listed below in ballot order. Click on a candidate’s name to read about their experience and interest in serving on the board.
Michelle Jennings serves as the Assistant Director of Ambulatory Pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Finance from SUNY Buffalo State University and a Master of Business Administration from Medaille College.
In addition to her professional role, Michelle is actively involved in her Gates Chili Community. She serves on the District Improvement Team (DIT) and is a dedicated member of the Policy Committee, contributing to initiatives that support student success and organizational effectiveness. As a parent of two students in the Gates Chili Middle and High School, she remains engaged in her children’s academic and extracurricular activities.
She is committed to strengthening partnerships between families, educators, and the community, and to helping ensure that every student has access to a supportive and enriching educational environment.
Adam Reinhardt is a 1998 graduate of Gates Chili and a longtime Gates resident. He and his wife, Alicia, have two children—one attending Gates Chili Middle School and one at Gates Chili High School. Adam works as a Speech-Language Pathologist in special education, supporting students who use augmentative and alternative forms of communication (AAC). He earned his B.A., in English Education from Roberts Wesleyan College and his M.A., in Speech Language Pathology from SUNY Geneseo.
Katie has served on the Gates Chili Board of Education since December 2022. A proud class of 1996 alumna, she has been a community member for 38 years and currently resides in Chili with her husband and two daughters --one a 2024 graduate now attending Syracuse University, and one a current high school sophomore. Katie led the Paul Road School and Family Association as president for four years. Katie holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Syracuse University and has worked at The Hartford for 23 years. As a Client Support Consultant, she brings extensive experience in policy administration, financial accuracy, and customer service.
During her first term, Katie has served on the Ad Hoc, Policy, and Finance, Facilities, and Audit committees; helped revise and implement the district's current Code of Conduct; and currently serves on the Long-Range Planning Study Advisory Committee. She has attended National School Board Association and New York State School Board Association annual conferences, with focus areas including staff wellness and student engagement. Katie is a strong supporter of public education, fiscal responsibility, and equitable opportunities for all students, and is seeking another term to continue the district's momentum on this important work.
Tina is the proud parent of three Gates Chili CSD students in 10th, 6th, and 3rd grades. She and her husband, Kevin, have been married for 20 years and have lived in Chili for 12. Both are graduates of Attica CSD.
For over a decade, Tina has been an active volunteer in her schools and district, contributing to school and district improvement teams, GCMS PTO, and GC Music Boosters. She serves as Co-President of the Florence Brasser Family Association and co-founded Gates Chili SEPTO (Special Education PTO).
Tina volunteers at St. Pius X Church and serves on the Monroe County Local Early Intervention Coordinating Council and the Rochester Area Literacy Council. Additionally, she is a co-leader of Dyslexia Allies of WNY and has coached youth soccer.
Professionally, Tina is a Student Success Project Coordinator at EnCompass Resources for Learning, where she supports families in navigating general and special education systems. She has also consulted with the Greater Rochester Parent Leadership Training Institute, Roc the Future Alliance, and The Children’s Agenda.
Before moving to Chili, Tina lived in Chicago and worked in nonprofit theater fundraising and education. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from St. Bonaventure University.
Angela has dedicated 25 years to the University of Rochester, building a career in research and administration and currently serving as a Senior Grants and Contracts Administrator. A Biotechnology graduate from RIT, she possesses deep expertise in managing interagency funding, navigating complex compliance regulations, and ensuring the responsible stewardship of organizational resources. Angela resides in Gates with her husband (a GC alum) and their two children, both of whom attend Gates Chili High School.
She is deeply rooted in the Gates Chili community, and her extensive volunteerism includes serving on the Walt Disney PTO and School Improvement Team, the Long-Range Planning Committee, the District Superintendent Search Committee, among additional committees and volunteer roles. Her commitment to the district has been recognized with the Gates Chili Pride Award. Whether cheering from the sidelines at athletic events or attending performance at the Performing Arts Center, Angela is a tireless advocate for the student experience. She looks forward to leveraging her professional background and community dedication to support the future success of the Gates Chili School District.
Introduction of the candidates for the Board of Education will be held on Wednesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. in the Gates Chili Professional Learning Center (GCPLC). The event will also be streamed live and recorded at the YouTube link here.