Board oFFICERS

Danny serves as the Chair of the Bear Lake Education Foundation, bringing over a decade of experience as a communication consultant and leader. In his current role as Strategy & Operations Manager at Allstate, Danny is responsible for developing and implementing strategic programs within the Law & Regulation department. His expertise in strategic communication, employee engagement, and cross-functional leadership has been honed through various influential roles, including leading communication efforts for Allstate's compliance and ethics programs. A graduate of Idaho State University, Danny is passionate about fostering academic excellence in the Bear Lake School District. He lives in Bennington with his husband, Nic, their three dogs and two cats.

Brandi serves as the Vice Chair of the Bear Lake Education Foundation and is beginning her second year on the board. Brandi brings over a decade of experience in project management and coordination of cross-functional teams in the public and education sectors. She currently works as a Software Implementation Project Manager and Business Analyst at BridgeCare, an education technology company supporting the mission of increasing access to quality early care and education for families and communities. A 2002 BLHS graduate, her passion for education and community involvement first led her to serve on the Bear Lake School District board of education, an experience that inspired her to join the BLEF board. Brandi values the opportunity to stay closely connected to her community and contribute to the initiatives that matter most to families. She looks forward to working collaboratively with the board to strengthen education in the community and build lasting opportunities for students. She lives in Liberty with her son and appreciates the natural beauty and outdoor opportunities of the Bear Lake area.

Tabetha serves as the Secretary of the Bear Lake Education Foundation and the teacher representative for Bear Lake High School. A Bear Lake native, Tabetha graduated from BLHS in 1993 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in English from Idaho State University, followed by a Master of Arts in English from the University of Idaho. Before returning to Bear Lake in 2010 to teach at BLHS, she spent a decade teaching college English, primarily at San Diego State University. Now in her 25th year as an educator, Tabetha’s commitment to fostering educational excellence is stronger than ever. Her passion for education is reflected in her long-standing involvement with BLEF, where she has contributed significantly to initiatives that provide students and teachers with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. Tabetha’s dedication to her students and her community exemplifies her belief that every student in Bear Lake deserves access to a high-quality education.

Mauria serves as the Treasurer of the Bear Lake Education Foundation and has been a dedicated member of the Board of Directors since 2004. A Bear Lake High School graduate, Mauria earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Idaho—Go Vandals! She began her career as a medical billing specialist in Moscow and Boise, before returning to Bear Lake 20 years ago to work alongside her father, Gary Teuscher, in his CPA firm. Mauria brings valuable financial expertise to the foundation, managing taxes, payrolls, and bookkeeping. Her involvement with BLEF was inspired by her father’s legacy, and she is committed to ensuring that the foundation’s funds are used effectively to support students and teachers. Mauria is passionate about her community and takes great pride in the positive impact BLEF projects and teacher grants have on local schools, reinforcing her belief in fostering educational excellence throughout the district.

Aimee is the Executive Director for the Bear Lake Education Foundation and the Grant Writer for the Bear Lake School District, where she helps advance new educational opportunities by securing funding for programs, classes, and school improvements. For the past eight years, she has worked as an Industrial Hygiene Technician at the hospital in Soda Springs, performing audiometric and pulmonary function testing for patients and mine employees, and while she continues to enjoy that work, she is excited to expand her impact through grant writing. Motivated by the opportunity to improve the experiences and lives of students, Aimee joined the BLEF at the end of September and is committed to building on the strong legacy of the previous Executive Director and Grant Writer. Growing up in Bear Lake, she has seen firsthand how the community comes together—especially for those in need—and she loves the support the schools consistently receive. Her favorite part of working with BLEF is hearing the passion of the board, seeing how deeply everyone cares about the students, and collaborating with people who work tirelessly to achieve the Foundation’s mission.