School Health Advisory Board

The School Health Advisory Board (SHAB) assists with developing health policy in Albemarle County Public Schools and evaluating the status of school health, health education, the school environment, and health services.

Code of Virginia Reference: § 22.1-275.1. School health advisory board.

2022-23 Meeting Schedule

SHAB meets quarterly, but also by special session at the request of the Superintendent or School Board.

  • September 20, 2023 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
  • January 17, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
  • March 20, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
  • May 15, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

SHAB meetings are open to the public.

SHAB Members:

SHAB membership includes perspectives from parents, students, health professionals, educators and other community members.

  • Brenda Doremus-Daniel, Rio District 
  • Mark Niehaus, Rivanna District
  • Vacant, Samuel Miller District
  • Vacant, Scottsville District
  • Kristy Davis, White Hall District
  • Rebecca Abernathy, At-Large
  • Erin Callas, Blue Ridge Health Department
  • Lori Balaban, Albemarle Medical Association
  • Gemila Bouber, Superintendent's Appointee
  • Christine Eagleson, Superintendent’s Appointee
  • Melissa Sabol – Journey District 
  • Eileen Gomez, ACPS Employee
  • Kevin Kirst, ACPS Employee
  • Christina Pitsenberger, ACPS Employee
  • Chris Siebert, ACPS Employee
  • Vacant, Samuel Miller District

School Health Advisory Board - Meeting Minutes

2020-2021

2021-2022

2022-2023