Meetings & Contact Information
Seven Generations Charter School Board of Trustees Meetings are typically held the second and third Tuesday of each month. The Board Agenda meeting occurs on the second Tuesday of each month and the Business meeting occurs on the third Tuesday of each month. Each Board of Trustees Meeting is open to the public.
Board of Trustees Agenda Meeting consist of two parts:
- 5:00 PM – Agenda Meeting
Open to Public
Board of Trustees Business Meeting consist of two parts:
- 6:30 PM – Business Meeting
Open to Public
Contact and Committee information:
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- To contact the Board of Trustees: bot@sevengen.org
- If you have school concerns or ideas, questions about joining the board, or would like to request that something be added to the agenda, contact the Board of Trustees at bot@sevengen.org
- View the Board Committee Goals
Board of Trustees Members
Patty McClain: Co-facilitator
Patty earned undergraduate degrees from the University of Delaware and an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Virginia. She has experience in a variety of educational settings and has worked as a teacher in public, private, and charter schools. Patty has taught students in grades K-8 and also has more than a decade of experience developing curriculum materials for middle school mathematics. She lives in Salisbury Township with her husband and two daughters, who are both current students at Seven Generations.
Patty has served as a Trustee since June 21, 2022
Todd Breinich: Co-facilitator
Todd is originally from Emmaus and now resides in North Whitehall Township with his wife, Christine, and their Pitbull, Murphy. Together, they enjoy spending time outdoors and making lasting memories with their children, grandchildren, extended family, and friends. They are actively involved in their church community and are enthusiastic supporters of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey team. He holds an undergraduate degree from United Wesleyan College and earned graduate degrees from both Shippensburg University and DeSales University. With over 20 years of experience in education, he has served in various roles at Northampton Community College and the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21 (CLIU21). Currently, he works as an Education Consultant at CLIU21, where he leads key behavioral initiatives, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and the BrainSTEPS program, which supports students recovering from traumatic brain injuries and concussions.
Todd has served as a Trustee since September, 2025
Stephen Peters, Ph.D., Treasurer
Steve has worked as a professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Lehigh University since 2003. He earned degrees from Bates College, Dartmouth College, and the University of Michigan. His research and teaching focus on the biogeochemistry, hydrology and geology of Earth. Steve is committed to supporting the environmentally connected learning woven throughout the Seven Generations Charter School curriculum.
He earned a certificate from the Tuck School of Business and has experience managing facilities. On the board, he helps with finances, facilities planning, and supporting the curriculum.
Steve lives with his family in Zionsville, and they enjoy camping, gardening, and sailing.
Steve has served as a Trustee since June 23, 2015.
Bethany Stempert
Bethany earned a Bachelor of Science in Inclusive Childhood Education from Houghton University in Western New York, then a Master of Education, Reading and Literacy degree from Walden University. Her experience includes work as a general and special education teacher, preschool director, education consultant, behavior specialist, and adjunct instructor. Bethany is a parent to two current SGCS students and one alumni, and loves being a part of this school community.
Bethany has served as a Trustee since November 15, 2022
Bethany has served as a Trustee since November 15, 2022
Erin Frederick, Secretary
Erin Frederick graduated from Penn State University with a B.S. in Environmental Resource Management and a M.P.S. in Community and Economic Development. She works for Penn State Extension as the State Master Watershed Steward Coordinator, a volunteer program that provides training, resources and ongoing support to volunteers that want to engage in environmental restoration projects and educational programs throughout Pennsylvania. Erin is a parent to a current SGCS student.
Erin has served as a Trustee since November 21, 2023
Tom Gettings
Tom Gettings has dedicated his career and community service to environmental stewardship and local engagement. He was a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps and has a BFA from Temple University. He served as Director of Photography at Rodale, Inc. for 27 years before joining The Wildlands Conservancy, where he spent 15 years as Director of Special Projects. Tom is currently the Chair of the Environmental Advisory Council for Upper Saucon Township and has been a member of the Lehigh County Agricultural Preservation Board since 1993. He also serves on the Remembrance Garden Board in Emmaus.
A longtime resident of Upper Saucon and 55-year resident of the Lehigh Valley, Tom and his wife Linda are proud parents of three children and grandparents to seven, including one Seven Generation student.
Tom has served as a Trustee since February, 2025
