U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige today announced that Donna Foxley will serve as the Secretary's Regional Representative for Region X. With headquarters in Seattle, Region X covers Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The Department of Education maintains 10 regional offices throughout the country to represent department programs and interests.

"I am pleased to welcome Donna to our team as we work to implement the No Child Left Behind Act and bring true education reform to our schools, districts and states," Paige said. "Working together with parents, educators, business and community leaders in the northwest states, we can make sure that every child receives a quality education and no child is left behind."

As the Secretary's Regional Representative, Foxley will serve as the department's liaison to state and local education agencies, public and private schools, colleges and universities and elected representatives of local and state government organizations. In addition, she will assist with communicating information about department programs and initiatives to key constituency groups, including parents, members of the business community and civic leaders.

Foxley, a native of Auburn, Wash., most recently taught physically and mentally challenged adults at the Christian Day Camp from 1985-2001. She served as the civilian advisor for the Washington State Patrol's Explorer Program from 1982-1984. In addition, she is completing her second term as president of King County School Directors for the Puget Sound Educational Service District.

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