Decision Maker

Jen Schneider

Canandaigua School Board

New York

Jen Schneider is an elected official serving on the Canandaigua City School District Board of Education in New York. She was first elected in 2017 and has since focused on enhancing educational policies and community engagement. Schneider is a professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where she holds the position of FRAM Chair, emphasizing her commitment to academic excellence and innovation. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree from Roberts Wesleyan College and advanced degrees from the University of Rochester and the University of Massachusetts. Schneider's leadership is characterized by a collaborative approach, advocating for student success and transparency in school governance, making her a vital member of the school board.