Princeton City Schools proudly celebrates Mrs. Mary Cleveland, who received the gavel at the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Capital Conference and Tradeshow in Columbus, Ohio, on November 18, 2025, marking the beginning of her term as the 2026 President of OSBA. This position reflects her long-standing dedication to public education and her remarkable record of service.
Mrs. Cleveland has been a member of the Princeton City Schools Board of Education since her election in 2013. She also serves on the Great Oaks Career Campuses Governing Board and brings extensive experience from the corporate, education, legal, and nonprofit sectors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Thomas More University and a Juris Doctorate from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law.
Within OSBA, Mrs. Cleveland has served on both the Board of Trustees and the Executive Committee and was selected as the 2025 president-elect nominee. Her leadership is widely recognized, including her listing in “Who’s Who in Black Cincinnati” and years of volunteer service with organizations such as the Girl Scouts of America and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati.
Her commitment to students, families, and communities across Ohio continues to strengthen the work of public education statewide.
You Are Invited: OSBA Presidential Installation Ceremony
The community is invited to celebrate this milestone and honor Mrs. Cleveland as she officially assumes the role of OSBA President.
Presidential Installation Ceremony
Mary Cleveland, 2026 President, Ohio School Boards Association
Saturday, January 10, 2026
1:00 PM
Princeton High School, Matthews Auditorium, Viking Village
This special event will bring together educational leaders, community partners, and supporters from across the region. All are welcome to join in celebrating Mrs. Cleveland’s leadership and her continued service to Ohio’s public schools.