After a thoughtful and competitive selection process, the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation Board of Directors is proud to announce the appointment of Rachel Miller as its new Executive Director, effective February 9, 2026.
Miller joins the Foundation during its 40th anniversary and in the midst of exciting growth. She brings over sixteen years of experience in a combination of nonprofit management, education, and fundraising. In her new role, Miller will oversee the Foundation’s strategic vision, donor relations, and program management.
“We are thrilled to welcome Rachel to our Foundation team,” said Board Chairman, Chris Batchelder. “Her experience with nonprofit management, passion for public education and her network within our community makes her the ideal leader to help us expand our impact and support the next generation of Bartlesville students.” According to BPSF Search Committee Chair Brian Coordsen, “Rachel distinguished herself among a strong pool of applicants.”
Prior to joining the Foundation, Miller served as an Education Specialist for Community Action Resource & Development (CARD) and as the Executive Director and Development Director for Children’s Musical Theatre in Bartlesville. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Baker University where she completed significant coursework in the area of education.
“I am honored to join the BPS Foundation and work alongside a dedicated Board and the Bartlesville Public Schools staff,” said Miller. “I look forward to building on the Foundation’s strong legacy of excellence and ensuring that all of our students have the resources they need to succeed.”
The Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an affiliate of the Bartlesville Community Foundation. Since 1985, the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation has been dedicated to providing financial resources, cultivating community partnerships, and celebrating achievements to engage students, empower teachers, and enrich learning within Bartlesville Public Schools. Since 1985, the Foundation has awarded over $4.5 million to the Bartlesville Public Schools, funding programs like grants to teachers, Bruins on the Run, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, and District Initiatives. For more information on the BPS Foundation, visit the organization’s website: www.bpsfoundation.org