Ben Lehman Elected to HHSC School Board
Last Tuesday, Ben Lehman, a 2003 graduate of Hamilton Heights, was successful in his bid for the White River Township seat of the Hamilton Heights School Board. Lehman is the first Heights graduate of this century to be elected to the board. He will begin his first term in January 2023. The Lehman family, includes (above, left to right) Audrey, Caleb (Hamilton Heights class of 2033), Faith (Hamilton Heights class of 2030), and Ben).
“I feel very blessed and humbled,” said Ben Lehman after Tuesday night’s election win. “I am also extremely grateful for all the supporters who helped secure the White River Township seat on the Hamilton Heights School Board.” Lehman steps into the seat held by Doug Ozolins for the past eight years.
Lehman is a lifelong resident of Hamilton County and is a CPA and part owner of Lehman and Company in Noblesville. He has always had a heart for serving, his family, his church, his community, and his clients. He is the treasurer for Victory Chapel Community Church and the 50 Club of Hamilton County and is a board member of Hamilton County Extension Board as well as the co-commissioner for the Hamilton Heights Youth Football League.
Ben has served as a 4-H volunteer for 17 years, while serving as Swine Barn superintendent for eight years giving back after his 10-year 4-H career. He has been a baseball, basketball, soccer, and football coach for his children’s teams.
“Ben Lehman joins an exceptional and seasoned team of public education advocates,” said Dr. Derek Arrowood, HHSC Superintendent. “He is excited and enthusiastic to serve. Moreover, Ben is deeply invested in the community, wants to learn, and make impactful contributions in this role. I believe he will use his energy, experience, and time to make Hamilton Heights an even better place for students to learn and achieve.”
“We are extremely grateful to Doug Ozolins for the many contributions he made at the district, community, and state level during his tenure,” added Dr. Arrowood. “He has left a legacy that will continue to positively impact our students well into the future. We know Doug will to be involved through other roles to continue to make a difference at Heights.”
Lehman said he is looking forward to taking his career knowledge, volunteer experience, and service-oriented heart to make Hamilton Heights the best it can be. “I want to serve as a strong liaison between the kids, parents, teachers, staff, and property owners of this great community,” he noted.
In addition to Lehman, Hamilton Heights’ five-member school board consists of Dr. Kevin Cavanaugh, Arnett Cooper, Julie Davis, and Gretchen Pennington.