“Mansfield Adult Education is helping me get my education for FREE and get a good career. I would have never been able to get it without this program and without the best teachers that keep me motivated!”
-Jaiden Byrd
Meet Our Team
Andie Karpiak-Feasel, M.Ed.
karpiak.andrea@mansfieldschools.org
(419) 525-6380 ext. 5
Andie enjoys making connections with students, staff, residents, and community leaders across Richland, Ashland, and Crawford counties. With over two decades of experience, her background is in teaching and she now gets to continue that role as the Program Director for Mid-Ohio Adult Education.
She sees her team of teachers and staff as integral partners, steering the program through its success and challenges. Transforming the lives of adult learners brings her fulfillment, especially when collaborating with community organizations.
Beyond work, Andie cherishes moments with her family and friends. She, along with her husband has three children. In her leisure time, she takes pleasure in discovering new restaurants, watching live music, or simply unwinding with a movie night at home.
Amy Close, BA/MSW
close.amy@mansfieldschools.org
Amy enjoys supporting and encouraging students to achieve their academic advancements. Outside of work, Amy is a licensed Social Worker and licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. She enjoys teaching and mentoring new practitioners to become licensed professionals.
Amanda Doan, BA Ed.
doan.amanda@mansfieldschools.org
Amanda teaches students GED prep classes online. Also, she helps non-native English speakers improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills through our ESOL program.
Amanda is married with two kids, a dog, four cats, and a flock of chickens. She loves spending time with her family exploring, traveling, eating good food, cooking, being outside, and listening to music. Amanda looks forward to getting to know the students and helping them reach their goals!
Kathy Goodwin, BA
goodwin.kathleen@mansfieldschools.org
Kathy enjoys quality time with her family and friends. She loves spending time outdoors. During the day, Kathy is a Community Health Worker by day for families within the Mansfield City Schools and a teacher by night.
Charlene McPeek
mcpeek.charlene@mansfieldschools.org
(419) 525-6380 ext. 2
Charlene loves meeting the awesome students and being able to watch them succeed. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and long summer days in the sun.
Emily Schwan, BA
schwan.emily@mansfieldschools.org
Emily is passionate about helping students reach their full potential in their education. During the day, she is the Community Outreach Coordinator at Third Street Family Health Services. When she’s not teaching or attending outreach events, Emily can be found hanging out with her cat Toulouse, crocheting, reading, cooking, playing video games, and/or spending time with her friends and family.
Steve Wilkinson, BA
wilkinson.steven@mansfieldschools.org
Steve teachers at Mid-Ohio Adult Education Center, Madison Adult Career Center, and various community reentry sites. He is very passionate about helping others better themselves and reach their goals. He enjoys being able to positively impact the lives of others. When he isn’t teaching, Steve is spending time with his two amazing children. He also enjoys watching sports, especially football. O-H!
Nicole Young, BA
Nicole has worked with the adult education demographic for 10+ years, and is currently serving as a Career Navigator and Orientation Specialist with Mid-Ohio Adult Education. A recent graduate of Franklin University with a Bachelor of Science in HR Management, she brings fresh insight and a passion for adult learning to MOESC.
Nicole is a proud Galion alumna with deep ties to the district’s performing arts community. A former Flag Corps member, she continues to contribute as a guest choreographer and flag maker, combining her creativity and passion for student involvement with a strong sense of school pride.
Nicole is excited to make every adult student’s first impression a positive one in the Adult Education Program.