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​Bobby,

Born and raised in Ashtabula County, have dedicated my life to serving the community that shaped me. For 23 years, I’ve been an educator at Geneva High School, teaching Computers, Business, and Technology, and helping students build skills that prepare them for the real world. Along the way, I also spent 20 years coaching Volleyball and Track & Field, mentoring young athletes and teaching the value of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.

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For the past five years, I’ve also managed one of the top valet companies in Cleveland, where professionalism, responsibility, and trust are part of everyday life. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or in business, my focus has always been on leadership, confidence, and doing things the right way.

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Rebecca,

A proud graduate of Geneva High School and lifelong resident of Geneva — has built an incredible career of her own. For over 20 years, she has been a highly successful and talented hairdresser, as well as a permanent makeup artist and tiny tattoo artist. We’ve been married for 13 years and are blessed with two boys who attend Cork Elementary School. Faith, Family and Community are at the center of everything we do.

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We are incredibly excited to bring this new opportunity to our area through Great Lakes Driving Academy. Founded with one simple goal, to help new drivers feel confident, capable, and calm behind the wheel, our school is inspired by the steady strength and reliability of the Great Lakes themselves. We believe learning to drive should be a supportive experience, not a stressful one.

Our mission is simple: Hometown training for Lifelong driving.

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We are committed to building the best team and staff to provide the highest quality driver education in the area. We take pride in developing responsible drivers who understand the rules of the road, respect others, and drive with confidence. When you learn with Great Lakes Driving School, you’re not just learning how to drive, you’re learning how to drive well, for life.

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Lisa McQuoid-Newsome,​

A life long resident, born and raised in Ashtabula and I have dedicated my life to serving the youth in many capacities.  Currently, I am serving as the Superintendent of the Ashtabula Area City Schools and have been in education for 30 years shaping student success from the classroom and beyond.  Learning from both of my amazing parents, my career is defined by leadership, commitment and the understanding that hard work pays off.  A graduate of St. John High School and Baldwin Wallace University, competing as a two-sport collegiate athlete, I earned a BA in Education, completed my master’s degree at Youngstown State University and obtained my superintendent licensure from Ursuline College.  Serving as a Head Volleyball Coach for 17 years and coaching track for more than 20 years with my brother, we were able to impact generations of student-athletes. Above all, I am a proud mother of two amazing boys~one attending Coastal Carolina University and the other a high school junior, whose dedication, perseverance, and strong work ethic reflect the same values that have guided my journey.

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From a mom standpoint when my youngest son was attempting to get hours to complete his driving credentials, I understood then, the need for this business.  We are excited to serve the youth of Ashtabula County to make them responsible drivers, but most importantly making it a friendly, yet impactful experience and emphasize the importance of being a safe and knowledgeable driver.