Gary Olds
CHECK Vice-Chairman
Manhattan, KS

My wife, Kathy, and I have four children, Rachel, 15; Brianna, 12; Meredith, 7; and Garrison, 4. We have been married for 20 years. We began home educating in January 1992 after moving to Manhattan from Kansas City. We have used a variety of curriculum over the last 7ü years. We attend Faith Evangelical Free Church where numerous homeschooling families also attend.

I have twice been Chairman of the local support group in Manhattan, known as CHIEF (Christian Homes in Educational Fellowship), and I am starting my first term as editor for our group’s newsletter. I have also worked as a skills coach for our girls and boys basketball teams.

Professionally, I am self-employed as an insurance sales representative and am also a authorized dealer for Cellular One in Manhattan, with 14 years of experience in the wireless business.