Mr. Bontempo joined the Lake County Educational Service Center as
Assistant Superintendent in 2005.   Prior to working for LCESC, he served as principal at Willoughby South High. His background also includes serving as asssistant principal for both middle and high schools, director
of technology and teaching in local school districts.

Mr. Bontempo has served as interim superintendent since the resignation of Dr. Linda Williams in October of this year.