JEFF KLINE, CMAA (Mt. Morris), is a graduate of Mt. Morris High School. He holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Baker College and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Michigan-Flint.

 

Prior to his career in education, Jeff served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1990-95, gaining valuable leadership experience. He transitioned into the business field before assuming the role of athletic director at Mt. Morris in 2008, a position he has held since, while also serving as middle school and high school assistant principal from 2011-18.

 

Jon Studley, CMAA, former athletic director at Alpena Schools, writes, “Jeff has consistently served as a mentor, friend and exceptional leader in educational athletics. He readily offers valuable guidance and feedback to both novice and seasoned athletic directors. Jeff is always ready to support other athletic directors and has actively contributed to the growth and development of athletic programs within his community. His involvement in various committees, leagues and associations such as MIAAA, MHSAA and NIAAA showcases his dedication to professional development and mentorship.”

 

A dedicated professional with an impressive track record in educational athletics, Jeff’s commitment to the advancement of educational athletics is evident through his numerous leadership positions across the MHSAA, MIAAA and high school athletic conferences. He is a current member of the MHSAA Representative Council and has hosted over 50 MHSAA postseason tournaments, hosting every level except a state final. Jeff served on the MIAAA Executive Board from 2017-23, serving as its president in 2020-21. He was a Region 9 representative from 2015-17 and earned Region 9 Athletic Director of the Year honors in 2016.

 

Additionally, he has served on the MIAAA public relations committee, co-chaired the annual conference committee, serves as the wrestling liaison to the MHSAA wrestling committee and is the current chair for the mentoring committee. Jeff has also held leadership roles as the former president of the Genesee Area Conference (2011-18) and Mid-Michigan Activities Conference (2018-24) and currently serves as the president of the Greater Flint Athletic Administrators Association. Furthermore, he is an LTI instructor for the NIAAA and a board member for the Greater Flint Kiwanis student-athlete of the year committee.

 

Jeff and his significant other, Carrie, have five children in their blended family: sons Dr. Jeffrey Kline and wife Lauren, Jack Seymour, daughters Karli Kline, Emma Kline and Stella Seymour and grandsons Jeffrey III and Lucas. In his leisure time, Jeff enjoys golfing and spending quality time with his family at their cabin in West Branch.​