Jody Schnetzler Jody Schnetzler was a popular and skilled Art educator, who retired from Ithaca Schools following a 30-year career inspiring many young artists to find creativity and confidence within themselves. A graduate of Saginaw Valley State University, Jody lived and worked in northern Michigan and was involved with art center development and programming prior to coming to the Mid-Michigan area. A successful artist experienced in all mediums, her favorite subjects reflected nature, creative design and color theory.