Board of education

After many years away, I’m so grateful to be back in Old Saybrook—a community that has always felt like home. Returning to be closer to family and to work within the Old Saybrook school system has reignited my passion for education and reaffirmed my belief that every student deserves the resources and support to succeed. In a town where the spirit of education is strong, I’m committed to giving back through service, advocacy, and engagement.

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I bring nearly three decades of experience in public education, including 27 years working for the Montgomery County, Maryland Board of Education. My work has included roles as a Special Education Teacher from 1995 to 2019, and as both a daily and long-term Substitute Teacher from 2020 to 2022.

Since moving back to Old Saybrook, I’ve been proud to serve on the Old Saybrook Board of Education from 2022 to 2024, where I’ve focused on student-centered priorities. In addition, I’ve worked directly in the schools as a paraprofessional at Goodwin Elementary and Old Saybrook Middle School, and as a building substitute. I’ve also served as Co-President of the OSMS Paraprofessional Union, where I participated in contract negotiations with the Board of Education and legal counsel during the 2023–2024 academic year.

 

My commitment to service extends beyond the classroom. I’m an active member of the Old Saybrook Republican Women’s Club and volunteer regularly with the Estuary Council for Seniors’ Meals on Wheels program. I’ve helped serve holiday meals with the Shoreline Soup Kitchen and contributed to the Acton Public Library’s community book and bake sales.

Being back in Old Saybrook has been a gift, and I’m honored to continue supporting the students, families, and educators who make our town such a special place.