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About EFFEE
The Foundation is an organization comprised of a cross-section of community members established in 1994 to provide support and enriching programs to Essex Fells’ public-school education.
Following cuts to state aid and state-imposed limits on the annual school budget, the Essex Fells community rallied to continue the legacy of educational excellence at the Essex Fells School, by fundraising for essential programs and resources that fell beyond state mandates. The founding members consisted not only of parents of school-age children, but also of town leaders, Essex Fells School alumni, senior citizens and many other residents who wished to preserve the excellence of our school.
Since its inception, the Foundation has made grants in excess of $1,000,000 to the Essex Fells School. From technology to cultural arts to teacher development, the Foundation has played an integral role in preserving the quality of an Essex Fells School education.
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We thank you for taking the time to learn more about the Foundation. We hope that by understanding the Foundation's mission, you will join us in our efforts to ensure elevated standards for the Essex Fells School. The continued success of our town's most valuable asset depends on you and our private commitment to public education.
2022-23 Officers & Trustees
Officers:
Paige Daniels President
Stefanie Wozniak Vice President, Finance
Carrie Bobroff Vice President, Grants
Lauri Wactlar Secretary
Kelly Zarah Treasurer
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Trustees:
Erik Dykema
Robert Fink
Lauren Kovacs Liberman
Christine Lembo
Ashley Moran
Eliza Sine
Melissa Slomienski
Kate Stefanczyk
Michele Trapasso
Catherine Walsh
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Ex Officio:
Michelle Gadaleta Superintendent, Principal
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Amanda Haber Board of Education
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Ed Lavezzo PTA President
Past Presidents:
George Stanton
Stephen Gray
Carol LeCates
Gerry Nolan
Ellen Marie Peck
Ned Stern
Joanna Heaton
Carol D'Alessandro
Alexis Shaw
Debra Tedesco
Maggie O'Connor
Tricia MacEvoy
Laura Z. D'Avella
Gemma Diaco
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