It has been an honor to serve on the Cranford Board of Education over the past three years. The work of supporting our students, educators, and community has been deeply meaningful, and I am grateful for the opportunity to help shape the future of Cranford schools.

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I hold a B.A. in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master’s in Special Education. After nearly a decade in advertising as a media negotiator, I followed my passion for education and became a first-grade teacher in the New York City Public Schools, where I discovered a deep commitment to advocating for children. In 2023, while serving on the Board, I returned to the classroom as a Special Education teacher—an experience that has given me firsthand insight into the challenges educators face and the support students need.

 

Cranford has been home to my family for over 20 years. My husband and I chose this town because we knew it was where we wanted to raise our children. We now have three children who have each walked their own unique paths through Cranford Public Schools. My oldest graduated from Cranford High School in 2023 and is currently studying to become a teacher herself. My son is a sophomore at Rutgers University, and my youngest just graduated from Orange Avenue School and is starting high school this fall. One of my children has an IEP, and advocating for their success has shown me how essential it is that every family feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their child’s education. That experience has deeply informed my approach to board service.

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Over the years, we’ve immersed ourselves in many parts of the Cranford community—from cheering our children on in soccer, baseball, basketball, and track, to volunteering with the Cranford Alliance Church, St. Michael’s Mom’s Group, Girl Scouts, the Cranford Soccer Club, Newcomers, and the Jaycees. We feel very fortunate to call Cranford our home.

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Before joining the Board, I served as Vice President and President of the Orange Avenue School PTA and then Vice President and President of the Cranford Parent Teacher Council (PTC). These roles gave me a valuable opportunity to listen to families and advocate for students. I’ve also had the privilege of serving on the following committees: CPSD Strategic Planning Council, CPSD Referendum Exploration Steering Committee, Cranford Police Department Community Advisory Board, Joint Action Committee on Underage Substance Abuse, two CPSD Pandemic Response Committees, and The Equity and Inclusivity Initiative. In addition, I’ve served as the parent representative on CPSD hiring committees for multiple leadership positions, including principals, vice principals, the Director of Special Education, and several department heads.

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As I seek re-election to the Board of Education for another three-year term, I understand firsthand the importance of meeting the needs of every learner and ensuring every student feels supported and valued. I treasure the relationships I’ve built with parents, students, teachers, administrators, and union representatives, which guide my decisions for our schools. I remain committed to strong academics, social-emotional well-being, and enriching extracurricular opportunities. I also work to balance school improvements with fiscal responsibility, as reflected in the recent referendum, which advanced full-day kindergarten and updated school facilities while being mindful of the community’s investment.

Serving on the Board has been a privilege, and it would be an honor to continue this work—advocating for every student, supporting our educators, and partnering with the community to ensure that Cranford schools remain a place where every learner can thrive.