Monarch School of New England announces its newly installed Board of Directors

From left, Julia Christenbury, Phillip Curtis, Paul Lynch, Kate Marcotte, Jean Parsons, Steve Gore; not pictured are Marlene McManus, Chris Parker, Jolene Whitehead (Courtesy photo)

ROCHESTER - The Monarch School of New England today announced its Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 school year.

Jeanette Souther, executive director, expressed her gratitude for the Board members' service.

"Since I started in this position a year and a half ago, I have been impressed by the engagement shown by the Board," she said. "In addition to their participation at meetings, members regularly help out with school and community events. Their commitment to our school's work is evident."

Board members for the current school year include: Julia Christenbury, nurse manager at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Phillip Curtis, financial adviser at Northeast Planning Associates; Steven Gore, president and chief executive officer at Alinabel, Inc.; Paul Lynch, sales manager at Hubbell; Kate Marcotte, assistant treasurer at Profile Bank; Marlene McManus, attorney at Fragomen Del Rey Bernsen & Loewy LLP; Chris Parker, president and chief executive officer at Lighthouse Credit Union; Jean Parsons, retired special education administrator; and Jolene Whitehead, branch and business development manager at Meredith Village Savings Bank.

Parsons, the board president, said she was heartened to have such a talented, passionate board.

"I am incredibly proud to serve on this board for the Monarch School of New England," she said. "Our Board comprises talented, knowledgeable, and experienced leaders who are wholeheartedly dedicated to the school's mission."

Referring to the school's 50th anniversary celebration this year, Parson added that, "This milestone allows our school to reflect on its past, and look forward to the possibilities ahead for the next 50 years. I know our Board of Directors' strategic vision will serve the school well as we move forward."

To learn more about the Monarch School of New England's Board of Directors, please visit: www.monarchschoolne.org/ourstory.

About the Monarch School of New England

The Monarch School of New England is a nonprofit day school for students 5-22 years of age with significant disabilities. The school supports students with special needs to reach their greatest potential, utilizing a comprehensive approach which integrates both education and therapy, to ensure successful transitions to school and the community. To learn more, visit: www.monarchschoolne.org.