by Barbara Manfredi, Former Principal at Bridge Elementary School

I am writing to endorse the candidacy of Eileen Jay for School Committee.  She is an outstanding candidate and I can personally attest to her excellent qualifications.  As a Bridge parent, Eileen volunteered for years in her two sons’ classrooms and enhanced the curriculum.  Her passion for the Lexington Public Schools was apparent from the beginning. Eileen demonstrated her commitment to students and how they learn.  Eileen has a rich background in educational research.  She understands the challenges facing Lexington.  Eileen is a thoughtful, reasonable woman who advocates for all of our students.

There are many important educational and fiscal decisions to be made and Eileen has the leadership and executive skills to be involved in those decisions.  Eileen is smart and collaborative.  She will provide the necessary balance that the School Committee needs in order to be successful.  Eileen understands the key areas of need and will work toward accomplishing the mutual goals of the group.

I wholeheartedly support Eileen Jay’s candidacy and hope you will join me in casting one of your two votes for her on March 1^st.

Barbara Manfredi, Retired Bridge Elementary School Principal
Taft Avenue