Staff Bios
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Elizabeth Gambardella,
Executive Director
Extension 10
Email lgambardella@farnamhouse.org
Liz combines a life-long love of Farnam (having been a member
since childhood) with over 15 years of administrative experience.
Born and raised in Fair Haven, Liz is a graduate of Southern
Connecticut State University with a degree in Social Work. She is a
"hands-on" executive and involved in all aspects of
Farnam's operation. Liz is a certified
member of the Greater New Haven Association of Volunteer
Administrators.
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Frank Redente,
Operations Director
Extension 13 Email fredente@farnamhouse.org
Frank's responsibilities include program planning and
coordination, volunteer recruitment and management, and most
importantly, operations and maintenance of our facilities including
both the House and Camp. He has worked with children, teens,
families, neighborhood residents and other groups for over 30 years.
Frank's experience and knowledge are invaluable to the agency. |
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Diane Church, Office Manager
Extension 16
Email dchurch@farnamhouse.org
Diane welcomes and assists all who visit or call the agency. From
the mailman to the Mayor, Diane is Farnam's gracious hostess who
also keeps the agency operating smoothly and efficiently. Her responsibilities
relate to Budgeting, Finance, Personnel, Fundraising and a close
working relationship with the Staff and Board of Directors. |
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Cathy Maddaloni, Nursery School Director
Extension 13
Cathy has maintained a life long association with Farnam and has
worked here throughout High School and College. She has a degree in
Early Childhood Education and strives to create an educational
climate that stimulates our young learners and their parents. Under
her direction, the Farnam Nursery School has received state
licensing and has been awarded national accreditation through the
National Association for the Education of Young Children (N.A.E.Y.C.).
Her nurturing care and child-centered philosophy is evident in our
pre-school program. |
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Faith Jeter, After School Program Director
Extension 11
Faith's experience in early childhood education and program
coordination makes her a perfect match for our children and
families. She holds an undergraduate degree in Social Work and a
Master degree in Urban Studies from Southern Connecticut State
University. Faith is also Head Teacher Certified by the State of
Connecticut. Her responsibilities include program development, staff
supervision and training as well as ensuring the safety and
well-being of all participants. |
Staff Directory
Stephanie Accetullo, Youth Leadership Program Assistant
Leland Boughton, Biddy Basketball Program Assistant
Nureys DeLaCruz, After School Kindergarten Teacher
Liz Fast, Drama Instructor
Sissy Gambardella, After School Gym
Santa Garcia, After School Recreation Leader
Wesley Gary, After School Gym
Anna Grasso, After School Game Room
Gerard Gray, Game Room Supervisor - Saturday Program
Teretha Green, Youth Leadership Coordinator
Eric Greene, Pre-School Assistant Teacher
Michael Jackson, Biddy Basketball Program - Director of Players
Gwen Joiner-Morrison, Arts & Crafts Instructor
Maria Reyna, Pre-School Teacher
Alex Luna, After School Game Room
Yalinette Ortega, Afterschool Teacher Assistant
Alton Outlaw, Evening Teen Lounge Coordinator
Betty Tortora, Staff Facilitator
Ashante Warner, Evening Game Room Supervisor
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