Staff Bios
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Elizabeth Gambardella,
Executive Director
Extension 10
Email farnamhouse@earthlink.net
Liz combines a life-long love of Farnam (having been a member
since childhood) with over 25 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 14 Email fredente@farnamhouse.org
Frank began his career at Farnam as a volunteer coach, and was
hired on a part-time basis working in the Afterschool Program. He
became Recreation Coordinator in 1977. Around the same time, the
Saturday Biddy Basketball Program was started with 4 teams. Under
Frank's direction, the program has grown tremendously and today is
known throughout the City and State. In 1990, Frank became Camp
Director and then Waterfront Director serving in these capacities
for 20 years. In 2003, Frank was awarded the FNH Community Spirit
Award, and he is also a proud recipient of The "Gold Ring"
from the Boys and Girls Club Alumni. Frank has touched the lives of
many young people during his tenure at Farnam. Many of those same
youth are now parents actively involved in our programs at Farnam
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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 15
Email cmaddaloni@earthlink.net
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
Email faithjeter@earthlink.net
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. |
Part-Time Staff Directory
After School Program
Marshall Cooper, After School Group Leader
Sissy Gambardella, DCF Group Leader
Santa Garcia, After School Homework Help
Anna Grasso, After School/Summer Rec Coordinator
Jane Lewin, Drama Instructor
Guadalupe Lopez, Arts & Crafts Instructor
Edgardo Muņiz, 21st Century After School Program Teacher
Yalinette Ortega, After School Game Room Instructor
Leo Tirado, After School Program Assistant
Jaron White, After School Group Leader
Nursery School Program
Cathy Maddaloni, Pre-School Director/Head Teacher
Maria Reyna, Pre-School Teacher
Evening And Weekend Programs
Leland Boughton, Biddy Basketball Program Assistant
Michael Jackson, Biddy Basketball Program - Director of Players
Faith Jeter, Youth Leadership Coordinator
Betty Tortora, Staff/Parent Facilitator
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