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Staff Bios

Elizabeth Gambardella, Executive Director

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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.

 

Frank Redente, Operations Director

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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.

 

Diane Church, Office Manager

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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.

 

Cathy Maddaloni, Nursery School Director

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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.

 

Faith Jeter, After School Program Director

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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