To the Editor:
On November 7th, the Old Lyme voters have an opportunity to substantially strengthen the collective knowledge and leadership depth of the Regional School District 18 Board of Education. This can be achieved by electing Michael Presti.
As a fellow Coast Guard spouse and former teacher, I wholeheartedly believe Mike brings his experience and perspective as an educator and guidance counselor to the table. These are the attributes the board needs and will benefit from. He is currently an 8th Grade Social Studies teacher at the Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication in New London. Previously he taught at Teachers’ Memorial Middle School in Norwich. In addition, Mike taught leadership courses and was a guidance counselor to cadets at the U.S Coast Guard Academy.
A retired veteran from the U.S Coast Guard, Mr. Presti has served his country with distinction and now is focused on further serving his town. Mike and his wife Allyson have lived in Old Lyme since 2007. They have two daughters; one graduated from LOLHS, the other is currently attending RSD 18.
Mike is currently pursuing his 6th year Masters Program to achieve his certification from UCONN to qualify as vice principal or principal in CT schools. This program is called the UCONN Administrators Preparation Program (UCAPP) and will further enhance his knowledgeable contributions to the BOE.
Mike is currently the Co-Chair of the Old Lyme Harbor Commission. He is passionate about public service and assuring the highest quality education for Old Lyme students and families. Michael Presti is highly qualified to serve on our BOE. As a board member, he will greatly strengthen the BOE’s educational knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Please vote for Michael Presti for RSD 18 Board of Education on November 7th
Vote Row B in 2023.
Sincerely,
Traci Russell,
Old Lyme.
Editor’s Note: Michael Presti is registered as a Republican and endorsed by the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee as a candidate for the Region 18 Board of Education.