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Erin and Patrick Curley P’25, ’28
Admissions Ambassador, COVID Task Force, COVID classroom testing, Risk and Liability Committee, Parents Association Executive Committee, Sustainability Committee
Biography
For our family, Shore is more than just a school; it is a community, and we feel privileged to be part of it. A community thrives when its members give back and volunteer—especially during challenging times like the pandemic, when connection and working together were so vital to the well-being of all of us.
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Veera Farhan P’28, ’31
Admissions tour guide, CORE founding member, Class Rep, classroom volunteer, Costume Dept. Co-Chair, Library volunteer
Biography
I choose to volunteer at Shore because I believe that small moments of sharing time, skills, and talents add up to become large movements of change that all our children and greater community will benefit from.
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Britte McBride P’25
Winter Musical
Biography
“Being new to a school—especially during a pandemic—can be challenging, yet being open to meeting new people and experiencing new things creates new ties. Volunteering for something as special as the winter musical gave me the chance to give back while being the recipient of so much positivity at the same time.”
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Dayna Morton P’28, ’29
Kindergarten Class Rep, Parent Ambassador, Parents Association, Library volunteer, Shore Safari
Biography
“The strong sense of community is what drew our family to Shore and continues to be one of our favorite aspects of being part of the school. It’s definitely a place where both parents and children can be themselves and find ways to participate in school life in whatever way they feel comfortable or their schedule allows.”
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Robin Ellis P’21
Former Trustee, Advancement Committee, Giving Tree, The Shore Fund
Biography
“Shore is an amazing community where the faculty truly care about their students, inspire a love of learning, and provide an incredible educational foundation. I continue to volunteer because of the school’s community, mission, and dedication to its students. Shore was a special and important place for our family for many years, and I enjoy being able to keep giving back.”
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Lauren Ledbetter P’29, ’29
Admissions Ambassador, Parents Association Class Rep
Biography
“Shore has an exceptional commitment to its students and families—people truly go above and beyond to support children who may be struggling, coming up with creative and thoughtful solutions. As an Admissions Ambassador I can educate others about this important aspect of the school’s culture.”
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Thuy Do P’22, ’24, ’26
Shore Fund Class Captain, Parents Association Class Rep
Biography
“Shore has incredible teachers who are hard-working, friendly, and always willing to help students from a variety of backgrounds. I volunteer to give back to the Shore community and to teach my own children the value of supporting the communities that matter to us.”
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John Tucker P’11, ’15
Trustee
Biography
“I continue to support Shore because of the preparation the school gave my now adult children. Each has shown continued success with their education (and career). The foundation laid by Shore was instrumental in that success.”
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Dina Hamel P’26, ’29
Giving Tree Chair, Parents Association Class Rep
Biography
“I love the sense of community at Shore. No matter where you are on campus, you’re sure to be greeted with smiling faces. As a past educator, I appreciate the ways Shore is able to highlight the strengths of all students, and I cherish the teachers that have encouraged our daughters to work hard, take risks, and be their authentic selves. Our girls absolutely love school and, for that, we are grateful.”
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Matt Iler ’81, P’20, ’22, ’24
Shore Fund Alumni Co-Chair, Class Captain
Biography
“I volunteer for Shore because Shore has given, and meant, so much to me and my family. Shore’s Community Code is important to us as it sets guideposts for both principles and actions, and I am continually impressed with Shore’s commitment to doing things right, and well.”
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Michele Vaccaro P’24, ’27
Chair, Parents Association, and Trustee
“I’ve spent half my life volunteering or working with children and adults in some form of educational setting. Education is the key to our future, and I enjoy dedicating my time in ways that contribute to this cause and help people and communities.”
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Michelle Crafton P’27, ’29
Trustee, Parents Association Class Rep, Harvest Festival, Giving Tree
Biography
“Our teachers are amazing—they introduce ideas and concepts that help our kids understand themselves and the world around them, and they do this in a way that is age appropriate and significant to the experiences they’re having as children. We also love that our school promotes multiculturalism and that our children receive the same messages about inclusion that we promote at home.”
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Nate Morgan ’08
Alumni volunteer, Giving Day volunteer
Biography
“I stay involved with Shore mainly through the alumni and advancement office, helping spread the word about giving initiatives and reconnecting fellow alums back to the school. Though I was just a two-year student, Shore helped me immensely in my early academic years and put me on a path to have great experiences in high school, college, and beyond.”
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Jenelle Ries P’25, ’28, ’30
The Shore Fund Class Captain, Admissions Ambassador, Parents Association Class Rep
Biography
“I think the role of a community member is to support the community! I fully embrace the role of Shore cheerleader and I want my own children to see how important it is to give back what you can to the people and places that are important to you.”
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Tim McEwen P’26
Parents Association Executive member, Parents Association Class Rep, Library volunteer, Admissions Ambassador
Biography
“Volunteering has always been important to me as I love to help others in any way I can, especially at schools that Myles has attended. Being a Class Rep, library helper, kindergarten playdough maker, and PA executive member, I have loved being part of a community that feels welcoming and embraces the gifts you have to offer. I think of Shore as one large community that is inclusive of my whole family. We all have a significant role to play to promote and nourish our children’s education.”
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Sandra Bonacorso P’24
Giving Tree, Faculty/Staff Appreciation, Library volunteer
Biography
“Over the years, my now sixth grader has had countless happy days and tremendous academic and social-emotional growth—we are so grateful to Shore. When volunteering at Shore, whether it’s in the library or working with the Giving Tree, it’s been a joy to be on campus and a privilege to give back in some small way to the community that has given us so much.”
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Alexa Squitieri P ’27
Host Family Coordinator, Parents Association Executive member
Biography
“Volunteering with the PA and in Admissions at Shore allows me a greater sense of connection to the school and enables me to give a bit of myself to the people who are doing so much for our son. I cherish the incredibly special collection of people who fill the buildings—the teachers and administrators exceed my expectations day after day.”
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Arlene Verde P’24
Parents Association Class Rep
“Shore has offered an amazing and life-altering experience for my son, so I feel it’s important to give back. Participating in the PA helps me channel my energy into connecting with the Shore community on a deeper level and making an impact which I feel proud of.”
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Patti Murphy P’18, ’20, ’25
Admissions Ambassador, Host Family, Parents Association Class Rep
Biography
“I’m currently the Chair of the Parent Ambassador Program, a host family, and a Class Rep. In past years I’ve also volunteered with United in Service and the Library. I volunteer to engage with, and give back to, the Shore community. I have had the opportunity to work with and get to know some amazing families. I value the opportunity to gain insight and provide input into Shore’s programs and vision through volunteering.”
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Amanda Dobbins P’18, ’21
Shore Fund Class Captain, Library volunteer, Parents Association Class Rep, Admissions Ambassador
Biography
“I’ve participated in many volunteer roles during our family’s 13 years at Shore. I volunteer because I love being part of the Shore community, getting to know my kids’ teachers and classmates, and I cannot imagine not giving back to this wonderful community. I’ve appreciated the parent partnership from the earliest years to this moment that will launch my youngest to the next stage of his life and education.”
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Erin van Otterloo P’22, ’25
Admissions Ambassador, host family, spring 2021 Mural, past PA benefit chair
Biography
“At Shore, there are no cracks in the system. The whole child is seen, heard, and supported thoroughly. I volunteer to give back to the community that gives us so much—a high quality education, a nurturing environment, and access to educators who are masters of their craft.”
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Debra Pulpi-Friedlander P’27
Facilities Committee member
“I love seeing the level of commitment Shore teachers have to my daughter, from both an educational and an emotional development standpoint. While I work full time and my ability to volunteer is limited, I’m inspired to help in as many ways that I can.”
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Dino & Annalisa Di Palma P’25
2021-2022 Shore Fund Chairs, Board of Trustees, Parents Association Class Rep
“We volunteer because we cherish the teachers, staff, and administrators who continue to cultivate an incredible culture for students and families. We value the tremendous commitment they demonstrate to each student’s educational and personal journey.”
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Gatey Kagan P’22, ’24
Parents Association Class Rep, Fun Run, Library, Birdcage, PA Benefit
“Volunteering gives me the chance to see the students’ smiling faces during the day. I love the opportunity to be involved in their daily lives, and watch them grow and find their voice, inner artist, or new passion for athletics.”
