Governance
Waldorf schools operate with a governance structure of shared leadership. HVWS is governed by a Board of Trustees and a College of Teachers, and is supported by an Administrative team. The Board of Trustees is responsible for financial, legal, and property matters. Decisions about teaching matters belong to the College of Teachers, drawn from faculty leadership.
The Administration oversees the daily operations of the school. The Executive Director serves as a point of contact for parents with questions or concerns.
Trustees
Executive Director
College of Teachers
Trustees
Trustees Mission Statement The Board of Trustees of the Housatonic Valley Waldorf School is responsible for the financial stability, physical well-being and legal interests of the school. We serve and support the community in the achievement of the school’s mission.
2025-26 Trustees Current
- Damian Ortelli, President, HVWS Parent
- Amy Tilford, Vice-President, HVWS Parent
- Naveen Terway, Treasurer, HVWS Parent
- Sara Wiley, Secretary
- Cortneigh Colburn, HVWS Teacher and HVWS Parent
- Carrie Reilly, HVWS Teacher and Alumni Parent
- Emily Remensperger, Alumni Parent
- Allyse Sarubbi, HVWS Parent
2024-25 Trustees Former
- Bernardo Navarro, Vice-President, HVWS Alumni
- Michael Unschuld, HVWS Alumni
2023-24 Trustees Former
- Natasha Daniels-Pearson, Former HVWS Parent
- Sunshine Lucas, President, HVWS Parent
- Marcela Perez, HVWS Teacher and Alumni Parent
2021-22 Trustees Former
- Charlotte Bergmans, President, HVWS Alumni Parent
- Chip Parrish, HVWS Parent
- Daniela Squizzato, Secretary, HVWS Parent
- Lisa Tassone, HVWS Parent
2020-21 Trustees Former
- Laura Stotz, President, Former HVWS Parent
Executive Director
College of Teachers
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