Our Board and Chairs
Leeann oliveri • Co-COmmunications CHAIR
Leeann has two children at Memorial in 1st and 3rd grade, and 5th grader at Kennedy. She brings her background in communications and marketing to support the school community. When she’s not helping with PTO, she’s behind the camera, trying to sneak in a good book, or spending time with her family at the beach, in the mountains, on the sidelines, or caddying for her kids on the golf course.
kelsey hampton • community outreach & Ice cream social CHAIR
Kelsey has four kids, daughters in first and 4th grade at Memorial, a daughter in 8th grade at Kennedy, and a little boy at home. When she isn’t PTO-ing she is working at the Natick Service Council where she is the Director of Volunteers. When she isn’t driving all over town, you can find her at the hockey rink or softball field cheering on her girls. With all the free time that’s left she loves to be at the beach with a good book and a cold drink!
JEN BURDON •CULTURAL ARTS CHAIR
Jen has a 3rd grader at Memorial and a 7th and 8th grader at Kennedy. When she isn’t coordinating enrichment activities, you can find her lifting weights, cheering for her kids on the sidelines, and enjoying the great outdoors in Maine.
Kali joseph •deputy CULTURAL ARTS CHAIR
Kali (pronounced KAL-ee) Joseph is a mother to Miles (pre-K) and Everly (first grade.) She loves spending time with her family doing puzzles, making arts and crafts, playing disc golf, hiking, and traveling. For work, Kali is a freelance graphic designer offering dependable creative support to small business owners. Fun Fact: Kali used to teach math and coach volleyball and in 2014 she was selected as the Boston Globe Div. III Girls Volleyball Coach of the Year!
KARLI MOWREY • co-communications Chair
Karli has a 3rd grader at Memorial, and a 6th grader at Kennedy. When she isn’t designing colorful event ads for the PTO, she is working as an art director at a marketing firm in Boston, painting murals, and drinking fancy coffees.
Sari Coduri • Hospitality CHAIR
Sari is the proud mom of two children - a 4th grader at Memorial and a 6th grader at Kennedy. In addition to planning thoughtful events and initiatives to support the Memorial staff, Sari has a strong background in both education and real estate, with over 10 years of experience as a teacher and another decade in real estate sales. In her free time, she enjoys a good hot yoga class, walks around the neighborhood, and cheering her kids on from the sidelines.
Jesse Gaucher with her husband and two daughters in front of a beautiful sunset
Jessica Gaucher • SPIRIT WEAR CHAIR
Jesse (Gaucher pronounced Go-Shay) has a 3rd grader at Memorial and a 5th grader in Kennedy. She is proud to participate in PTO fundraising activities to support the school. Outside of the PTO, Jessica is a Home Stager and works with Real Estate agents and homeowners to prepare homes for listing. She also offers paint color consultations and helps clients select furnishings and decor for their home decorating projects. When not in Natick, the Gaucher family spends time in the mountains in VT and at the beach in RI.
ALAINA FARABAUGH •GROUNDS BEAUTIFICATION CHAIR
Alaina has a 3rd grader at Memorial and a 5th grader at Kennedy Middle School. She is an instructor and program coordinator at Showa Boston Institute, where she teaches ESL, American college readiness, and Early Education teacher prep. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and crafting with her kids.
Committee Team Members
Art to Remember:
Abby Bardin
Book Fair COMMITTEE:
Chandler Harter and Jessica Gaucher
Cultural Arts Committee:
Kindergarten: Kali Joseph
First Grade: Somdutta Saha
Second Grade: Jen Burdon
Third Grade: Sarah Bluemmers
Fourth Grade: Rachel Pascale
HOSPITALITY COMMITEE:
Sari Coduri, Melissa Hanaka, Chandler Harter and Melissa Rutherford
Room Reps:
Thank you in advance to all who volunteer!
Yearbook COMMITTEE:
Leeann Oliveri and Karli Mowrey