Programming
Central PTSA Programming
Meet the BOE Candidates 2024
Disclaimer: Meet the Candidates is a non-partisan annual event held for community education. This site is meant to be a resource for Webster residents. This event shall not be considered an endorsement or in support of any candidate.
Meet the Candidates Event:
As there are 2 candidates for 2 seats, a live event will not be held in 2024. PTSA will still collect and distribute questions from the public for candidates to address at will. We will share answers if and when they are received.
About the Election: May 21st, 2024 https://www.websterschools.org/districtpage.cfm?pageid=1869
Community residents will be asked to elect a number of individuals (depending on open positions) for three-year terms to the board of education. The candidates receiving the greatest number of votes will be deemed elected and will begin their terms of office on July 1, 2024.
Click here for more information about the roles and responsibilities of the board members or here for FAQ's. The WCSD Board of Education webpage will post the procedure for applying for board positions when the application period opens.
Candidate Questions:
Central PTSA asks the public to submit questions for the candidates on an anonymous google form through May 8th. https://forms.gle/W4eFtZDAUqzGeiY88
Bios and Photos:
With the candidate's permission, PTSA shares their photos and bios directly from the BOE Election webpage. Board members serve without pay and are listed as they will appear on the ballot.
Listed on the ballot as #1
Jeffrey McCaffrey
1140 Frawley Drive, Webster, NY 14580
(585) 329-9725
Spouse: Kimberly McCaffrey
Children: Jonathan (Webster Schroeder Class of 2023), Erin (11th grade, Webster Schroeder)
Education:
● Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (Nazareth College)
● Master of Science, Management (Nazareth College)
Professional Experience:
● 30+ years in the business field, spending the last 25+ in management (specializing in project management) in various industries including medical, manufacturing, distribution, retail, and mass transportation.
School/Community Activities:
● President, Webster Youth Sports Council (2021-current)
● Director, North Coast Boys Basketball (2018-current)
● Coach and board member, Webster Travel Baseball (2014-2019)
● As a school board member, I will bring my business, parent, coaching, and community involvement background to provide a unique perspective on the board with the goal to further evolve the foundational place the Webster School District plays in our community and the lives of our students, community members, and educators.
Listed on the ballot as #2
Michele Lowes
549 Adams Rd, Webster, NY 14580
(585) 545-1522
Children: Isabel (Webster Thomas High School Class of 2020), Kai (Class of 2028)
Education:
● The Council of Quality and Leadership (CQL)
● Bachelor of Psychology, SUNY Brockport, 2012
● Associate in Human Services, Monroe Community College, 1995
● Webster Thomas graduate, 1993
Professional Experience:
● Local Director, Person Centered Services, 2018-present
● Associate Director, Service Coordination and Children’s Health Home, Heritage Christian Services, 1995-2018
School/Community Activities:
● Webster resident over 20 years
● Isaiah House hospice volunteer
● Women’s leadership mentor
● Volunteer activities: Day of Caring, Habitat for Humanity, Heart of Dance
Red Wings Family Night : Wednesday June 1st 6:45 PM (doors open at 5:30)
Tickets: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/GroupPortalPEC.asp?HoldID=29285&SponsorID=16958&EventID=338547
Concert and Coat Apparel Drive and Distribution 2023
