Our Board of Education

The Ridgefield Public Schools Board of Education is proud of its educational program and the high standards set for our students, faculty, and support staff and is committed to improving communication between the school system and the residents of Ridgefield. We welcome your suggestions for information you would like to see on our website and encourage your involvement in our schools. Working together, we can ensure the successful future of our schools. If you’d like to contact the Board, you are welcome to send an email. All emails sent to the Board of Education are discoverable and not private.

Ridgefield Public Schools operates within our adopted acceptable use policy, responsible use, digital citizenship, and ethical standards. BOE regular meetings are the second and fourth Monday of each month, except for the month of July and when Monday is a holiday. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Special meetings are held throughout the year, as needed.

Meet Our Board

To contact the Board of Education, use boardofed@ridgefieldps.net.

BOE Values

These seven core values guide the Board of Education’s work and reinforce the commitment to serving as a single governing body. Unanimously approved on September 14, 2026, these common themes provide a framework and guiding principles for decision-making and communication.

Student-Focused – We keep the needs, success, well-being, and long-term future of students at the center of our decisions.
Integrity– We act honestly, ethically, and independently, with the best interests of our students and district guiding our work.
Respect & Collaboration – We value different perspectives, engage in open and respectful dialogue, and work together toward shared goals.
Transparency & Accountability – We conduct the public’s business openly, seek and provide clear information, follow through on commitments, and take responsibility for results.
Financial Stewardship – We are responsible stewards of public resources, making thoughtful, informed decisions about how taxpayer dollars are allocated and used to support students and the long- term needs of the district.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement – We remain open to new ideas, use evidence and reflection to evaluate our work, and continually seek better ways to serve students.
1RPS Theme – We recognize that we are one school district and community, working toward a shared purpose and building trust and connection among students, families, staff, and the broader community.

BOE Committees

BOE Facilities and Operations Committee:
Scott Sigel, Chair
Dawn-Marie Callahan
Kathryn Graf
Robert Martire

BOE Policy Committee:
Christine More, Co-Chair
Jonathan Paradiso, Co-Chair
Dawn-Marie Callahan
Angela Rice

BOE Negotiation Committee:
Tina Malhotra, Chair
Angela Rice
Kathryn Graf
Christine More

BOE Teaching & Learning Committee:
Angela Rice, Chair
Christine More
Rachel Marino
Scott Sigel

BOE Outreach Committee:
Tina Malhotra, Chair
Jonathan Paradiso
Rachel Marino