Jonathan Schneider Elected President of Mahopac Board of Education

Mahopac Board of Education
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The Mahopac Board of Education had its reorganization meeting earlier this month and chose new leaders for the 2024–25 school year. On July 8, Jonathan Schneider, a lifelong resident and graduate of Mahopac High School, defeated Ben DiLullo by a vote of 5 to 4 in a hotly contested presidential battle. 

Schneider remarked to the community, district managers, and other board members, “I’m excited to hit the ground running.” “We must maintain professionalism and an open mind.”

Schneider, a former member of the Carmel Town Board and member of the U.S. Marine Corps, stated that he would be reaching out to other board members in order to develop a district priority list. He also said that he would endeavor to “build consensus” and improve communication. DiLullo, a Mahopac resident of 25 years, had previously held the position of board president. He stated that some of his goals as president would have been to involve the community more and have the board “go back to the basics.” 

“The board needs to operate effectively and with laser focus. We should be more focused on the goals,” he said. “We expect our students to have compassion, empathy, and collaboration. The Board of Education should be expected to operate with the same core values.” 

Following Schneider’s appointment, the board nominated Fernando Martinez as vice president after he was recommended by Schneider for the role. Martinez is a 15-year Mahopac resident, a 19-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a board member and coach with the Mahopac Soccer Club. 

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