Heyer, a Staples High School graduate herself, received an MBA from the Columbia Business School, following a 10-year career at American Express. She has been an active PTA member, working on various committees, and also coaches soccer.
Town Clark Patty Strauss went to Heyer’s home tonight to swear her in live, alongside her husband and three children, so she became a participating member of the board immediately.
BOE Secretary Elaine Whitney said six candidates applied for the open seat last month, which was left for a Republican to fill.
“We have been extremely fortunate in Westport to have an exceptional pool of candidates for this vacancy,” she said, noting that three of the candidates were actually interviewed by the board, with Heyer and one other candidate undergoing a second interview.
“I’m looking forward to working with all the existing board members, as well as the administration … as we really work to navigate a path forward in what (is a) very unexpected and challenging time,” Heyer said.
“I know there’s definitely some work there,” she said.
Heyer, a Staples High School graduate herself, received an MBA from the Columbia Business School, following a 10-year career at American Express. She has been an active PTA member, working on various committees, and also coaches soccer.
Town Clark Patty Strauss went to Heyer’s home tonight to swear her in live, alongside her husband and three children, so she became a participating member of the board immediately.
BOE Secretary Elaine Whitney said six candidates applied for the open seat last month, which was left for a Republican to fill.
“We have been extremely fortunate in Westport to have an exceptional pool of candidates for this vacancy,” she said, noting that three of the candidates were actually interviewed by the board, with Heyer and one other candidate undergoing a second interview.
“I’m looking forward to working with all the existing board members, as well as the administration … as we really work to navigate a path forward in what (is a) very unexpected and challenging time,” Heyer said.
“I know there’s definitely some work there,” she said.
