Board of Trustees

Leadership and Governance

The Board of Trustees at The De La Salle School holds the ultimate responsibility for the well-being and strategic direction of the school. Members are nominated by the Committee on Trustees and elected by the full Board. Each member is selected for their unique talents, experiences, and commitment to the school’s mission and values. Their collective knowledge and active involvement in the school’s activities ensure the continued growth and success of our institution.

The full Board convenes four times a year on campus to receive updates from various committees and the program directors at the school. These meetings are vital for discussing and guiding the school’s policies, financial health, and long-term planning. Through their dedicated service, the Board of Trustees upholds the legacy and heritage of The De La Salle School, ensuring that we continue to nurture our students’ spiritual, academic, social, and physical development.

Main Areas of Responsibility

1. Appointment of the Executive Director
The Board delegates all administrative functions to the Principal, ensuring that the daily operations align with the school’s mission and values. The Principal’s leadership is crucial in maintaining the high standards of education and care at The De La Salle School.

2. Finances
The Board sets the annual budget, authorizes fundraising activities, and ensures that the school operates within its financial limits. They are also responsible for the proper management of The De La Salle School’s endowment funds, guaranteeing the school’s financial health and sustainability.

3. Policy Making
The Board determines the school’s objectives and ensures that these objectives are met effectively. They establish policies that guide the school’s direction and oversee their implementation to ensure that The De La Salle School fulfills its mission to provide a quality education and nurture the growth of each student.

Our Board of Trustees 2024-2025

Mr. Michael Moriarty, AFSC, Esq. (Chair)

Partner
Windels Marx Lane and Mittendorf, New York, NY

Mr. Charles Arcabasso, CPA

President
Bass Consulting Group, Rockville Centre, NY

Mrs. Susan Cappiello

Retired Catholic Elementary School Principal
Bellerose Village, NY

Brother Thomas P. Casey, FSC (Emeritus)

Former Executive Director
The De La Salle School, Freeport, NY Former President, La Salle Academy, New York, NY

Mrs. Roxanna De Peña-Elder (Ex-Officio)

Executive Director
The De La Salle School, Freeport, NY

Ms. Nan Doherty

Former Principal
Saint John the Baptist Diocesan High School, West Islip, NY

Dr. Thomas Dowling

President / Officer
Long Island Spine Specialists, Commack, NY

Mrs. Joan Fishlinger

Past President
Future Leadership Foundation, Inc., Uniondale, NY

Mr. William L. Gault (Emeritus)

Former Executive Director
The De La Salle School, Freeport, NY

Brother Lawrence Goyette, FSC

Former Auxiliary Visitor
Brothers of the Christian Schools, District of Eastern North America, Eatontown, NJ

Mr. Sean King

Senior Director
CCS Fundraising, New York, NY

Mr. Thomas Kissane

Senior Vice President & Managing Director
CCS Fundraising, New York, NY

Mr. Rocco Rossini

Vice President
Seville Central Mix, Freeport, NY

Mr. Peter Scalamandre

President
Peter Scalamandre and Sons, Freeport, NY

Brother Edward Shields, FSC

Called To Rise Vocation Coordinator
Brothers of the Christian Schools
District of Eastern N. America, Eatontown, NJ

Mr. Ralph J. Somma

President and CEO
Brueton Industries, Freeport, NY

Mrs. Margaret Turano

Professor of Law Emerita
St. John’s University Law School, Queens, NY

Mr. Douglas G. Valerio

President / Owner
Mason Industries, Inc & Mercer Rubber Co. Hauppauge, NY