At the first Board of Education meeting of the new school year. Superintendent Kevin Smith recognized Dr. Jeanine Freliech with the first Salute to Excellence award of the year.
Dr. Freliech has served in the voluntary role of medical advisor to Wilton Public Schools for the last fourteen years. 'I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts and to recognize the great service you have provided for us," said Dr. Smith.
Dr. Freliech has advised the district on a wide range of subjects, from the bird flu pandemic to the storage of epi-pens.
Board Chair Chris Finkelstein remarked 'Dr. Freliech took on the role when she was working full time and raising three daughters, she handled her volunteer medical responsibilities with her usual grace, professionalism and kindness. When her youngest daughter graduated last June, Jeanine, you decided to graduate as well. We will miss you and please know how much we appreciate you'
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