Our next feature for our Women’s History Month all-girls school employee spotlights is Valerie Inam 💜

She says she enjoys serving the students and helping them feel at home. “I love being part of a strong, supportive community of women.”

Her advice for young women would be: “Be true to yourself and trust the process.”

Her favorite part of working at an all-girls school is: The sense of female camaraderie. “Watching students support and uplift one another is inspiring.” ⭐️ ...

As part of our Women’s History Month all-girls school employee spotlights, we are proud to feature Michele Jerard 💜

She says her drive has always been making sure the people shes cares about have a great meal. Her kindergarten report card said “loves to play kitchen.”

Her advice for young women would be: “We often worry too much about what others think—but the truth is, everyone feels that way at times. Don’t let it hold you back.”

Her favorite part of working at an all-girls school is: in her 30 years at Emma Willard, she’s always loved the fast-paced, ever-changing environment. “It’s incredibly rewarding to watch students grow from 9th through 12th grade.” ⭐️ ...

In honor of Women’s History Month, we would like to shine a light on the incredible team of all women serving one of our all girls schools, Emma Willard 💜

We understand how unique all-girls schools are, so we recently comprised a girls school group where district and unit managers can share ideas, discuss common challenges, and explore creative ways to support the needs of these schools! 📝

Pictured above is Ana-Alysse Russo, Director of Dining Services at Emma Willard School.

She is passionate about creating a space where people feel cared for and supported. She says “good food is just one part of that.”

Her advice for young women would be: “be genuine, trust your voice, and don’t feel like you have to change who you are to make others comfortable.”

Her favorite part of working at an all-girls school is being part of a community where young women are learning, creating, and supporting one another. She also loves the opportunity she had to step into leadership. It is incredibly meaningful to her.

“It’s truly special to be a woman in a leadership role connecting with these young women, showing that we belong in any room we choose to enter.” ⭐️ ...