23 April, 2012
I am writing to endorse Jean Bertschmann for re-election for School Committee. I have
known Jean for over ten years. We met when our daughters were in kindergarten
together. She has been a friend and someone I have worked with in several capacities
over the years. I was able to see Jean in action as she led the HPTA. She was forward-
thinking, innovative, approachable and very dedicated. She attended all the events,
whether she needed to or not, just to show her support. I became active with the SPEAC
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council) board and have been the liaison to the
School Committee. I always found Jean willing to listen and advocate for all Hopkinton
school children. Jean is very intelligent, a graduate of Williams College, cool-headed,
open, approachable, hard-working and dedicated to ensuring that the children of
Hopkinton receive a great education. These attributes, along with her experience from
the last year, will serve us well, as we figure out solution/solutions for Center School.
This is why I am supporting Jean for School Committee on May 21st in the polls.
Thank You.
Maura McNamara
13 Smith Road
