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The Little French School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and as such is governed by a Board of Directors. The Board is a critical component of our school as it is legally responsible for fundraising and strategic oversights of the school. The Board is also responsible for ensuring the school's financial stability and sustainability and has the duty to make sure the school is effectively operating to fulfill its mission and serve the community.
Our board is composed of current parents, alumni parents, and community members. We require at least one-year commitment to be on our board, however, board members can serve as long as they would like. We are grateful for your service!
If you care about early childhood education and the French language, we would love to have you join our board. Please contact us at bonjourlfs@gmail.com.
Tory Heldt, Board Chair
Coming soon...
Cindy Huang, Board Vice Chair
Cindy Huang is a child psychologist and an associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of Oregon. She is a new transplant to Eugene from New York City and discovered LFS through social media. As a French double major in college and self-proclaimed Francophile, this seemed like an ideal school! After meeting with the wonderful teachers at LFS she was sold - the Pre-K classroom has been a wonderful mix of academics with social emotional development. Cindy is a mom of three kids ranging from middle school to Pre-K. She loves eating great food, traveling with her family, and discovering new activities in and around town.
Caroline Lafferty, Treasurer
Caroline Lafferty is a lifelong resident of Eugene and a graduate of the University of Oregon, where she studied Anthropology. As a mother of two young children, she is deeply invested in the Little French School community and its mission. She is in awe of the dedication of the teachers and staff, and the nurturing environment they provide while balancing play and a thoughtful and engaging curriculum. Her professional background is rooted in human resources and finance, and she currently serves as the CFO of her family's business. In her free time, Caroline enjoys skiing, traveling, and spending quality time with her large extended family. She is committed to leveraging her experience to support the long-term success of the Little French School.
Madison Phillips, Secretary
Madison was introduced to The Little French School in 2024 when looking for the perfect educational fit for her son. She loved the language aspect of an education at LFS, but more than that, felt the love and passion that all the staff held. Their personal commitment to the flourishment of all the students felt unmatched. Her gut is reaffirmed daily watching her son thrive academically and socially at LFS.
Madison is an Oregon native and graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in International Business and Cultural Anthropology. She is a Financial Advisor, running a practice in Eugene, and partners with families across the US to financially plan for, protect and prioritize what's most important to them.
Madison loves serving on the board of directors at LFS and is passionate about helping to ensure sustainability so LFS can continue to offer an excellent early education for the children in the Eugene community.
Kris McDuffie, Staff Representative
Raised in Eugene, Kris McDuffie has a deep-rooted connection to the community. With extensive professional experience in adult education and process improvement, she has honed skills in strategic planning, curriculum development, and organizational efficiency. Kris is a strong advocate for early childhood education, emphasizing the importance of second language acquisition during formative years to enhance cognitive development and cultural awareness. Committed to fostering inclusive and effective educational environments, she aims to leverage her expertise to benefit the LFS staff, students, and families.
Alex Hogansen-Terry, Volunteer Coordinator
Alex Hogansen-Terry found The Little French School in September of 2024. Her daughter Mila has flourished developmentally and socially since enrolling. Alex feels the school provides a welcoming environment that is open to working with children with differences. Alex has a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and is a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager. Alex is the owner and manager of East Lane Veterinary Hospital. She has a background in leadership, human resources, and bookkeeping. Alex enjoys spending time with her family, helping animals, traveling, backpacking, and reading.
Diva Jones, Member
My name is Diva Jones. I grew up in Eugene and recently moved back. I am a parent board member at The Little French School (LFS). My son has flourished within the nurturing environment of LFS. I joined the board to better understand how to support the school's growth and strength.
I hold a Master’s degree in early intervention and a JD, both from the University of Oregon. Previously, I worked as an educator in early intervention and later within healthcare compliance as an in-house attorney for an organization that provides therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Since moving back to Eugene a year ago, I have dedicated myself to being a mom. I am passionate about supporting education and ensuring that educators and schools have all the tools and support they need to provide individualized and comprehensive services. I am eager to bring this passion to my role as an LFS board member.
Liz Quintanilla, Member
My name is Liz Quintanilla, and I am a current graduate student at the University of Oregon in the Nonprofit Management and Public Administration program.
I plan to work in the nonprofit sector once I finish school. I love to spend my time lifting and advocating for those who can't advocate for themselves.
I recently learned about The Little French School and loved its mission. I saw it as an excellent opportunity to use my experience to be a part of a board that aims to help children succeed.
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