Jean Bennardo Named 2025 Tree of Inspiration Honoree

A new leaf was unveiled for veteran elementary arts teacher Jean Bennardo on December 17 in the foyer of Glen Cove High School. Jean was recognized for her incredible legacy in a small ceremony in front of the installation and at the evening's Board of Education meeting. For more than twenty years, Jean continues to inspire thousands of students through elementary art projects.

Pictured L to R: Brett Miller (Trustee), Lia Leone (Trustee), Angela Raimo (President BOE), Anne Markoulis (Vice President BOE), Superintendent Dr Alexa Doeschner, Valerie Lasser (FAME GC Creative Director and Co-Founder), Jean Bennardo (Teacher/Tree of Inspiration Inductee), Maria DeLuca (Vice President, FAME GC), Maria Elena Venuto (Trustee), Meghan Lavine (Trustee), Maureen Jimenez (Trustee) and Assistant Superintendent Mr. Bryce Klatsky