January 2022

Change Is In The Air
New Strategic Plan furthers SPEF’s commitment to ensuring that every child in our community benefits equally from public education  

SPEF is proud to share that effective January 1, 2022, the Foundation has adopted a new Strategic Plan to guide us through 2025. The mission and vision statements have been modified to better reflect the community we serve. Additionally, for the first time SPEF adopted a series of Belief Statements that solidify what drives the organization’s passion and commitment.

Mission:  To elevate student success by delivering educational programs and solutions that promote equitable access to quality public education in Stamford. 

Vision:  We envision a community in which every student is prepared and inspired to thrive.

Core Values: 

If you believe as we do, please continue supporting SPEF through donations, volunteering, and spreading the news about us through Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. 

New leadership drives SPEF's mission, vision and core values

Effective January 1, SPEF’s long-time CEO, Matthew Quinones, stepped down from his position to join Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons’ cabinet as the City’s Director of Operations. SPEF’s Board of Directors has appointed Programs Director Lindsay Wyman as the Foundation’s Interim CEO:

“On behalf of the SPEF Board of Directors, I want to thank Matt for his selfless service to SPEF and the youth of Stamford. Under Matt’s leadership, SPEF has experienced significant growth and has had a profound impact on Stamford Public Schools’ students and their families. He will be missed.

However, as we head into the new year, we are very pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsay Wyman. During her tenure with SPEF, Lindsay has greatly impacted SPEF’s programming in support of the Stamford community and its richly diverse education environment. She brings a combination of leadership, passion for equity in education, vision, and creativity to SPEF's programs.” 
                                                               - Michael Zanga, President of SPEF's Board of Directors