Patricia DaSilva is an administrative professional with 22 years in higher education, currently serving at CT State Community College Naugatuck Valley. Though new to K-12 education, she brings strong budgeting, contract management, and organizational skills. DaSilva seeks to bring transparency, dialogue, and facts-based decision-making to the Ansonia Board of Education. She criticizes the current political climate and emphasizes the need for civil discourse and advocacy for mental health services. Her focus will be on analyzing fiscal realities, engaging with constituents, and understanding educational data before setting priorities.
