Claire DeFazio has been named VP of Operations and Subsidy Services, which includes accountability for building and facilities maintenance and contracts as well as the Child Care Information Services program. CCIS administers subsidies paid to child care providers enrolling children in low income families in Lehigh County.
Rebecca Fenerty recently assumed the new position of Director of Family Engagement. In this position, Rebecca will continue to manage the operational functions for Head Start and Early Head Start, which include transportation, enrollment, collaborations, food and nutrition, and recod keeping and reporting. In addition, she has responsibility for the Family Services Department, which previously reported to long-time employee Nancy Martin who retired recently.
Desiree Lake has been promoted to the position of Director of Facilities and Administration. This new position reflects the enlarged scope of responsibilities in her role such as the new SafeStart building and management and oversight of facilities contracts.