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RIDE TO READ BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Ride to Read Board of Directors brings together a passionate group of educators, equine experts, and community leaders dedicated to guiding Ride to Read’s mission, using the unique connection between horses and literacy to inspire a lifelong love of reading and help every child reach grade-level success.


Cathy Fitzpatrick
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​EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Co-Founder
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Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor

Ryan Fitzpatrick
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​PRESIDENT
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Structural Engineer
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Vice President, engineering firm

Linda Giordano
SECRETARY
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NALC Director of Community Services (retired)

Donna Thomas
TREASURER
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Accountant
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HR Manager

Debi Witschi
DIRECTOR
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Co-Founder
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Teacher
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Business Owner

Neva Wright
DIRECTOR
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R2R Lead Teacher
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Master's Degree in Early Childhood Literacy

Sarah Elliott
DIRECTOR
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R2R Administrative Coordinator
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Writer / Editor

Terri Blanke
SENIOR RIDING INSTRUCTOR
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Lifelong, expert horsewoman
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