It is our pleasure to write this letter of recommendation for Jim Gounaris and Henry Zanetti for re-election to the Herricks Board of Education. Our community is extremely fortunate to have these two dedicated and selfless individuals on the board as I have no doubt that the growth of the quality of education and educational opportunities in the Herricks school district has been enhanced through their tireless efforts.
We initially met Jim over 20 years ago volunteering for the Denton Avenue PTA, and as a coach for our son’s T-ball team. Jim had a gift for making sure each member of the team felt recognized and important to the team, no matter their skill. Over the years, we have seen this unique quality in Jim, as a member of the Board of Education, bringing parents, teachers and administration together, each feeling recognized and important to the overall success of the district.
Over the course of the last several years we have also gotten to know Henry Zanetti through the Music Boosters. His tireless support of the Herricks students is evident in everything he does. Our district is incredibly lucky to have such experienced, dedicated and smart people listening and guiding the Herricks community.
Jim and Henry have high expectations for the Herricks school district’s continued growth and success. Through their years of dedication, their efforts as members of the board have unquestionably brought about beneficial changes, which have enhanced not only the quality of the education at Herricks, but also the quality of life for the entire community.
Our school district needs leaders like Jim and Henry whose experience, intelligence, and determination to always do better and push forward will continue to make the Herricks School District a premier school district in our county and in our state. We, therefore, without hesitation recommend that you vote for Jim and Henry to the Board of Education.
Cliff Katz and Meryl Z. Katz
New Hyde Park
