Meet your 2023-2024 PTA Executive Board Members
PRINCIPAL
kristin.williams@d64.org
Mrs. Kristin Williams
Kristin Williams is new to Franklin this year but has been at Arlington Heights School District 25 since 2009. She worked during the 2019-20 school year as the District Assessment Coordinator for all District 25 schools.
She originally began her career in 2009 as a 4th grade teacher at Ivy Hill Elementary School in Arlington Heights School District 25. Over the next four years at Ivy Hill Elementary School, Mrs. Williams had the opportunity to work in grades 2nd, 3rd, and 5th. In 2014, she was promoted to the position of District Math Curriculum Coordinator for all K-8 schools in the district where she designed and led the middle school math department different and common assessment training for all District 25 teachers.
Mrs. Williams earned a Master in Arts in School Leadership from Concordia University, Chicago in 2009; a Master of Education in Instructional Design and Technology from Post University in Waterbury, CT in 2012 and her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Loyola University in Chicago in 2013.
She originally began her career in 2009 as a 4th grade teacher at Ivy Hill Elementary School in Arlington Heights School District 25. Over the next four years at Ivy Hill Elementary School, Mrs. Williams had the opportunity to work in grades 2nd, 3rd, and 5th. In 2014, she was promoted to the position of District Math Curriculum Coordinator for all K-8 schools in the district where she designed and led the middle school math department different and common assessment training for all District 25 teachers.
Mrs. Williams earned a Master in Arts in School Leadership from Concordia University, Chicago in 2009; a Master of Education in Instructional Design and Technology from Post University in Waterbury, CT in 2012 and her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Loyola University in Chicago in 2013.
PTA PRESIDENT
Preside over PTA initiatives, events, and activities to help enrich our students, staff, and parent community
president@franklinpta.com
Liana Madura
My name is Liana Madura and my husband, Sebastian, and I grew up in Park Ridge. We love our community and all of the amazing families in it. We have two daughters, Giuliana in 7th grade and Olivia in 5th grade. We enjoy traveling and doing outdoor activities together as a family. I have always enjoyed volunteering and helping out in both our school and community and am very excited to serve on the Franklin PTA Board as President this upcoming school year.
PTA CO-VICE PRESIDENTS
Liaison and support for clubs and committees
vp@franklinpta.com
Camille DeCicco
My name is Camille DeCicco and I am a life-long resident of Park Ridge and former District 64 student, attending Roosevelt and Lincoln. My husband Alberto also grew up in the area and is actually a Franklin alum, and he persuaded me to move over to the north side of town where we now live with our three kids; Frankie (5th grade), Mila (3rd grade), and Benny (Kindergarten). I've grown to love the north side of town because of the diverse, friendly Franklin community. From the moment I jumped into volunteering for International Night and the Snowflake Dance last year I've gained so many new friends and started to feel a true sense of community. I am looking forward to playing a role in creating that feeling for all of our Franklin families.
Idalmy Carrera-Colucci
My name is Idalmy Carrera-Colucci and my husband, Anthony, and I have one daughter at Franklin - Sophia Colucci, 3rd grade. We moved to Park Ridge in 2021 and truly love this community. PTA events have been a wonderful way to get to know other families and give back to a school we love. I'm excited to serve on the PTA board and am looking forward to connecting with more of the Franklin community.
PTA TREASURER
Financial contact for reimbursements and budget management
treasurer@franklinpta.com
Shehnila Hakeem
My name is Shehnila Hakeem, our family moved to Park Ridge 11 years ago. We have 3 girls and 1 boy, we have been part of the Franklin community for about 8 years now, and absolutely love everything about it! Older 2 daughters (Ayesha and Hafsa) are in 9th and 7th grade and two in Franklin are Zaineb, 5th graders and Murtaza is in 2nd grade. I have done volunteering around Franklin for different things. Looking forward to an exciting year serving the PTA board as the treasurer.
PTA CORRESPONDING and Recording SECRETARY
Communication correspondents between parents, students, and staff & oversees PTA membership and records monthly PTA meeting minutes
info@franklinpta.com
Tania Wygonowski
My name is Tania Wygonowski, and I am excited to join the PTA for the first time as the Corresponding Secretary. My husband, Hubert, and I moved to Park Ridge about 7 years ago. We are blessed with two boys, our oldest son Gianluca (6) will be in first grade at Franklin, and Matteo (3) will be joining in a few years. Being a room parent and chairing other PTA events such as Toys for Tots, Book club, Raise Craze, and Field Day has sparked my interest in taking on a more involved role at the school. We are happy to be a part of the Franklin community and excited to create new memories for the upcoming school year!
Julia Baraglia
As a Park Ridge native and Franklin alum I am thrilled to be part of our PTA this year. My husband Jon and I currently have 3 boys in the district. Joshua will be entering 1st grade, Jordan 3rd grade, and Jonathan will be starting 6th grade at Emerson this year. I have been involved with Franklin the last 6 years in various volunteer roles including Head Room Parent, Pizza Day, Book Club, Night of the Stars, and Field Days to name a few. I am looking forward to working with both our wonderful and talented staff and parents, and most importantly help our children grow and excel socially, emotionally, and academically.