Newest Board Member Has Special Place in Her Heart for League School
Daughter of League School of Greater Boston Co-Founders Rejoins Board of Directors
Newest Board Member, Nancy Vetstein Hershfield, brings a unique perspective to the school as it embarks on a six- to nine-month strategic planning process. The daughter of co-founders Leona and Arnold Vetstein is excited to rejoin the Board at a pivotal time. “I hope to shine a historical light on the school’s founding vision as it looks to an even brighter future,” said Nancy. “The League School has a very special place in my heart.”
The school recently embarked on a strategic planning process to position the school for future growth. Once developed, the plan will provide a two- to three-year roadmap for the future. The Board of Directors along with other stakeholders will help develop the plan and once it’s finalized will measure the school’s progress toward its goals and objectives.
“We are honored that Nancy is rejoining the Board,” said Board Chairman, Roger Lockwood. “As we embark on creating a strategic plan, her insights and perspective will be particularly helpful. Nancy’s presence gives us a direct link to the school’s rich traditions and its history. She is a pleasure to work with, and her knowledge, insights, and perspective in special education and autism will be invaluable.”
Nancy Hershfield is the founder of The Outbox, Inc., a brand strategy and copywriting company. She writes brand-building collateral communications for a variety of companies with an emphasis on the financial industry. Prior to establishing her business, she worked in marketing communications for Fidelity Investments and in the public relations department of Mullen Advertising. She began her career as assistant editor of the Radcliffe Quarterly and style writer for Boston magazine.
A graduate of Harvard College with an AB in English and American literature, Nancy has been involved with several organizations. She has served as a trustee and chair of Sudbury’s Goodnow Library, co-chair of Falmouth Academy’s Parent Association, a board member of the Boston-Area Jewish Education Program, and an associate member of Sudbury Ponds and Waterways Committee.
Nancy’s brother was the inspiration for establishing the League School. She and her family have been committed to helping students with autism excel socially, emotionally, academically, and behaviorally. “From painting the first desks to serving as a board member, I am honored and proud to support my parents’ pioneering legacy in helping students with autism reach their fullest potential,” she said.
