Founder, Executive Director

As a veteran elementary teacher and Library Media Specialist, Lindsey has spent countless hours in the classroom teaching, mentoring, and coaching children to reach their full potential. She is an active member of her school's leadership council and regularly serves on district curriculum writing teams. Her most powerful contribution is a determination to develop trusting and caring relationships with each child that walks through her door.

Lindsey holds a BA in Elementary Education, Library Science Certification, BA in Corporate Communications and an MA in Education. She lives in Trumbull, Connecticut with her husband, Adam, and their three children. She enjoys running, coaching softball, and spending summer teaching literacy in urban communities

Founder, Program Leader

Adam’s lifelong passion for serving children is the foundation upon which REACH was built. With a background as an educator, school administrator, youth program director, and coach, Adam embodies the same core values that REACH strives to instill in every young person it serves. Adam has always championed the importance of strong communication and collaboration between families, schools, and communities to support the whole child and guide them toward success in college, career, or the trades.

Adam holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and English, an M.S. in Science Education, and a Sixth Year Degree in Educational Administration. He has also been recognized for his work supporting adults with special needs.

Mentor Coordinator

Jeff Tolson is a dedicated high school counselor whose commitment to supporting and cultivating relationships with our town's youth extend far beyond the walls of Newtown High School or the local fields. His secret to reaching kids is simple; show how much you care by listening, be a consistent champion by their side, and strike a balance between unconditional support and accountability.

Jeff has led numerous mentoring and leadership initiatives through his Newtown Parks and Recreation Flag Football and Floor Hockey programs. The Fusion Mentoring Program, which he leads in conjunction with Newtown Youth and Family Services, is a model program in the state and is revered by students, parents, and colleagues.

Adventure and Cooperative Education Coordinator

Creative Director

President, Board of Directors 

Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors Member