Board and Committees

EAF’s board champions opportunities for East’s entire community.

The East Angel Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors committed to supporting East High School's students, faculty, and alumni.

BOARD LEADERSHIP

Sheila MacDonald

President & Head of Alumni Relations

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

Michele Brown

Secretary

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

Pam Morin

Treasurer

Pam brings over 30 years of expertise in accounting, financial governance, and business strategy. As the founder of her CPA firm, she provides bookkeeping and tax services. Previously, she served as Controller at Filsinger Energy Partners and was a Vice President at Morgan Stanley, managing financial reporting and business integrations. Pam began her career at Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P. in public accounting. She is deeply involved in community service, having served as treasurer for the East Angel Foundation and other nonprofit organizations.

ALUMNI RELATIONS COMMITTEE

The Alumni Relations Committee fosters connections among East High School alumni and links current students with recent graduates to build a supportive community. The committee publishes The East High Spotlight, collaborates with class reunion planners, and serves as a valuable resource for alumni seeking information about lost classmates, historical records, and opportunities to stay involved with East High. Learn more.

Sheila MacDonald

President & Head of Alumni Relations

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

BUILDINGS & GROUNDS COMMITTEE

The Buildings and Grounds Committee plays a vital role in maintaining the physical structure and grounds of East High School. Collaborating closely with the current administration, the committee works to enhance and improve facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of current students while preserving them for future generations of Angels. Learn more.

Tammi Holloway

Buildings & Grounds Coordinator

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Development Committee secures funding for EAF programs and special projects. Learn more.

Tina Friedman

Development Coordinator

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

Lisa Wimbush Cramer

Development Coordinator

A fifth-generation Colorado native and fourth-generation East High School graduate, Lisa Wimbush Cramer (Class of 1994) is deeply connected to the East community. She earned a degree in Advertising from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and, alongside her husband, Mark Cramer, co-founded Camber Realty, a boutique residential real estate firm in Denver’s Cherry Creek neighborhood. Lisa is also a proud parent of a fifth-generation East High School student, Grant Cramer (Class of 2026), and is passionate about supporting the school’s legacy and future through her role on the board.

FACULTY & STAFF GRANTS COMMITTEE

The Faculty and Staff Grants Committee orchestrates faculty grant applications and awards which further academic innovation, academic excellence and enrichment at East. Learn more.

Julie Selsberg

Grants Coordinator

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS COMMITTEE

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The Student Scholarships Committee oversees the equitable distribution of scholarship funds to graduating seniors, focusing on financial need, academic excellence, character, and community involvement, while ensuring alignment with East High School’s values and history. Learn more.

Beth Woodard

Student Scholarships Coordinator

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

Greg Graeber

Student Scholarships Coordinator

A proud alumnus of East High School (Class of 1985) and Northwestern University (‘89 and ‘99). His son, Sebastian, graduated in 2021, and his daughter, Sophia, is a sophomore in the Class of 2027. Greg runs an investment company in Cherry Creek and is passionate about ensuring that East High School continues its longstanding tradition of excellence.

Renee Ferrufino

Cleworth Leap Scholarship Coordinator

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

STUDENT SUPPORT COMMITTEE

The Student Support Commitee coordinates program funding that delivers direct student services including the Student Assistance Fund and Angel Packs. Learn more.

Stephanie Densen

Student Support Coordinator

Stephanie Densen is a former elementary school educator for DPS. She currently has two students at East and is passionate about giving back to the community, including with her work on the EAF board.

MEMBERS AT LARGE

Lindsey Hayes Daly

Member at Large

As a proud 1996 graduate, Lindsey Hayes Daly is excited to join EAF now that her son is an East Angel and her daughter will be. As Executive Director of the Hayes Family Foundation, Lindsey serves on other local boards and committees while balancing consulting projects for private practice physicians.

Cindy Eastman

Member at Large

Cindy Eastman has been an active member of the Park Hill Community for 20 years. As her kids progressed through school, she fundraised for Park Hill Elementary, McAuliffe, and East High School. She has a daughter at East High School and is passionate about supporting women’s sports programs. Cindy works in the technology industry and enjoys giving back to her community.

James Mejia

Member at Large

James Mejia is a former member of the Denver Public Schools Board of Education and currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Metropolitan State University of Denver. He graduated from East in 1985, and 11 of his 12 siblings also attended East.

Willie Recht

Member at Large

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

Maurice Scott

Member at Large

Maurice “Scotty” Scott graduated from East High School in 2000. He is passionate about supporting today’s current East students and the larger East High community. In addition to his board work, he works at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, where he is an Assistant Dean of Student Affairs and clinically practices palliative medicine.

Kwame Spearman

Member at Large

BIO BLURB EXAMPLES:

(1) John Doe graduated from East High School in 1990 and has been an active supporter of the school ever since. He currently works as a software engineer and enjoys giving back to the East community by serving on the board.

(2) Bill Smith has a daughter currently attending East High School and is passionate about supporting the school’s students and community. Outside of his board work, he runs a local architecture firm specializing in sustainable design.

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Terita Walker

Principal

Terita has dedicated 18 years to education, serving as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, and coach while leading initiatives to enhance the East High School experience. As principal, she is committed to fostering relationships, valuing diversity, and building on the school’s successes.