Sharon and her family—husband Jake, stepson Ben (a freshman at the University of Missouri), and daughter Kit (a first grader in the RGC program)—live in Humboldt Park and joined the Pulaski community for kindergarten. Hailing from the south suburbs of Chicago, Sharon brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing across industries including software, manufacturing, and logistics. She earned her degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Sharon is excited to support the Pulaski community by volunteering at events, assisting with fundraising efforts, and ensuring the responsible allocation of parent and community donations to best serve the school's needs.

Darya and her family live in the neighborhood and love the Bucktown community and walking to school every day. Darya has two kids at Pulaski – an incoming second and fifth-grader. Darya was born in Uzbekistan and her husband, Nemanja was born in Croatia - both really appreciate the diverse and multilingual Pulaski community. Darya got her Masters degree from University of Illinois at Chicago School of Architecture and has been working as an Architect in Chicago for many years. As an incoming Project Procurement Board member, Darya is excited to contribute her passion and her knowledge to the school and the community. From beautifying the grounds to making the school more functional and inviting – Darya is excited to embark on this journey. In her spare time Darya is busy improving her own house, gardening and traveling.

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Maria lives in Bucktown with her husband Ben and their three kids—Maya, John, and Lola—all happy Pulaski students. The family loves being just steps from school and deeply values the close-knit, welcoming community that makes their neighborhood feel like home. Originally from Spain, Maria has called Chicago home for almost two decades and now proudly considers herself a full-time Chicagoan. She earned her PhD in Cosmology and Particle Physics from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, and later conducted postdoctoral research at The University of Chicago. After several years in academia, Maria transitioned into industry, building a career as a Data Scientist and AI specialist. Most recently, she worked at JP Morgan Chase, based in the iconic Chase Tower downtown. Outside of work, Maria enjoys spending quality time with her family, staying active, diving into a good book, and exploring new restaurants with friends.​

Rolanda lives in Wicker Park with husband Darren, son Ethan, and mischievous dog named Finley. Rolanda is a native Texan and spent several years in Washington DC, but she has called Chicago home since 2014. Her English husband has lived in Chicago for longer yet he still can't kick the accent. They joined Pulaski last year when Ethan started kindergarten because they were looking for a strong IB curriculum and active parent community. Rolanda joined the Saber Soiree planning committee during their first year and was motivated to find other ways to support the school. Rolanda has a Bachelor Degree in violin performance and a Masters Degree in international economics and Latin American studies. She currently raises capital for a clean energy company headquartered in Chicago so is well positioned for her new role as fundraising chair. She looks forward to working closely with other families on new fundraising initiatives that will enrich the student experience. In her free time, you can usually find Rolanda playing a pick up game of soccer with Ethan, traveling, or trying out a new recipe.

Maribel lives in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood with her husband and daughter, who is part of the RGC program. Originally from Colombia, Maribel has called Chicago home since 2010 and is proud to be an active member of the school community. She earned a bachelor’s degree in mechatronics engineering in Bogotá, Colombia, and later completed her MBA at Indiana University. Her education and professional experience have strengthened her skills in problem-solving, collaboration, and strategic planning. Maribel is excited to serve as a board member and continue making a positive impact within the school community. She looks forward to supporting the school’s largest fundraiser as co-chair of the Saber Soirée, with a particular focus on the auction program. ​In her free time, Maribel enjoys traveling and exploring the traditions, food, and history of different cultures. ​​​​​​In her free time, Maribel enjoys traveling and exploring the traditions, food, and history of different cultures. Her passion for travel also inspired her to become a travel advisor, helping others plan meaningful and memorable experiences around the world.

Trini (aka Melissa-Trini) is a Chicago native who resides in Logan Square with her husband Lu and their 3 beautiful children. They are proud parents to Gustavo, a rising 4th grader, and Sofia, a rising second, both in Pulaski's RGC program. They were thrilled to find a school that would not only challenge their children but also help maintain their Spanish and heritage right in their neighborhood. Trini is also an active member of the RGC steering committee. Trini grew up in the Lakeview neighborhood, she studied Latin American/Latino Studies at DePaul University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University. She has been an operating room nurse for over 10 years and currently works at the University of Chicago Medical Center. This is the family's fifth year at Pulaski and Trini is looking forward to volunteering at school events and fundraisers. Outside of school life, Trini enjoys photography, tennis/pickleball, gardening and just spending time with her family.

​Regina lives in Bucktown with her husband Richard Sr. and their son, Richard Jr. (RJ), a proud 2nd grader at Pulaski. The Crockett family has a special connection to Pulaski. Regina’s husband’s family has long-standing ties to Pulaski, with RJ now representing the fifth generation of students, a legacy that reaches back decades to the school’s Polish-American era of Pulaski’s history, carrying on a family tradition. Drawn to the school’s strong academics and welcoming spirit, from Kindergarten on, Regina has been an active part of school life since day one. A proud Chicago native and CPS alum, Regina studied Business Marketing, received her bachelors in Marketing and psychology, earned her MBA, and is currently a JD candidate at Northern Illinois University.  Regina works in consulting, with a focus on political, public policy affairs & legal studies. At Pulaski, Regina has volunteered across many school events and co-chaired the Teacher Experience Committee for Saber Soirée.  She brings creativity, humor, and heart to every project, believing that investing in your child’s school is one of the most powerful ways to invest in your child. Outside of school, Regina loves dance, theater, exploring Chicago’s food scene, and catching the latest movies. She’s always smiling, always ready to connect, and always eager to jump in so don’t hesitate to say hi when you see her around Pulaski!