Board of Trustees

Riverbend School is a non-profit independent school governed by its Board of Trustees. Trustees bring professional expertise across a range of fields and a shared commitment to stewarding Riverbend’s mission and future. The Board’s primary responsibilities are to safeguard the financial health of the school, guide long-term strategic planning, ensure that the school remains true to its mission, and support and evaluate the Head of School.

2026-2027 Board of Trustees

Leadership

  • Deborah Farmer Kris, Board Chair
  • Robyn Spanier, Board Vice-Chair
  • William Ralph, Treasurer
  • Audra Friend, Secretary
  • Leah Botchford, Advancement Committee Chair
  • Alvin Benjamin Carter III, Governance Committee  Chair
  • Katie Creedon, Audit Committee Chair

Board Members

  • Emmanuel Badoo
  • Deanne Benson
  • Danielle Cameron
  • Emma Lee Rozantes
  • Nathan Suraci
  • Stephanie Walton
  • Po-Wei Weng