Patricia was responsible for implementing the very successful Falmouth Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) in Falmouth, MA. The program began with 16 volunteers and teachers in Falmouth High School and quickly expanded into all seven of Falmouth schools. When Patricia left the program there were more than 1100 volunteers working with teachers and students. In addition to volunteering in the classroom, residents worked as one-on-one mentors, in inter-generational programs, in a literacy program, and in a cross-age science teaching program. With the assistance of her Board of Directors, Patricia was responsible for several very successful yearly fund-raising events – VIPS Home and Garden Expo, VIPS Golf Tournament, and Feasts of Falmouth. She always called them “Fun-Raising Events.” In addition to being Director of VIPS, Patricia was also the Director of Falmouth Community School. When she began working with the Community School, there were 35 classes offered in each of 2 semesters. She hired instructors, organized and scheduled classes. She recently retired from the program with more than 100 classes offered in each of 3 semesters. Patricia’s philosophy was to offer affordable enrichment classes to those citizens who paid for the schools. With her vast knowledge and experience, Patricia is a key player in the success of our client experience.