2025 Board Trustee Candidate: Mr. Robert Dunn
I joined the school Board in 2022 when the country was just starting to recover from COVID and our social distancing practices mandated during that time. I was amazed at the impact that COVID had (and continues to have) on our student development and socialization skills. When I first joined the Board, I put forth three guiding principles that I believed were highly important to a school district:
1. Wellbeing and Student Success, Academic Achievement, and Life Readiness.
2. Recruitment, Retention and Talent Development of Staff.
3. Respectful, Responsible, Transparent Communication to Our Community.
I can confidently say after 3 years of serving on Newfane’s Board of Education these principles are just as relevant as they were back in 2022. I consider myself very fortunate to be part of a high performing team (Newfane BOE) that collectively looks for the best solutions for our students, maintains a high-quality work environment for our staff and administrators, and offers transparency to our community in the way we govern our school district. This school year (2024-2025) the school Board has taken on an aggressive goal challenge that supports Safety & Security, Board Governance, and Communication & Community Engagement. I couldn’t be prouder of the work we have achieved over this past year and would be honored by your vote to allow me an opportunity to continue working with this motivated and skilled team to make our district the best we can.
2025 School Board Trustee Candidate: Mr. Michael MacEvoy
My name is Michael MacEvoy, and my family has lived in the Newfane school district for 12 years. I have three children currently enrolled in the Newfane Central School District. Next year I will have children attending the Elementary and Middle Schools at Newfane. Our family has deep roots in the region, with close connections to the Wilson, Roy-Hart, and Barker school districts. My oldest son is a Newfane graduate and is proudly serving our country with the United States Army.
Professionally, I’m a pharmacist. I earned my degree from the University at Buffalo where I met my wife, Wendy, and began my career with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Today, I have the privilege of serving as the Chief Health Services Officer at D’Youville University, where I’m also an Associate Dean in the School of Pharmacy. These roles have given me valuable insights into healthcare, education, and community — all of which shape the perspectives I bring to our schools.
My experiences have helped me truly appreciate the essential role that schools play in shaping young lives. I’m a strong supporter of extracurricular opportunities, athletics, the arts, and
vocational training, and I believe every student deserves access to a well-rounded and supportive educational environment. As a parent, I understand the hopes and challenges families face as they navigate the school years. I also understand how critical it is for students to have a foundation that prepares them for success not only in academics, but in life. If given the opportunity to serve on the Newfane School Board, my goal is to work collaboratively with school leadership, teachers, and families to ensure our students are well-equipped for whatever path they choose—be it college, a career, or military service. I’m inspired by the ways in which schools can positively influence lives, and I’d be honored to give back to the district that has given so much to my own family.
2025 School Board Trustee Candidate: Mr. Anthony Casinelli
Although not a native of Newfane, there is nowhere that I would rather live. I moved into the district in 1997. Prior to this, I spent seven plus years in the United States Air Force. I completed my Air Force career as a 1st Lieutenant to join DuPont, where I spent forty-two years in various manufacturing management positions and finished my career as the Human Resources Manager for the facility in Buffalo, New York. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Photographic Science and an MBA in Organizational Management, both from Rochester Institute of Technology. My education and experience have proven to be a great resource while serving my community.
I grew up in a rural community near Hornell, NY so the Newfane area was a place where I felt immediately comfortable. My two sons, Ty and Reese Casinelli, graduated from Newfane in 2019. Reese graduated from the College of Saint Rose in May 2024 and Ty will graduate from Canisius University this year. We are grateful as a family for all that the district and community has offered us. I enjoy hunting and golfing, so this area is perfect for me when I get the chance to relax.
I have been honored to serve you as a Newfane Board of Education Trustee for the past 7 years and ask your support to continue for another term. I am proud of the accomplishments we have achieved. We have been able to consistently minimize the tax increases while implementing a capital improvement project to upgrade our facilities in a way that did not impact taxes, successfully navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and continue to provide quality education programs. I am also proud of the performance of our students academically and athletically. We have so much to be proud of in Newfane.
I hope to continue my presence on the Newfane Board of Education and participate in continuing to improve and grow our district. Our future is bright!
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