Faedra Dagirmanjian was elected to the Onteora School Board in 2026. She lives in Olivebridge with her spouse, Sam, and their two children, who currently attend Bennett Elementary. Faedra graduated from Onteora High School in 2000 and holds a BA in Psychology and Educational Studies from Colgate University, as well as an MA in Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Boston College. She worked as a psychologist in university counseling centers in Boston and New York City for fifteen years and is currently in private practice. Faedra greatly values being of service to the community and has held officer positions with the Phoenicia Elementary and Bennett Elementary PTAs. She has a longstanding interest in public education and is committed to doing her part to ensure that all students in the district have access to the best education possible.