Board of Education Candidates
On Tuesday, May 19, North Colonie residents will elect two candidates; each to five-year terms, without compensation, to the Board of Education. Seats are not at large and candidates had to declare what seat they were running for at the time they picked up petitions. The open seat of current board member Nicholas P. Comproski has two candidates running, with Comproski as the incumbent. The open seat of Mary Nardolillo has two candidates running. Candidates are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot. The order is drawn at random. For more details about the BOE candidates, visit northcolonie.org and click on Board of Education.
Board of Education Candidates - Seat One
Jessica Morelli-Edmonds
Jessica Morelli-Edmonds is seeking her first term on the Board of Education. Morelli-Edmonds holds two positions that she feels reflect her commitment to supporting families and institutions. As a Principal Consultant at NYSTEC, a non-profit consulting company, she works in the education technology space, helping state agencies and education institutions successfully implement complex projects and programs. She also owns and operates Milky Way Babies LLC, serving as a Certified Lactation Counselor supporting families throughout the Capital Region, offering services on a sliding scale to ensure that cost is never a barrier to families who need support.
Morelli-Edmonds is active in the North Colonie community, serving on the Loudonville Elementary School PTA, North Colonie Special Education PTA, and the North Colonie Community Advisory Committee. She is also an advisor/mentor for the University at Albany Career Advisory Network. Morelli-Edmonds is a graduate of Shaker High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts in History from Siena University, and her Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Education Policy from the University at Albany.
From Ms. Morelli-Edmonds:
I am running for the Board of Education because North Colonie deserves leadership that puts students first and supports the educators who serve them. As a North Colonie graduate and now a parent in the district, I have seen firsthand the difference that strong schools make. My background and work in education policy and programs has shown me what is possible when systems are designed around student needs. My work as a Lactation Counselor has reinforced the importance of meeting families where they are - ensuring services are truly accessible. I want to bring that same commitment to the Board: supporting our teachers, making family services work for all families, and making decisions grounded in what is best for students. North Colonie has incredible potential, and I am ready to help every student thrive.
Dr. Nicholas P. Comproski
Dr. Nicholas P. Comproski is serving his fifth year on the Board of Education and is seeking reelection to a second term. A proud graduate of the North Colonie CSD, he attended from kindergarten through his graduation from Shaker High School in 2010.
Comproski currently serves as co-chair of the Board’s Long Range Planning and Curriculum Committees. His involvement in the district extends beyond the Board, including active participation in the Latham Ridge PTA and over a decade as a volunteer coach across multiple district sports programs.
Professionally, he brings a broad range of experience in education, having served in several districts as a Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Studies Teacher, Assistant Principal, Building Principal, Director of Pupil Personnel Services, CSE Chair, and UPK Director. He also worked as an adjunct professor in the teacher preparation program at the College of Saint Rose prior to its closure. In the Fall of 2024, he earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Russell Sage College.
In addition to his work in education, Comproski has proudly served for 16 years as a volunteer firefighter and EMT, currently holding the rank of lieutenant, and previously serving on the Board of Directors for the Maplewood Volunteer Fire Department. He has also contributed to numerous community and charitable organizations in various volunteer roles.
From Mr. Comproski:
I am seeking re-election because I believe strongly in the work we do as a district and want to continue contributing to its growth and success. My goal is to help ensure that every student and family has a positive and rewarding experience. I care deeply about this community and remain
committed to serving it through the Board of Education.
Board of Education Candidates - Seat Two
Sean Martin
Sean Martin is seeking his first term on the Board of Education. He is the owner of 518 Bookkeeping, which provides accounting and bookkeeping services. In addition to this, he is also a freelance writer and published author.
Martin is active in the North Colonie community, having served for many years as treasurer for the Latham Ridge PTA and the North Colonie PTA Council. He is actively involved in the St. Pius X Congregation and is a youth sports coach. Martin is a graduate of Plattsburgh State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications.
From Mr. Martin:
As a proud father and dedicated community member of the North Colonie Central School District, I would be honored to be a member of the esteemed school board.
North Colonie has been at the center of most of my adult life and I intentionally purchased a home and created a life for my family and me in North Colonie.
I am a compassionate, supportive and level-headed community member who looks forward to working in partnership with my fellow Board members, the North Colonie CSD community and community members.
Janet Appe
Janet Appe is seeking her first term on the Board of Education. She is a psychometrician at Capital Care Developmental Pediatrics in Latham. She provides standardized assessments in the areas of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. As a certified school psychologist, she has worked in local school districts and mental health treatment programs.
Locally, Appe has volunteered as a soccer coach and Girl Scout leader. She is also an active member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Albany, co-directs its youth program, and, along with her 13 year old son, joined a group from church on a civil rights pilgrimage. The group traveled from Atlanta to Alabama to learn about historical events from the civil rights movement.
Janet and her wife, Beth, are both alumni (’98, ‘97) and parents of current students (’34, ’34, ’30) in the North Colonie CSD. Her father is also an alumnus (’69). In her free time Janet enjoys exploring the area’s nature preserves, spending time with family, and following women’s tennis.
From Ms. Appe:
I am committed to public service. I firmly believe in the value of a strong public school system and am proud to be a member of the North Colonie community. As an elected Board Member, I will be an active contributor to what is already an impactful and productive Board of Education. I look forward to supporting the Board of Education’s accomplishments and objectives. I will strive to serve all students and their families in the district. I will promote continued sound financial management and will support its diverse community more broadly. I will be a strong advocate for students. Additionally, my expertise in special education and developmental pediatrics will strengthen the Board’s ability to plan and implement effective practices to support all students, including those with special needs. I will commit to its residents the provision of quality education for all school-aged children. As a North Colonie Board of Education Member, I look forward to the opportunity to learn, listen and lead, among and for my district neighbors.