Torrington DTC Endorses Dr. Joanne Brogis for Board of Education

 At a meeting of the Torrington Democratic Town Committee held on September 10, the committee nominated Joanne Brogis as a candidate for the Board of Education in this November’s municipal election. Dr. Brogis replaces Jeremy Hinman who withdrew as a candidate to devote his time to youth sports activities. Dr. Brogis joins Fiona Cappabianca and Wendy Pataky as the Democratic candidates for the board.

Dr. Brogis served in the United States Air Force for thirty years and attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force Reserve prior to her retirement. Dr. Brogis obtained her Ph. D. from the University of Connecticut and her master’s degree and bachelor’s degree from Central Connecticut State University. Dr. Brogis is a former Assistant Principal at Torrington High School and worked in the Torrington school system from 1981 until her retirement in 2011. She currently works as an Adult and Continuing Education Transitions Counselor in Danbury. She previously served on the Board of Education of Regional District #6 for ­­eight years and also served as Chairperson. Dr. Brogis is married with three adult children and has lived in Torrington for twenty five years.  

 "Joanne is an outstanding candidate for the Board of Education. She understands that it is critical for the Board of Education to focus on providing exceptional student services, while also getting its fiscal house in order." Chairwoman Danielle Palladino said. "She will be ready on her first day as a board member to work tirelessly on behalf of all Torrington students and families.”