March 17, 2010
Dear Girls Inc Families and the Worcester Community:
It has been my privilege to serve as a leader of Girls Inc of Worcester for the past 17 months. As you may have seen in today’s newspaper, last week I gave the Board of Directors my notice of resignation effective June 30, 2010. The Board has committed to working together with me, the staff and the community to create a healthy and productive transition process. Please know that they remain very supportive of the programs and our girls.
My decision followed months of thoughtful reflection. So that you understand the nature of my plan, I have a chronic health condition which has only recently required treatment. This has served as a wakeup call for me about the stresses involved in my lifestyle, including my job, related community activities and my commute (my family lives in Springfield).
I will continue to love and support Girls Inc, and our girls and staff. I look forward to the next few months with you, the girls and the many new friends I have made in the Worcester community.
Thank you for your support.
Cathi