Vote 
Illana Nissenbaum
For Wellesley School Committee
ForWellesley School Committee
From the Classroom to the Community: A Teacher, A parent, A partner for Wellesley Public Schools
Meet Illana
Wellesley: Teacher, Parent, Partner.
- Long-time Wellesley resident since 2006 with her husband, Neil, and three children in Wellesley schools.
- Holds a K-6 teaching degree from Clark University and completed course work for the Educational Leadership Program at Simmons College.
- Over 10 years of experience teaching in both public and private schools.
- Active community leader: Town Meeting Member, co-president of the Wellesley Education Foundation (WEF), and classroom volunteer.
- 04 March 2025
- Wellesley School Committee
Vote Illana on March 4th 2025
Create
A more equitable learning environment for all students.
Empower
Families to be active partners in their children's education.
Utilize
Data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
Foster
A sense of belonging and community within the school system.
My Work:
A Teacher’s Heart, A Parent’s Voice, A Community Leader
As co-president of the Wellesley Education Foundation, I’ve worked with educators and the community to improve schools through strategic goals and fundraising.
I’ve gained insight into town finances as a Town Meeting Member, focusing on the School Committee’s budget.
I’ve also had the privilege of helping Ukrainian refugee families settle here. It began by welcoming a mother and her two children, helping them navigate a new life here. What began as help with school enrollment and English tutors blossomed into a cherished friendship, proof that empathy and human resilience can create powerful bonds.
Get in touch
Let's Talk
Let’s build a stronger school community together—reach out and share your thoughts!
Location
Wellesley School Committee
Email Us
illana.nissenbaum@gmail.com
617-980-3300
Send me a message
Have questions or ideas? Let’s connect!
Together, we can make a difference in Wellesley schools.
