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The People Behind the Mission

Behind the Adopt-A-Student Program is a passionate team of educators, administrators, and volunteers united by a shared commitment: to expand access to Catholic education for students in need.

Driven by faith, compassion, and a belief in the power of opportunity, our team works diligently to ensure that every child—regardless of financial circumstance—has the support they need to succeed academically and personally.

Together, we are not only providing scholarships—we’re helping shape futures, strengthen communities, and uphold the values that define Catholic education.

Rev. Robert McManus

Bishop of Worcester

Dan DiTullio

Treasurer

Susan Saucier

Member

Fran Meringolo

Member

William King

Member

Bob Kenney

Member

Ed Madaus

Member

Edward Connor

Chair

David Perda

Superintendant of Schools

Deb Seaman

Member

Robert O’Connor

Member

Joe Bafaro

Member

Pat Smith

Member

Meg Kursonis

Member

Dennis O’Connor

Vice Chair

Rebecca Gordon

Secretary

Fr. Derek Mobilio

Member

Fr. Jose Carvajal

Member

Delphine Pape

Member

Delphine Soucie

Member

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