Women of Distinction honored

Assemblyman Brian Curran hosted his annual Women of Distinction event to recognize women from the community who have gone above and beyond the call of civic engagement and outreach to make Nassau County and the 21st Assembly District “a better place to live, work and raise a family.”

“The selflessness these women have shown to our community is an uplifting example of devotion to our area and residents,” Curran said. “It is my honor to show them this small token of recognition for the hard work and dedication they have shown to our community. We are very lucky to have them as our friends and neighbors. My special thanks go to the families of our honorees, who have allowed their loved ones to spend so much time caring for others.”

Sandie Schoell

Whether it is a planning meeting, a school district event, or a fundraiser, chances are Sandie Schoell will be there organizing, working, and supporting our children and the community. Sandie has lived in Oceanside for over 34 years with her husband, Gary, whom she met at St. John’s University when she was pursuing her B.S. Degree in Management, Finance and Economics. Their two sons, Michael and Christopher, graduated from Oceanside High School as Valedictorians. Michael is a Director for a major international bank and a graduate of Yale and NYU Stern, and Christopher is a CPA and Equities Researcher, and is an undergrad and graduate of Lehigh University. Sandie is also the proud grandmother of Brianne Elise and Julie Lynn. Sandie’s friends often describe her as a natural leader with a genuine concern for the wellbeing of others. Sandie has been a member of the Oceanside Board of Education for the last ten years. She has served as both Vice President and President, and as a Trustee, serving as an Oceanside Advocate in the New York State Legislative Network, as well as representing the Board of Education on various advisory boards, councils and committees.