Manasquan High School

Trustees

Robert Schatzman
President
Email Address: rob.schatzman@gmail.com
Phone number: 917-653-0807

Rob Schatzman is an MHS graduate, Class of 1977. He earned his undergraduate degree from the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY and his MBA from the University of Pennslvania's Wharton School. Rob's career includes leadership and teaching assignments with Exxon Shipping Company, Goldman, Sachs & Co., Lehigh University, and the United States Navy. He lives in Sea Girt with his wife, Nancy (MHS Class of 1978.)

Trisha Brown
Vice President

Trisha Brown is a MHS graduate, class of 1992. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and History from Franklin and Marshall College and a MAT from Monmouth University. A former Manasquan Board of Education member and President and Manasquan Elementary School PTO President, she is currently an elementary Spanish teacher in the Wall Township school district. She resides in Manasquan with her husband, Mike (MHS class of ’91), and her two children, Ginger and Donovan.

Tedd Vitale, CPA
Treasurer

Tedd M. Vitale is a Graduate of Manasquan High School, Class of 1977.  He earned an Undergraduate in Accounting from Fordham University, Rose Hill, and a Graduate Degree in Taxation from Fordham University, Lincoln Center.  Tedd currently in his 6th year of service on the Brielle Board of Education serving as President for two.  A practicing Certified Public Accountant, Tedd resides in Brielle with his wife Terre and two children, Nicolas and Isabella.

Jamyn Carman
Board Secretary and Trustee

Jamyn Carman is an MHS graduate, class of 1998. She graduated from Ithaca College in 2002 with a BA in Drama and a minor in Dance. Jamyn started dancing at the Spring Lake School of Dance when it opened its doors in 1986. The dance school is owned and directed by Patricia Tully-Osborn. Jamyn has been the Office Manager and a Dance Teacher at the Spring Lake School of Dance for 17 years. She resides in Wall with her husband, Chris and their children, Skyley and Jace.

Douglas Bramley, Esq
Counselor

Douglas Bramley is an MHS graduate, Class of 1991. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Leadership Studies from the University of Richmond in 1995. He received a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Seton Hall Law School in 1998. Mr. Bramley is a partner in the law firm of McMoran, O’Connor & Bramley, P.C. He specializes in employment law, including workplace discrimination, whistleblowing, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour claims and restrictive covenants. Mr. Bramley current resides in Brielle with his wife, Juliann, and his two children, Jackson and Amelia.

Jeff Osborn
Trustee

Jeff Osborn is a retired Principal, Vice Principal, and Teacher from Manasquan High School. He has served over 40 years in Public Education, recently retiring from The College of New Jersey, where he was a professor in the History Department. Jeff graduated from Bethel College in McKenzie, TN, earned a Masters Degree in History from Trenton State College, with additional graduate work at Georgian Court College and Fairleigh Dickinson University. Jeff lives in Spring Lake with his wife Pat.

Lorette J. Sciarappa MD
Trustee

Dr. Lorette Sciarappa is an MHS graduate, Class of 1983. She earned her undergraduate degree at Bucknell University in 1987. She received her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1991 and completed a three year pediatric residency at Saint Christopher's Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Sciarappa has been a partner at Spring Lake Pediatrics since 1996 and is on staff at Jersey Shore Medical Center. She currently resides in Manasquan with her husband, Jim, and their three children, Ellie, Stephen, and Alex.

John Michals
Trustee

John Michals is a graduate of Manasquan High School, Class of 2000. A three sport varsity athlete for the Warriors, John went on to earn his undergraduate degree in Economics from Haverford College, a Masters of Business Administration from Fordham University and a Masters in Mathematical Finance from Monmouth University. Currently, John owns and operates an institutional over the counter energy derivatives brokerage business in Newark, New Jersey and still resides in Manasquan with his wife Victoria.

Kevin Kohl
Trustee

Kevin Kohl is a Manasquan High School graduate, Class of 2002. He earned his undergraduate degree in Government & International Affairs from Franklin & Marshall College in 2007 after attending the Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, CT as a postgraduate. Kevin is currently an Associate Director with Berkeley Research Group (BRG) in New York and resides in Brielle, NJ with his wife Megan (MHS Class of 2004) and four children William, Gabriel, Savannah, and Eliza.

William McManus
Trustee

William Mcmanus MHS graduate class of 1985 . He earned Bachelor of Arts in History from Mount Saint Mary’s University 1989. Vice chairperson Manasquan recreation department past 7 years. Bill has worked for Prudential Financial in Newark for the past twenty five years in the fixed income department. He currently resides in Manasquan with his wife Jean and his two sons Billy and Daniel.

Sean McCarthy
Trustee

Sean McCarthy retired from Manasquan High School as the Dean of Students in August, 2017. During his 40 year career in public education, he served as a Social Studies Teacher, Guidance Counselor and as a Varsity Basketball and Varsity Tennis Coach. Sean graduated from Monmouth College and earned a Masters Degree from Kean University, He resides in Spring Lake with his wife Sue.

Matt Koenig
Trustee

Matt Koenig is a MHS Class of 1991 graduate. Upon graduation, Matt entered the United States Military Academy, West Point. After completion of Plebe Year, he transitioned to a career in baseball. Drafted by the NY Mets in 1994, he completed two seasons before succumbing to a career ending shoulder injury. Matt finished his education at Flagler College, earning a BA in Business Administration. Over the past 20 years, Matt has focused on helping small businesses thrive through marketing and advertising. He currently serves as the General Sales Manager of Star News Group, Manasquan NJ. Matt and his wife, Mary live in Manasquan with their four children: Anna Bea, Matty, Katie and Peter.

Andy Sisti
Trustee

Andy Sisti is an MHS graduate, Class of 1972. He earned his undergraduate degree from Rutgers College in 1976. He received his MBA from Monmouth University. Andy spent his career in the wholesale beer business and as a Director of Athletic Development for Rutgers University. Andy and his wife, Andi, currently own Spirit of '76 in Manasquan. They currently reside in Allenwood and have three grown children and ten grandchildren.

Lori Fenton Romano
Trustee

Lori Fenton Romano is a graduate of Manasquan High School, Class of 1987. She earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Finance from Fordham University and a Master's degree in education from Georgian Court University. Currently, Lori is an elementary school teacher at Island Heights Grade School and resides in Manasquan with her husband, James, and son, Jake. Additionally, Lori is a third generation MHS graduate.

Jim Miller
Trustee

Jim Miller is an MHS graduate, Class of 2009. He earned his undergraduate degree in finance from Fordham University, Rose Hill. Jim has worked in the financial services industry at Blackrock and is currently working for ADP out of Jersey City. He spends a considerable amount of time in his hometown, Manasquan and serves on MHS's Academy of Finance Business Advisory Board. Jim will also assist his father, who owns and operates Jimmy's Cucina in Brielle, with the family business, whenever possible.

Erin Smith
Trustee

Erin Smith is an MHS graduate, Class of 1996. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Hofstra University in 1999. Upon graduating from Hofstra, she played one season in the Dutch Field Hockey League (Hoofdklasse) for EMHC. Upon her return to the United States, she entered into the New Jersey State Police, where she has served for the past 20 years. Erin received her Master's degree in Public Administration from Seton Hall University in 2008. She resides in Brielle with her family and is a member of the MHS Athletic Hall of Fame, a 2015 inductee.

Chris Pinnella
Trustee

Singer, Songwriter and Producer Chris Pinnella graduated Manasquan High School in 2003 and Marymount Manhattan College in 2007. Earning two platinum records with the arena rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra, plus international tours with the group as one of their lead singers, gave him the opportunity to perform at the highest level possible working alongside some of the industry's top talent. As a solo artist, he's toured the country with his own band ranging from 8 to 15 players. Chris has also worked alongside icon Julie Andrews and currently tours with American Young Voices, which works with elementary and middle school choir programs around the country, bringing them together in major arenas to sing in a massive choir, typically 8000 strong with top musicians and singers. Chris has also been working since 2016 to bring awareness to MHS's drama and chorus programs-hosting an annual holiday concert with the proceeds going to help fund their upcoming productions. This past year he was honored by Monmouth Arts with the 2021 Artist Achievement Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts. He currently resides in Pt. Pleasant Beach with his wife Tara, and 2 daughters Remi and Cora.

Kaysonne Anderson
Trustee

Kaysonne Anderson graduated from Manasquan High School in 2004. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from the University of New Hampshire in 2008. Kaysonne has worked for Income Research and Management in Boston, MA, for the past 10 years as a Portfolio Risk Associate and has recently transitioned to a position as a Trader of Fixed Income Securities. Kaysonne resides in the suburbs of Boston with his wife Amanda, and 2 daughters, Skylar and Amaya (but Belmar will always be his home!)

Madeline Farris
Trustee

Madeline Faris is a Manasquan High School graduate, Class of 2008. She earned her undergraduate degree in Finance from Lehigh University in 2012. Madeline is currently a Compliance Manager at Stryker Corporation. Prior to joining Stryker, Madeline worked in consulting at PwC followed by a few years in Anti-Corruption Compliance at Standard Chartered Bank. Madeline resides in Brielle with her husband, Andrew, daughter, Tessa, and 2 dogs Warren and Pico.

Kerry McBride
Trustee

Kerry is a member of MHS's Class of 1976. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Monmouth College. After graduating, he worked in the field of finance and in 1986, founded McBride Awning Company. In addition to running the family business he also owns and operates Greenwood Properties LLC. Kerry is currently the President/Treasurer of the Warrior Band Parent Association. He is also the President/Treasurer of the MHS Drama Parent Association, where he volunteers his time leading set design and construction. He also volunteers for St. Catherine's Parish where he teaches CCD, in addition to helping and supporting Boy Scout Troop #31, Spring Lake. Kerry resides in Spring Lake Heights with his five daughters (all MHS grads) and his one son (MHS Class of 2024) and their cat, Rocky.