Letters to the Editor from Turner, Chon and Li: In Support of Erica German for BOE

Updated April 20, 2026

(The following letters were submitted by Irena Turner, Gina Chon and Jessy Li)

Dear Scarsdale 10583,

I am writing to share my enthusiastic support of Erica German in her candidacy for the Scarsdale Board of Education. She brings the right balance of experience and skills needed to successfully fill the Board role and has proven her commitment to Scarsdale.

Erica’s dedication to the community has been demonstrated through her consistent involvement by taking on progressively more complex responsibilities within Scarsdale. More recently she has served as Scarsdale’s PTC President and formerly served as Quaker Ridge’s PTA President, to name only a few of her roles in the town.

Analytical Mindset - During her time as Scarsdale’s PTC President-Elect I had the privilege to work with Erica while I served as the PTC Budget Study Co-Chair. Erica consistently challenged us with thoughtful questions on priorities and the budget overall. She brought an analytical mindset to each use-case and encouraged us to think deeper and stay clear on student focused priorities.

Dedicated – Erica’s commitment to the community can be seen in some of these key roles she held in Scarsdale: PTC President (2025-2026), PTC President-Elect (2024-2025), QR PTA President Elect and PTA President (2022-2024), Scarsdale Schools Mental Health Restart Committee (2020), PTA Nominating Committee (2018-2019), VP of Class Parents(2016-2018), and serving on the Interview Committee for the Middle School Principal Search (2017).

Informed –Erica is a trusted and valued advisor to all who know her. She is willing to share her wealth of information that comes from her experience of raising her 4 children, ages 10, 15, 18, and 22.

In conclusion, Erica is the type of person we need on the Scarsdale Board of Education with her proven dedication to the community, analytical mindset, ability to navigate the community and proven track record of getting things done well for Scarsdale. She is trusted, informed and student focused and she knows how to always ‘be on’ with ease and genuine warmth.

Please join me in Voting ‘Yes’ for Erica German on the May 19th Board Election.

Regards,

Irena Turner
8 Spruce Lane

To the Editor:
I am writing in my personal capacity as a Scarsdale resident — not in my role as the Scarsdale Middle School PTA President — to express my wholehearted support for Erica German's candidacy for the Scarsdale Board of Education.

I had the pleasure of working alongside Erica this year — she as PTC President and I as SMS PTA President — and during that time I saw firsthand the qualities that make her exceptionally well-suited for this role.

Erica is someone who is genuinely easy to work with — a thoughtful listener who takes the time to understand different perspectives, and who brings a calm, steady leadership style that helps move conversations forward in a productive way. In meetings that could easily devolve into competing agendas, she holds space for every voice in the room before forming a view.
A defining attribute is her analytical and thoughtful approach to complex issues, such as the capital bond and budget process. She does not rush to judgment; instead, she asks probing questions, considers multiple viewpoints, and works collaboratively toward well-reasoned decisions. These are critical skills for effective board service — and they are skills Erica has demonstrated consistently, not just in theory.

What also sets her apart is the depth and breadth of her experience in this community. A Scarsdale resident for 18 years and a parent of four children — two of whom have graduated from Scarsdale High School — Erica has lived the full arc of a Scarsdale education. She knows what the early years look like and what the finish line looks like. That perspective is rare and valuable. Her volunteer roots run just as deep: she has been an active member of various PTAs since 2009, served on district-wide committees spanning special education, sustainability, technology, wellness, safety, and food services, and currently serves as President of the district-wide PTC. She has attended nearly every public Board of Education meeting over the past two years. This is not a resume built for a campaign — it is a record of someone who has shown up, year after year, because she genuinely cares.

Erica has proven that she is deeply invested in the Scarsdale community. Her commitment is evident in both her actions and her approach — she consistently prioritizes what is best for students, families, and the broader community. This is not performative or political. It is simply who she is.

I am confident that Erica German will bring integrity, insight, and a collaborative spirit to the Board of Education. I strongly encourage the community to support her candidacy.

Regards,
Gina Chon
164 Boulevard

Dear Scarsdale Community,
I am pleased to support Erica German for the Scarsdale Board of Education.
I had the opportunity to work closely with Erica during my time as President of the Edgewood PTA in 2024-2025 while she served in PTC President Elect. Through that experience, I saw firsthand her thoughtful approach, strong judgment, and deep commitment to our schools.

What stands out most is Erica’s ability to listen carefully to different perspectives and work through complex issues in a balanced and constructive way. At the same time, she is not afraid to express her views and provide clear, steady leadership when it matters.

Equally important, Erica leads with integrity and authenticity. She has earned the trust of parents, educators, and administrators through consistent engagement and a track record of meaningful contributions to the district. Her extensive hands-on involvement across the district gives her a clear and practical understanding of the issues our schools face.

Erica will be a thoughtful and effective voice for our community, and I encourage you to support her on May 19.
Sincerely,

Jessy Li
107 Potter Rd
Scarsdale, NY 10583