Women’s History Month - Sea Isle School Honors Outstanding Women

By Mary Lou Dordan

Shown after the program are the guests of honor and their areas of expertise: (Seated) Dr. Mary Caruso, education; Ellen Byrne, attorney; (Standing) Linda Layton, tourism/hospitality; Misty Kingsland, law enforcement; Dr. Irene Jameson, public relations; Martha Parish, flight inspector pilot, FAA; Mary Tumolo, fashion; Suzanne Spinic, air traffic control specialist, FAA. Not shown: Angela Bacher, science; Patricia Bourgeau, author; Joan Barron, NCIS.

The Sea Isle City Public School celebrated Women's History Month this year with an outstanding program held for their students in grades 3 - 8 on March 30. Local women, who had achieved great success in various careers, described their professions to the students, gave advice about job interviews, and stressed the importance of volunteerism to "get your foot in the door." Each speaker encouraged the students to find their "passion" and not to let anything or anyone stand in their way of achieving their goals. Another key message each speaker stressed was the importance of getting a good education. Aviation Education & Outreach Program Manager, Mary Lou Dordan, coordinated FAA's participation in this event that included two outstanding speakers from the Technical Center . Martha Parish and Sue Spincic were the most popular speakers of the day with their exciting comments about how aviation impacted their lives. The Q & A session from the students at the conclusion of the presentations was mostly focused upon aviation-related questions.