Dear Friends, Neighbors, and Port Chester School Voters:

I am running for a seat on the Port Chester Board of Education and would be honored to have your support. As a parent, educator, and taxpayer, I am prepared to make thoughtful decisions that support students and reflect our community’s priorities.

Priorities

  • Advocate for increased state funding

  • Preserve the district’s Dual Language programs

  • Expand busing by lowering
    mileage thresholds or
    implementing centralized hub stops

  • Ensure equity, inclusion, and access for all students

  • Support music and arts programs throughout the district

  • Foster safe, supportive, and respectful school environments

  • Support the social and emotional
    well-being of students

Port Chester is a wonderfully diverse community, and I am proud to be part of it.

If elected, I will work to ensure our schools continue to support every student and remain a source of strength for our entire community.

Lesley Zlabinger

Background

  • M.Ed., Childhood Education, Hunter College

  • M.A., Vocal Performance, Queens College

  • B.A., German, Grinnell College

  • NYS Certified Teacher (Pre-K–6)

  • Former NYC elementary school teacher

  • 15+ years of administrative experience

  • Private voice teacher

  • Member, King Street PTA

  • Member, Port Chester Middle School PTA

  • Port Chester homeowner since 2014

  • Parent of two children in the district
    (PCMS and KSS)

Vote

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 7am-9pm
at your designated school polling place