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Our Board of Directors
ECC's Board of Directors is responsible for the policies, finances, fundraising and administration of the school. Our Board is currently made up of dedicated parents of former and current ECC students. If you have any interest in joining the Board, please email The Board.
Sarah Chiriaco (she/her)
President
Sarah joined the Board in 2022. She has a background in operations, business development, and recruitment with a focus on international programs. She currently oversees HQ Operations at Creative Associates International; she brings 12 years of experience to the role, including travel to more than 20 countries. Sarah attended The George Washington University, where she received her BA in International Affairs.
Sarah currently lives in the Rockville area with her family, including one child in ECC, and their 15 year old cat. She is a passionate runner who has done more than 25 marathons (and is always happy to talk running with anyone who will listen).
Rashelle Woodson (she/her)
At Large
Rashelle was inspired to join the Board after her son's first year with ECC in 2022. Being brand new to the area, she was impressed with the warmth and inclusion ECC offered to her family. After such a welcoming experience, she is happy to contribute to the community.
Rashelle has 20 plus years experience in sales, management and leadership. She spent many years with Estee Lauder Companies in management and education. After moving across the country and setting in Rockville, Rashelle is enjoying time with her two young children, exploring Maryland and getting involved in the community through their schools and activities.
Laura Martens (she/her)
Secretary
Laura is thrilled to be a Board member since 2022. She views it as the perfect way to give back to ECC, the school both of her sons attended. A lifetime ago, Laura edited for a private surveillance company, designed yearbooks for middle and high schools, and joined the service department at a luxury car dealership. Her passions then drew her to the world of retail. She was often incredulous that she would receive paychecks for working dream jobs at Bath and Body Works and DSW. Nowadays, she's found herself addicted to vanilla lattes, she's quite loyal to her Bravo shows, and she's up for any podcast while out walking her dog multiple times a day.
Her heart belongs to her husband, Luke, her two sons, Nate and Zachary, her beloved dog, Ribsy, and their three fish, Coral, Diamond, and Dory. Laura is originally from the suburbs of Chicago but is now truly attached to ECC and its welcoming community.
Katharine Ricketts (she/her)
Treasurer
Katharine Ricketts serves as the Treasurer on the Board. She is the proud parent of a current ECC student and brings both personal and professional commitment to the school community. Katharine has been a dedicated educator in Montgomery County Public Schools for the past 12 years, where she has worked to support students and families through her passion for teaching. Katharine lives in Olney with her husband Chris and sons Oliver and Thomas. She is excited to contribute her experience and skills to the Board and to help further ECC’s mission.
Robert Gomez (he/him)
At-Large
Robert is the proud son of once-undocumented Mexican immigrants and grew up in Pico Rivera, California. A UC Irvine graduate, he was inspired to join the ECC board after both of his daughters attended, wanting to give back to the community that supported his family. He lives in Rockville with his partner, Isabel, their two daughters--both ECC students--and a baby boy arriving in January 2026.
Professionally, Robert helps lead communications at Federal Student Aid in the U.S. Department of Education, where he oversees public relations, media, and outreach strategies. In his nearly 18 years with the Department, he has shaped national campaigns for the FAFSA® form, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other student aid initiatives, and often represents the Department in both English and Spanish.
Erin Thorp (she/her)
Vice-President
Erin joined the Board in 2024. She worked for 15+ years in Meeting and Event Planning where she managed site selection, contracts and logistics of annual conferences for an Association. Erin spent 4 magical years attending Hawaii Pacific University, leaving with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management and a love for the island.
Erin is the mother of 3 children, one who has graduated from ECC, along with Addison - 4 years old, and Olivia - 2 years old, who are both current ECC students. She resides in the West End neighborhood of Rockville with her husband and children. She spends much of her time exploring/adventuring with her kids and spends the summers at the beach with her family. Erin is very excited to join the Board and get even more involved with the ECC community.
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