Hicksville Public Schools
Members of the 2026-2027 Hicksville Board of Education
(Back Row L-R) Trustees Patricia Bulerin, Annette Beiner, Mary Dwyer-Johnson
and Kim Raspanti (Front Row L-R)) Secretary Ryan Chaplin, President Erin Guida,
and Vice President Linda Imbriale.
Erin Guida has been a resident of Hicksville for 14 years and has been married to her husband, Brett, for 20 years. Together they have two children who both attend Hicksville High School. Erin holds a degree in Product Development and Merchandising from the University of Cincinnati and currently works as a Litigation Paralegal for the Noll Law Firm. Serving her second year on the Board of Education, Erin also serves the community as a Board Trustee on the Hicksville Public Library. Erin has held numerous positions at all four levels of the PTA, has been a part of numerous district-wide committees and has been active with the booster club. Currently, she serves as the Wellness Committee Co-Chair, one of the Policy Committee's Co-Chairs and is a member of the Curriculum Committee. As one of the founding members of the Family Engagement group, Erin also continues to advocate for collaboration and partnerships with our students, families and the staff of Hicksville.
Linda Imbriale is a 24 year resident of Hicksville, and has served on the Board of Education since 2019. She is the mother of two children, both who graduated from HHS. Linda is a member of the Hicksville High School PTSA as well as SEPTA. As Board Secretary/trustee, Linda co-chairs the Special Education Advisory Committee, Curriculum Committee, and the Communications Advisory Committee. Linda has always been very passionate about advocating for all students, and is thrilled to serve this wonderful community that puts children’s needs first.
Ryan Chaplin has been a Hicksville resident for the past twenty years, along with his wife Jennifer, who is a teacher of 30 years. They have two boys, one a proud HHS graduate going into his second year at Delaware University and the other a rising senior at the HS this year. Ryan has been deeply involved in the Hicksville Music Parents Association for 6 years, serving as the president of the group for the past 5. Ryan has been active in the community throughout his years in the district, having been a Founders Day Honoree, and along with his wife Jennifer were named Honorary Liferecipients in 2024. Ryan is a partner at a restoration company helping Long Island families navigate unexpected emergencies when they arise in their homes. He looks forward to continuing to serve the community and its students, having truly appreciated all the opportunities and success his children have enjoyed during their years in the district.
Annette Beiner has proudly served on the Hicksville Board of Education since 2022. She has been a Hicksville resident since 1998 and, along with her husband, raised their two children. Her husband graduated from Hicksville High School, and their children proudly represent the third generation of their family to graduate from the Hicksville Public Schools.
Annette holds a degree in Business Management and is a Defense Litigation Paralegal.
For nearly two decades, Annette has been actively involved in the Hicksville community through numerous volunteer leadership roles. She has served as President and Treasurer of the Lee Avenue PTA, Treasurer of the Hicksville Middle School PTA, President and Treasurer of the Hicksville High School PTSA, SEPTA Delegate, President and Treasurer of the Hicksville Council of PTAs, and President and Treasurer of the Hicksville Band Parents Association.
Annette currently serves as Chair of the Board's Safety Committee and Chair of the Facilities/Bond Committee. She remains committed to supporting the district through thoughtful governance, fiscal responsibility, and a continued focus on providing a safe, high-quality educational environment for all students.
Patricia is an 18 year resident of Hicksville. She is the mother of three children, one of whom graduated in 2022 and is currently an Education Major at St. John’s University, one attends the High School and one in Middle School. Patricia has been active member of community as a Girl Scout leader and has served in the Hicksville PTA’s for the past fifteen years holding numerous board positions at Woodland School, Middle School and on Council, most recently as Co-President of Hicksville Council of PTA’s. She has been an active member of Curriculum, Finance, and Wellness committees. She studied Business Management at Nassau Community College and has worked as a Purchasing Agent for various school districts. Newly elected to the board, she wants Hicksville’s diverse community represented in our board room while advocating for all children.
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