Our Team
Each person at ESP Boston brings a unique set of skills and experience to their work. Every member of our founding team is a Boston Public Schools parent.
Emily Pierce
Founder & Executive Director
Emily is a community connector and a passionate advocate for public education. Guided by her experiences as a history teacher, youth mentor, and program manager, Emily helps school leaders build and sustain meaningful partnerships on behalf of their students and families.
Frances Blair
Program Director
Frances is a Boston native and BPS graduate who is passionate about equity in public education and brings a personal connection to her work. She supports coordination between schools and program partners, drawing on her background in client operations to bring a collaborative, detail-oriented approach to ESP’s mission.
Jane Farrington
Operations Director
Jane is team oriented and a strong supporter of public education. Her experience in health care with special needs children, as well as in the educational nonprofit sector, has shaped her commitment to collaboration, organization, and behind-the-scenes support at ESP.