Meet our Board
Our Board of Trustees is a dedicated team of wise, compassionate, and hardworking volunteers who generously share their time, talents, and leadership to guide Crossroads Center for Children. With diverse backgrounds in education, business, healthcare, and community service, our trustees bring a shared commitment to ensuring the success of our students, families, and staff. Their insight and governance help shape the strategic direction of the organization, while their heart for service keeps our mission at the center of all we do. We are deeply grateful for their ongoing support and the difference they make every day.
President ’24-’26
Kimberly Siciliano
Chief Executive Officer,
YWCA Northeastern New York
Schenectady, NY
Term: ’24-’27
Trustee since 4/2018
Vice President ’24-’26
Steve Oill
Training Project Manager,
Northern Rivers Family of Services
Glenville, NY
Term: 24-27
Trustee since 4/2019
Secretary ’24-’26
Shane Rauh
Vice President of Business Services,
SUNMARK
Latham, NY
Term: ’25- ’28
Trustee since 9/2022
Trustee ’25-’28
Steven Jones
President, Steven R. Jones, CPA, PC
Ballston Spa, NY
Trustee since 12/1998
Trustee ’23-’26
Kim O’Leary
Senior Accountant, Pocket Prep
Clifton Park, NY/ Pittsboro, NC
Trustee since 7/2023
Trustee ’25-’28
Sandy Pepicelli
Director of National Partnerships, RethinkEd
Schenectady, NY
Trustee since 7/2025
Trustee ’25-’28
Amber Hensley
Trustee since 8/2025
Join Our Board.
Please reach out if you are interested in being part of this life-changing organization.
Nonprofits can be “messy” and we are looking for good people to be involved and help guide our mission.
Board members are volunteers, and meet monthly (currently virtually), as well as serve on a variety of committees throughout the year.
Please reach out to KellyY@Crossroadcenter.org with a cover letter and resume. Only serious inquiries, please. Please include the following information:
- Full name
- Phone
- Best way and time to contact you
- Your Professional Experience.
- Board experience
- Education Credentials
- Development (fundraising, communications, connections..)
- Leadership experience
- What you’ll be able to contribute to our organization.
Welcome aboard, Amber! 8.5.2025
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest Board of Trustees member, Amber Hensely
We’re excited to have Amber bring her expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment to the Crossroads community. Her heart for service and her thoughtful perspective make her a wonderful addition to our leadership team. We look forward to the impact she’ll have as we continue our mission of supporting children and families.
Read her bio, below, to learn more!
Amber Hensley
With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, financial management, and client relations. I am currently transitioning into a new chapter of my career in commercial real estate with Carrow Real Estate Services, where I continue to build strong community and business connections.
Community service has always been a core value of mine and volunteering is how I was introduced to Crossroads Center for Children. I look forward to expanding my impact through deeper involvement as a board member. I’m excited about the opportunity to contribute my professional experience and personal commitment to service as a member of this mission-driven board.
A lifelong resident of the Capital Region, I currently live in Delanson with my husband and our two dogs.
Welcome aboard, Sandy! 7.9.2025
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest Board of Trustees member, Sandra Pepicelli!
We’re thrilled to have Sandra Pepicelli bring her experience, insight, and dedication to the Crossroads community. Her passion for making a difference aligns beautifully with our mission, and we’re excited for the leadership and fresh perspective she will contribute as we continue to grow and serve our students and families.
Read her bio, below, to learn more!
Sandra (Gonzalez) Pepicelli
Strategic EdTech & Educational Services Leader | K–12 Systems Expert | Champion for Student-Centered Innovation
Sandy Pepicelli is a dynamic and visionary leader with over two decades of experience transforming educational systems and scaling impact across public schools and the EdTech industry. Known for her deep expertise in special education, curriculum implementation, and systemic reform, Sandra bridges the gap between technology and instruction, delivering high-impact, student-centered outcomes in diverse school communities.
As a former Director of Pupil Personnel Services and a senior leader at Rethink Ed and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Sandy has led cross-functional teams, secured regulatory compliance across hundreds of districts, and championed initiatives that drive measurable gains in student achievement, product adoption, and fiscal sustainability. She is highly skilled in project management, strategic planning, and fostering partnerships that prioritize equity, operational excellence, and long-term value.
Sandy’s career reflects a rare blend of K–12 leadership, client success, and instructional design. She holds a permanent School District Administrator certification and has served as a college adjunct instructor, consultant, and state-level collaborator. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, Sandy continues to lead with integrity, data-driven insight, and a passion for improving the lives of students and educators alike
With Heartfelt Gratitude, We Thank Claire Baldwin
As Claire Baldwin retires from her role on our Board of Trustees, we pause to celebrate the incredible impact she has made at Crossroads. Her leadership, vision, and tireless dedication have been instrumental in guiding us through one of the most transformational periods in our organization’s history, including the purchase and move into our new building.
In her tenure as board member, Claire has been a true bar-raiser — setting high standards, asking thoughtful questions, and always advocating for what’s best for our students, families, and team. Her insight and heart have left a lasting mark, and we are so grateful for the time, care, and wisdom she has shared with us.
Thank you, Claire, for believing in us and for helping build a magnificent future for everyone at Crossroads. You will always be part of our story and family.
Past Presidents:
Wendy Whitman
John Yates
Cindy Barkowski
Immediate Past Treasurer
Claire Baldwin