2026-2027 BOARD OF EDUCATION CANDIDATES

Cory O’Brien is a lifelong member of the Waterford-Halfmoon community and a proud 1995 graduate of the district. His wife, Brooke, is also a graduate, and their daughter is currently a senior at Waterford-Halfmoon High School, reflecting their family’s long-standing connection to the schools.

Cory has been actively involved in coaching local youth athletics and remains closely connected to students and families in the community. He also organizes the Scott VanBramer Memorial Golf Tournament, an annual charity event that raises funds to support local families facing cancer and other critical illnesses.With over 20 years of experience in sales leadership,

Cory brings a practical, honest, and results-driven approach. He is running for the Board of Education to give back to the community that shaped him and to help ensure strong schools and continued success for future generations.

Jevon Waldron is a lifelong resident of Waterford. He shares his home with his wife Kara and two children who are students in the district. As a former student himself (Class of 97) he understands the value and sense of community Waterford can provide.

After graduation Jevon attended the University at Albany where he received a BA in History. He has since worked for SUNY System Administration, which has given him a unique understanding of the value of primary and secondary public education in providing an excellent foundation for a successful future.

In his free time, he enjoys watching his children participate in school and youth sports.  During baseball season he is happy to volunteer his time to scorekeeping. Spending time with coaches, parents & residents who come together to support a town or school team demonstrates how not just serving your community matters, but how it can make a difference.

He cares deeply for both the school and town, understanding the balance that needs to be achieved. His goal, if elected, is to continue to advocate for a strong educational experience while understanding he has a responsibility to the taxpayers who fund the district.

Tony Noto has been a resident of Waterford for over 18 years, where he and his wife, Michelle, have raised their three children. With two graduates of Waterford-Halfmoon and one current 10th grader, Tony brings nearly two decades of firsthand experience as a district parent. His decision to run for the school board is rooted simply in a desire to give back to the community that has supported his family for so long. 

A graduate of Utica College and Simmons College with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Tony is the founder and operator of Noto Physical Therapy. Managing his home-based, neurologically focused clinic since 2014 has instilled in him a disciplined approach to problem-solving, an appreciation for data-informed decisions, and the practical management skills required to run a small business. 

Tony is running for the school board to combine his professional expertise with his passion for the Waterford community. He believes in a collaborative approach to governance, where his role is to listen, evaluate information carefully, and contribute to the continued success of the district that has been so central to his family's life.