About Rachael

From city roots to country soil, I've dedicated my life to service, community, and meaningful connection.

Originally from Brooklyn, NY, I spent my early years in Margate, NJ, just outside of Atlantic City. I attended Rutgers University for my undergraduate studies and later earned my graduate degree from the Rutgers School of Social Work, specializing in Violence Against Women and Children. Since 2004, I have been a proud resident of Raritan Township, where I have dedicated my career as a Licensed Social Worker to serving Hunterdon County non-profits.

For the past 15 years, my family has been deeply involved in the Flemington-Raritan School District (FRSD) and later Hunterdon Central Regional High School (HCRHS). As a committed advocate, I have been a consistent and outspoken presence at Board of Education meetings, an active PTO member, and a dedicated volunteer for various booster clubs. My oldest child has gone through both FRSD and HCRHS, while my younger child is still in FRSD.

Outside of my professional and volunteer work, my husband and I have built a small homestead where we raise chickens and honey bees, tend to fruit trees, and maintain a large garden. We met at Rutgers as undergraduates and have been together for 26 years, married for 23. Our passion for homegrown food extends into our kitchen, where we enjoy cooking together, canning, and baking all of our bread from a sourdough starter.

Having transitioned from city life—where cement playgrounds, subways, and city water were the norm—to the open spaces of Hunterdon County, I've embraced a lifestyle of wood-burning stoves, well water, pickup trucks, and even shooting ranges. This blend of experiences has shaped my perspective, giving me a deep appreciation for both urban energy and rural tranquility.