“I have known Jerry for over 45 years and we have worked together on the NEA HIN Board for over 15 of them. Jerry has done a spectacular job at HIN. He quickly put the organization on a sound financial footing and attracted a talented and motivated staff. Thanks in large part to Jerry’s insight and boundless energy, HIN is effectively and creatively tackling some of the most important health issues in the United States. He has been an inspiration and both NEA and HIN will miss him dearly. However, we know the strong organization he has built at NEA HIN will continue to make a unique contribution to improving the health of children and teachers.”
Peter Mazonson, MD, MBA, Co-Founder at ClearCost Health
“Jerry Newberry is one of the rare, authentic leaders in our nation who has set the health and safety of children as the True North for himself and his organization at the NEA. His passion and diligence for the cause has had true and lasting impact that our children and grandchildren will benefit from for years to come. I am honored to know Jerry, who has been an inspiration to me and many, many others outside the world of education.”
Kim Bradley, Vice President, Customer Engagement, US Vaccines at GlaxoSmithKline
“Jerry has been a wise and thoughtful colleague to those of us here at the Foundation and a tireless, servant leader to students across this country. “We are humbled by the opportunity to support the Fund being created in his honor.”
Harriet Sanford, President & CEO of the NEA Foundation
“Jerry is warm, jovial, and enjoys life. He knows how to make you feel comfortable and a part of the group. He is also serious and compassionate about the education and health of children. He does not run away from stressful situations, but embraces them and puts his “all” into helping to find a solution to any problem. Jerry is a true joy to call a colleague and a friend.”
Susanne Tropez-Sims,MD, MPH,Associate Dean of Clinical Affiliates, Dept. of Pediatrics Meharry Medical College, Meharry Medical College
“Jerry Newberry has been the magician that realized NEA HIN’s health and safety programs for students and NEA members. He led work against bullying, championed school-based efforts to improve student and member health, and created nationally recognized school safety programs. I am proud that Jerry has been part of our NEA family. The establishment of the Jerald L. Newberry School Safety Fund is a fitting tribute to his work.”
Dennis Van Roekel, President, National Education Association
“Jerry Newberry has led NEA HIN to be a force for improving the lives of students and educators. Because he understands that collaboration is key to sustaining positive change, Jerry built essential partnerships that have helped NEA HIN implement health and safety programs. Jerry has inspired us with his passion, expertise and energy, insisting that safe school environments become a new keystone for NEA HIN, and fueling a vision for a dynamic future.”
Cary S. Sennett, M.D., Ph.D., President, IMPAQ International LLC; President, NEA HIN Board of Directors