What do you do?
I am the executive director at Honors Choirs of SE MN, overseeing the operations of five choirs of singers in grades 1-12. Each season we have an enrollment of 325-350 young people. I love my job!
How are you involved in the Rochester, MN community?
My job at Honors Choirs puts me out in the community for many events, fundraisers and volunteer opportunities. The Red Kettle campaign with the Salvation Army is one of my favorites so in December I work in as many hours as I can ringing bells.
What are you most proud of?
This is an easy question. I am most proud of my children. Both of our girls are caring and kind, with a deep sense of empathy. They have both achieved wonderful things already in their young lives through academics, sports, music and volunteering. They are strong young women and I am always in awe of the things they do.
What do you like to do for fun?
Spending time with my family is always fun no matter what. Bonus points if we’re together at the family cabin. I love escape rooms, the NYT crossword puzzle, movies, concerts, opera, plays (actually, all performing arts), sports, reading, working out at the RAC or walking in the neighborhood, baking, and occasionally traveling.
What are you most passionate about?
I am passionate about being a good mom, and will move heaven and earth to support my children when they need me.
I am also passionate about my work at Honors Choirs because I have seen over the years the significant role music plays in the well-being and development of our young people. I feel we all have an obligation to provide opportunity for young people.
Best dinner spot in Rochester?
Pasquale’s is my favorite.
Nomination (abbreviated):
Jayne is the rockstar executive director of Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota, based in Rochester. She works tirelessly to ensure the smooth operation of the organization and does it without ever complaining or breaking a sweat. Her dedication shines through not just from the way she treats her fellow staff members, but also in the way she engages the kids and parents, many of whom return to this organization year after year after year. Ask any of the choir directors, staff members, parents, or singers about Jayne, and they’ll all tell you how wonderful she is to work with and how the organization would not be anywhere near as successful without her.
