Wayne Grounded is run by a group of passionate high school students from Wayne. We are excited to engage the community in our mission, and use our voices to empower future generations with the knowledge to combat the environmental threats that face our town.
ABHINAV E. JACOBS
Senior Executive Manager
Currently a high school senior at PCTI STEM Academy, Abhinav has felt the call to environmentalism since youth, drafting a petition to ban plastic bags/straws in Wayne at age 12. Inspired by the need to revitalize Wayne’s ecosystems, he joined the Wayne Environmental Commission before co-founding Wayne Grounded. As Senior Executive Manager, he organizes, communicates, and executes all projects.
FRANCESCA DIGIOVANNI
Junior Executive Manager
Currently a high school senior at Wayne Valley, Francesca DiGiovanni strives to make a difference in her school and town. She jumpstarted a very successful NexTrex Recycling Program at Wayne Valley and helped co-found Wayne Grounded. As Wayne Grounded’s Junior Executive Manager, she helps with planning and overseeing various projects and works on engaging community through events.
MORGAN Y. LEE
Secretary
Currently a high school senior at PCTI STEM Academy, Morgan is passionate about advocating for sustainable environmental practices in Wayne, New Jersey. As secretary of Wayne Grounded, she documents all plans and projects, maintains membership records, and assists in coordination with outside organizations to engage the community in efforts to preserve the ecosystem.