Trinity Academy—a tuition-free, independent & unique elementary school with a kindergarten in Hartford, primarily serving students from Hartford’s neighborhoods that is literally life-changing for its students.
Mark Panico
Board Chair
Senior executive with more than 20 years of experience successfully leading midsize P&Ls both domestically and internationally. A strategic problem solver who thrives on dissecting businesses to identify opportunities for growth, profitability, and leadership development. Currently serves as Chair of the Board for Trinity Academy, a tuition-free elementary school in Hartford, where he provides governance and strategic oversight in support of educational equity and student success.
Barton Darney
Development Director
Barton Darney is the Development Director at Trinity Academy, a tuition-free elementary school in Hartford serving students from historically underserved communities. With over 15 years of experience in nonprofit development and education, Barton leads fundraising strategy, community partnerships, and board engagement, raising more than $500,000 annually to support high-quality academics, innovation, and wraparound services for students. Barton is passionate about building relationships that expand opportunity, strengthen equity in education, and empower young people to thrive.