International Rewrite The Script Team


Each FC Int'l Convention brings a new Leadership Team and this one has a special mission!

This year's mission is "Rewrite The Script" (or RTS ;-) ) and together you'll be documenting

the difference FC Volunteers are making around the world! So get your camera and some

friends and contact your Regional President to find out what you can do!     ~ G'luck :-)


Northeast Regional President:  Ilana Springer   Stamford, CT

Email: ilana@fcvolunteer.com

School: Stamford High School         Grade: 11th

About Me: I've been involved in Friendship Circle since I started

high school and it's changed my life. I look forward to visiting my

friend Alex every week and have developed a very unique and special relationship with him. I

love recruiting teens to get involved in FC so they can have the same experience I've had. I'm

happy to share ideas for programs with others so feel free to contact me with questions :)


Southeast Regional President:  Sophie Bergmann   Charlotte, NC

Email: sophie@fcvolunteer.com

School: South Mecklenburg High School         Grade: 11th

About Me: I’ve been a part of Friendship Circle for 4 yrs. and am so

excited to be a member of the RTS Team! FC has taught me so much

and I can’t wait to share my experiences with others. I’ve had several buddies and created a

unique friendship with each of them. I enjoy the one-on-one time as well as the group

activities with other friends and their volunteers. It's truly amazing to see the bonds created

between each pair. I love to share experiences & ideas, so feel free to get in touch with me!


Pacific Regional President: Lauren Stockwell   Scottsdale, AZ

Email: lauren@fcvolunteer.com

School: Pinnacle High School         Grade: 9th

About Me: I have been working with Friendship Circle for 3 years

and it's constantly inspiring me to be my best. I'm an honors student

and a competitive dancer. This year, I'm excited to take the FC Leadership Team that one

extra degree from "2-11°" to 2-12°" to get our "train on the tracks" and moving! Can't wait!


Midwest Regional President: Freya Gothelf   West Bloomfield, MI

Email: freya@fcvolunteer.com

School: Frankel Jewish Academy         Grade: 11th

About Me: Friendship Circle has been my LIFE for the past 2 yrs. and

all I can say is that I've loved every second. I work insanely hard for

school, but I always make time for my special friends. I have many creative ideas of how to

spread awareness about kids with special needs, and I hope to spread my enthusiasm, love and

spirit for Friendship Circle to my community and beyond. I want everyone to know and love

everything Friendship Circle!! If you're thinking about volunteering, need advice on how to

interact with your buddy, or want to step up your volunteering feel free to e-mail me! :)