Ridgefield School Community Rallies for Paraprofessional Critically Ill with Encephalitis

Glenny Montanari, a 71 year old special education paraprofessional at Scotts Ridge Middle School in Ridgefield, is critically ill with encephalitis at Danbury Hospital. She is on a ventilator and unable to speak. The school community has organized prayers and support, while her family has raised over $36,000 to cover medical and household expenses.