NHHSD 2021-2022
EXECUTIVE BOARD
NHHSD operates through ten high school students across the state, each with specific responsibilities and duties. Some brief information about each of these students is listed below, as well as their contact information.
Lilly Tague-Bleau
they/she
Chair
Lilly Tague-Bleau (they/she) is a rising Junior at Manchester Central. Lilly has been in love with politics since 8th grade when they started canvassing with NextGen NH. Their passion lies in fighting for climate justice, reproductive rights, and making marginalized voices heard. Lilly worked with NHHSD last year as the Public Outreach Director, and inspired by the family that this organization is, worked to become Chair. As Chair for the 2021-21 year, they hope to engage students across the state and inspire them to take action on the issues that they are passionate about. Lilly is absolutely pumped to work with all members of NHHSD this year! They want to remind everyone to “stay swag, and keep fighting.”
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Samay Sahu
he/him
Vice Chair
Samay is currently a rising junior from Nashua. He has been involved in politics, since the 2012 election and served as National Co-Chairman for High School Democrats for Biden. Outside of politics, he loves swimming and spending time with friends. He is so excited to get to know you guys and serve as your Vice Chair for the 2021-22 school year!
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Sarah West
she/her
Communications Director
Sarah West is a rising senior at Concord High School. She became involved in politics at the age of 10 when she volunteered for a campaign and discovered her passion for organizing. Since then, she has been a field intern for Sara Gideon’s campaign, managed a city council field operation, and was most recently an intern for Rep. Annie Kuster. Outside of politics, she enjoys theatre, traveling, and the outdoors.
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Esha Mukerjee
she/her
Political Director
Esha is a rising senior at Nashua High School South. She first got into politics when she took AP US Government and soon found a passion for social justice. Last summer, she spent a lot of time working for state and local campaigns. In her free time, Esha likes to play piano and chess.
Hunter Porter
he/him
Legislative Director
Hunter is a rising junior at Nashua High School South. He first got involved in politics when he jointed his school’s High School Democrats chapter. He also serves as one of his chapter’s legislative liaisons. He hopes to use his position to make a better New Hampshire for all. He is particularly passionate about racial inequity and he is so excited to serve you all as legislative director.
Pradhiti Modagugu
she/her
Deputy Communications Director
Pradhiti Modadugu is a rising junior at Nashua High School South. She looks forward to being the Deputy Communications Director in the 2021-2022 school year. Her love for politics may have started not so long ago but she is very passionate about it. She enjoys painting, listening to music, watching horror movies, and hiking in her free time.
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Sophia Biondolillo
she/her
he/him
Advocacy Director
Sophia lives in Manchester and is a Junior at VLACS. Her involvement in politics began at a young age, and since 2019 she has become involved in multiple campaigns and done direct advocacy fighting for LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, and equality. She also works for Seacoast Outright as an intern and is part of their social media team. Outside of politics, she is passionate about art, music, and education.
Lara Coady
she/her
Diversity Director
Lara Coady, she/her, is 17 years old and has been the chapter leader at Hollis Brookline High-school for the 2020-2021 calendar year. She has strived to create a more understanding and welcoming chapter where ideas can be shared and debated on equal grounds. Lara is in a band, playing guitar and bass and always makes time for her Golden Retriever, Kuma. She is excited to be the new diversity director for the 2021-2022!
Ishanvi Bachwal
she/her
Expansion Director
Ishanvi Bachwal is a current sophomore at Nashua South. Her interest for politics grows as she learns more about other issues in the world. She hopes to make progress for several communities during her time on the Board. She is part of her high school volleyball team, and she also loves to watch horror movies. Ishanvi is very excited to work on new projects, help out in more campaigns, and give back to the community!
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Dante Parsons
he/him
Membership Director
Dante Parsons is a 17 year old entering his senior year at Central High School in Manchester. He loves spending time with friends, playing basketball, playing chess, and can't wait to be the Membership Director for the NHHSD. He hopes to help people get involved in any way possible, and wants to be a friendly face during people's NHHSD experiences. He looks forward to meeting everyone and hearing their stories!
Alex Wahl
he/him
Community & Finance Director
Alex Wahl is a rising Senior at Exeter High School. After first getting involved in politics in 8th grade by knocking doors and making calls for the New Hampshire Democratic Party, Alex served as Chair of New Hampshire Students for Biden this past year. Throughout high school Alex has focused his efforts on delivering on issues like gun safety and climate justice. Alex looks forward to serving NHHSD this year by working with and listening to NH communities to deliver on our priorities.