2025 Davis Award Honors Susan Glantz and Steven Pynn

Susan Glantz and Steven Pynn Honored with 2025 Davis Award by Madison Democratic Town Committee

MADISON, CT — The Madison Democratic Town Committee proudly presented the 2025 Davis Award to esteemed local residents Susan Glantz and Steven Pynn at a celebratory gathering on Sunday, April 6, 2025, hosted at the home of Joan and Ralph Singleton. The annual award recognizes individuals whose extraordinary service to the town reflects the civic commitment and community values of the late Jack and Helen Davis, longtime Madison residents and the award’s namesakes.

The honorees were presented with official proclamations from the State of Connecticut by State Senator Christine Cohen and State Representative John-Michael Parker, as well as additional recognitions from the offices of Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, acknowledging their exceptional contributions to civic life and voter engagement. Newly installed MDTC Chair Andrea Aron and former Chair Joan Walker offered remarks, congratulating the recipients and celebrating the power of local leadership and democratic participation.

Madison First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons, joined by members of the Board of Selectmen, praised Glantz and Pynn for their exemplary and tireless efforts to reach voters, including door-knocking, phone banking, letter-writing, postcard campaigns, and other grassroots outreach that have energized elections and strengthened community dialogue.

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal also offered their congratulations. Lt. Governor Bysiewicz applauded the honorees for their dedication to the democratic process, community well-being, and public education. Senator Blumenthal commended their lifetimes of service and reaffirmed his own legislative priorities, including defending voting rights, preventing gun violence, advancing civil rights, and protecting reproductive freedom.

The event also welcomed Stephen and Jerry Davis, sons of the late Jack and Helen Davis, along with Jerry’s wife, Katie Davis, who participated in the ceremony and shared reflections on their parents’ enduring legacy and the values honored through this year’s award recipients.

Susan Glantz, a retired research scientist, has long been a force for civic participation, public education, and environmental advocacy along the shoreline. Her leadership through the Shoreline League of Democratic Women, CT Shoreline Indivisible, and the Madison Democratic Town Committee has empowered voters, informed citizens, and inspired generations of activists.

Steven Pynn, a lifelong educator and community leader, was recognized for his work as a teacher, principal, and founder of The ARCH School in Greenwich. In Madison, he has served on the Board of Education and the Shellfish Commission, and continues to mentor young people and promote civic engagement and student voice.

The Davis Award, named for Jack and Helen Davis, honors those who embody their legacy of community service, educational innovation, and civic generosity. The Davises transformed the Grove School into a globally respected institution, helped establish Temple Beth Tikvah, and were instrumental in preserving and enriching Madison’s civic and cultural life.

This year’s celebration served as a powerful reminder of the importance of local activism, collaborative leadership, and recognizing those who dedicate themselves to the common good.

For more information about the Davis Award or the Madison Democratic Town Committee, please visit https://www.madisonctdemocrats.com.

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