Teacher – Lesley was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and comes from a family of educators. She attended Miami University of Ohio and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education K-12. Lesley recently moved from Chicago, IL where she taught 6th and 7th grade for 
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Director of Middle School Social Services – From early on in her childhood, growing up in Spanish Harlem, attending New York City’s public schools, and living in the Bronx as a teen mother, Gwendy understood the challenges in her surroundings and knew she wanted to 
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After-school Director and IT Manager As a South Bronx native who grew up not too far from Haven Academy, Mr. Garcia has dedicated over 20 years of community service to our neighborhood. Mr. Garcia started his service at the young age of only 13 years 
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Restorative Practice Coach –  Born and Raised in the Highbridge section of the Bronx, Mr.Hernandez has always been invested in contributing towards the growth and development of his community.  He began his early childhood career at the tender age of 14 by volunteering at his 
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Jessi has always had a passion for working with students. She recognizes that working with middle school children is part of the child’s formative years. She is eager to ensure that all children receive the necessary support to be successful in the classroom and build 
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Director of Data and Technology – Zennea was born and raised in New York. She taught 1st and 4th grade before moving on to do Professional Development, in the area of technology, for teachers in NY area schools.  Zennea trained hundreds of teachers on integrating 
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Music Teacher – Morgan grew up in Cincinnati, OH where discovered her passion for music at a very young age. Prior to attending college, she performed on National Public Radio’s show, From The Top, with her trio “Freshwinds”. She attended Indiana University Jacob’s School of 
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Technology Teacher- Ronald was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Growing up in urban education, Ronald developed a desire to teach kids from communities such as his. Ronald received his degree in Early childhood Education and has a Bachelors in Creative Writing from 
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ENL Coordinator – Aly was born and raised in Westchester County, NY. She comes from a family of educators and is proud to become part of the long list of those who have worked in the Bronx! Aly graduated from Middlebury College in Vermont with 
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Me gusta todo de Haven Academy, una de las cosas que tiene mi atención es que la principal de la escuela siempre esta disponible para dar la bienvenida a los estudiantes en la mañanas.

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I wish I was a kid again, I would have loved to attend Haven Academy.

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The second place my kids call home.

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The staff remembers your face and your child is treated with respect and courtesy. There is nothing but positive reinforcement and encouraging children to be the best.

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The teachers and leaders at this school are the most loving and most dedicated educators in schools. The school feels welcoming and warm. Kids LOVE coming to school and that is an important part of making life long learners.

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Me gusta todo, especialmente la atención y la comunicación que tenemos con los miembros del personal.

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With the support of Haven Academy, Principal Nauiokas, and the other teachers and staff, I feel part of a community—one that has the power to change our student's lives for the better.

Eric Lara - Special Ed Teacher