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October 28, 2020Upper School Staffby

Lesley Clark

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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August 20, 2019Upper School Staffby

Jonathan Destine

Director Of Data and Interventions- Jonathan Destine has been an educator for 15 years beginning as a  Math teacher in the NYCDOE in 2005. He has worked in various leadership capacities in supervisory roles. His experience in leadership is centered on instruction, assessment, data, coaching, …
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August 20, 2019Upper School Staffby

Gwendy Fuentes

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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August 20, 2019Upper School Staffby

Nelson Garcia

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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August 20, 2019Upper School Staffby

Joshua Hernandez

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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October 28, 2020Upper School Staffby

Jessie Montuma

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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October 28, 2020Upper School Staffby

Lauren Ringdahl

Teacher – Lauren Ringdahl grew up in Massachusetts and became a camp counselor at an early age. There, she realized she loved working with youth and, after completing her Bachelors of Fine Arts at Massachusetts College of Art & Design, moved to NYC and worked …
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August 20, 2019Haven Pre-K-8 Staffby

Eliotte Bazin

School Counselor
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August 20, 2019Haven Pre-K-8 Staffby

Zennea Chetta

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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October 28, 2020Haven Pre-K-8 Staffby

Morgan Ferris

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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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

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

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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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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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Fulfilling Career Choice for Teachers and Leaders.

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