Jason Helsdon

Jason was born and raised upstate in a small town, on a farm, near Rochester, NY and has spent time in the Midwest in Chicago and here in New York City. He is a resident of Brooklyn and has his degrees from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, and his Masters in Educational Leadership from American College of Education in Indiana. He is certified in English Language Arts, Mathematics and Science and holds an algebra specialist endorsement. He has been teaching for 17 years across the Chicago Public School system and here in New York City, most of his time teaching middle school math.

Outside of the classroom, he enjoys cooking, reading, anything to do with coffee and spending time with family, friends and people he cares about. He is excited to be a part of the Haven Academy family and working with the scholars here to achieve great things through building community and strong relationships with all stakeholders within our school.

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

Haven Staff Member

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

Parent

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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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Fulfilling Career Choice for Teachers and Leaders.

Haven Staff Member

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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 second place my kids call home.

Parent

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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.

Recent Testimonials

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.

Haven Staff Member