As Chief Operating and Talent Officer at Haven, Sherrie focuses on providing seamless operational support so that teachers, administrators, and students can focus on learning. Sherrie is passionate about empowering under-resourced communities and has dedicated her career to driving operational excellence in academic and healthcare …
At the age of 6, my family migrated to the United States from the Dominican Republic. I attended City College of New York, CUNY obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and majored in psychology. I worked in the Social Services field for 15 years …
Born and raised in the South Bronx, I graduated from Lehman College with a Bachelors Degree in Social work in hopes of giving back to the same community I was raised in. On my free time I enjoy reading, watching documentaries and spending time with …
Courtney Vaughan is from Charleroi, a small town outside of Pittsburgh, PA. After graduating from Roanoke College with a BA in Literary Studies, she taught English abroad at the National University of Laos through Fulbright for one year. Thereafter, she decided to join the Peace …
Jaylene is extremely excited to be a member of the Mott Haven Academy team this year as an ELA teacher. She was born and raised in the Bronx, NY by immigrant parents from the Dominican Republic. Throughout college Jaylene volunteered in many educational programs where …
Stephanie Slabic has had extensive experience as a classroom teacher, professional staff developer, and workshop designer and facilitator over her 20+ years as an educator. Her expertise in coaching teachers, coaches, and administrators has brought her deep respect and widespread recognition as a leader and …
Born and raised in NYC, Elsie holds the Bronx near and dear to her heart. Elsie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child Life Psychology with a concentration in Child Life Studies from Utica College. She is experienced in case management and counseling working with the …
Ms. McCann was lucky enough to move around a bit as a kid – she lived in New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts! Her family moved back to New Jersey, where she eventually attended Ramapo College of NJ, where she received a BA in Sociology and …
Adam was born and raised in Westchester, New York. He received a BA in History from Quinnipiac University and spent 10 years teaching High School Equivalency with various organizations throughout New York City, most recently at LaGuardia Community College. He is very excited to be …
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
Recent Testimonials
The second place my kids call home.
Parent
Recent Testimonials
I wish I was a kid again, I would have loved to attend Haven Academy.
Haven Staff Member
Recent Testimonials
Fulfilling Career Choice for Teachers and Leaders.
Haven Staff Member
Recent Testimonials
Me gusta todo, especialmente la atención y la comunicación que tenemos con los miembros del personal.
Parent
Recent Testimonials
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.
Recent Testimonials
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
Recent Testimonials
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.
Me gusta todo, especialmente la atención y la comunicación que tenemos con los miembros del personal.
Parent
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-08-17T14:06:00+00:00
Parent
Me gusta todo, especialmente la atención y la comunicación que tenemos con los miembros del personal.
https://havenacademy.org/testimonials/parent/
Recent Testimonials
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.
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-09-05T15:03:18+00:00
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.
https://havenacademy.org/testimonials/parent-2/
Recent Testimonials
I wish I was a kid again, I would have loved to attend Haven Academy.
Haven Staff Member
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-09-05T15:06:22+00:00
Haven Staff Member
I wish I was a kid again, I would have loved to attend Haven Academy.
https://havenacademy.org/testimonials/3920/
Recent Testimonials
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
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-08-17T14:02:40+00:00
Eric Lara - Special Ed Teacher
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.
https://havenacademy.org/testimonials/715/
Recent Testimonials
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.
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-03-13T11:54:16+00:00
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.
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
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-09-05T15:08:06+00:00
Haven Staff Member
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.
https://havenacademy.org/testimonials/3922/
Recent Testimonials
Fulfilling Career Choice for Teachers and Leaders.
Haven Staff Member
Mott Haven Academy
5.0
2017-09-05T15:07:03+00:00
Haven Staff Member
Fulfilling Career Choice for Teachers and Leaders.
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