Citywide Council on High Schools
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Citywide Council on High Schools
2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Manhattan: Candidate Vertell Brown DBN: 02M520 IEP: No ELL No IEP: No ELL No Applicant N/A Background Personal I look forward to working with you Statement Candidate Melissa Christensen DBN: 02M600 Applicant I currently own/direct daycare .. I love working with children and their parents .. I am at a stage where I Background can focus on my daughters adulation and get more involved. Also I volunteer As a troop leader for girl scouts Personal Statement Candidate Ermaneze Davis DBN: 02M546 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I was the PTA President at my sons school for two years when he was in middle school. I was also a Background member of the SLT. Personal I would be honored to be a part of the High School Citywide Council and to help shape Public Statement Education. I believe children do better in school when the parent is involed. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 1 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Mona M Kotb DBN: 02M545 02M545 02M217 IEP: No No No ELL No No No DBN: 02M418 IEP: No ELL No Applicant Background Personal Statement Candidate Sunny Moy Applicant I am the co-founder and President of non profit 501c3 organization call Asian American Youth Center. Background The organization has been existance in NYC Chinatown community since 1999. I am presently and had worked closely with school principals of ( PS2, PS124 and PS130 ) in the community. Also I was School Leadership team member when my sons and daughters were in elementary school. Personal I am applying for the Education Council because I'm devoted to see our future generations become Statement better educated and build skills that will prepared them for their next level of education. Candidate Phyllis Rampulla DBN: 02M422 IEP: No ELL No Applicant Over the course of 3 years, I was active in advocating for and building consensus for legislation that Background ultimately became law in NYS. That process taught me much about how state and city government operate in NY, and the strategies required to be successful in such an endeavor. Additionally, as a staff educator in health care, I have an appreciation for the multitude of learning styles that students bring to the classroom and the importance of supporting teaching styles beyond the traditional didactic means of conveying information. Personal As my son nears the completion of his journey through the NYC school system, I believe that I, as a Statement parent, have something constructive and directive to offer as a member of the Citywide Council on High Schools. I am a strong believer in informed choices. Only through respectful dialog and debate can all stakeholder concerns be given proper consideration in decisions that will have expansive, farreaching impact on students, teachers, families, and the community at large. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 2 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Tiffany Simmons DBN: 05M499 IEP: No ELL No Applicant Current lead preschool teacher, former charter school 1st grade head teacher, 5th grade CTT teacher, Background and DOE paraprofessional with district 75. Personal Dedicated advocate and participate in providing much needed care, knowledge and experience to Statement underprivileged children and families. Being a product of the same under served environment fosters a personal connection. This motivational factor has lead me to obtain and seek fundamental knowledge as well as first hand experience in bridging the gap. Therefore clarifying the politics while implementing strategies for success. Candidate Valerie V Williams DBN: 02M094 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I have been an Advocate for Children with Disabilities for over 12 years. I was the PTA/ PA President Background for 094M - the Spectrum School from 2009 2013, and then I was elected to District 75 CEC 20132015. During my time on the current council: I have helped numerous parents to receive the services, placement and therapies for their students throughout District 75. I have also testified in numerous hearings in Albany & at the New York City Council in reference to Instruction & Literacy for Students with Special Needs. I have also given statements in various Press Conferences in support of Children with Special Needs concerning Busing, Co-Location, Instruction, Literacy and Related Services. Personal I am an Entrepreneur with my own Grant Writing Firm, and I have a Masters of Science in Statement Entertainment Business; as well as a Bachelor of Science in International Business. I have written Grants, and I have an much more than average understanding about Budgets and the Allocation of funds. I believe that everyone has a disability, and that all children can be taught. I am a strong advocate for Parent Participation and for the Parents to understand the Power they possess. As a Parent You Must Stand Up For Your Childs Best Interest, NEVER SETTLE FOR CRUMBS!!!!!!! Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 3 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Leyla Vivian Bermudez DBN: 03M541 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I have been working for Community Based Organizations as an after school program director for over 15 Background yrs NYC PUBLIC schools. I have mostly worked in Elementary schools, but currently I am in a Middle School Program in Queens. Personal I have been working within in the school community since 1996 in after school and Beacon Program Statement settings. In my career thus far, I have serviced about 1800 students and worked with 4 school administration's and communities. During this time, I have always believed that although I technically work for a the partner CBO, I am also there to work with and for the administration and families of the school I am with. As a parent of a current and former Special Ed public school student, I am very involved in my children's education and in the school community as much as my work and school schedule allows. I am a strong believer in parent involvement and relationship with your child's school and academic development . The education process goes beyond academic development and must be a equal.partnership between all stakeholders in each students life. Candidate Simone Bloch DBN: 02M475 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I have volunteered teaching reading to high need students at the primary level, taught English language Background learners at Hostos Community College, social work at the graduate level, and writing to incarcerated women. In my private practice as a social worker/psychotherapist I have worked with teachers and students.I have worked with mentors, mentees, and staff at Girls Write Now, an award-winning mentoring organization. Personal I am a product of the New York City public school system and have raised three children, one of Statement whom is now a teacher in the public system. All of my education --from kindergarten through graduate school --took place in this city, and I have seen a broad range of outcomes. For the sake of equity and sanity, I believe that this is the moment for the "choice" system to be made less complicated for all parents and all children. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 4 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Hermann P Walz DBN: 03M485 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I currently am an adjunct instructor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, teaching in class and online Background classes. In the past I have been a class representative for my daughter when she attended another school. Personal I would like to serve on the Education Counsel since my daughter currently attends a public High Statement School. I myself am a lifelong New York City resident that attended public school from grade school through high school. Thereafter, I attended Queens College which is part of the CUNY system and law school. I currently am an adjunct instructor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice which is also part of the CUNY system. I believe I have a good grasp on public education having attended public schools and now teach students that are products of the current public school system. I believe serving on this Counsel would give me an opportunity to serve my community which I am hopeful to have the opportunity to do. Thank You. Candidate Çonstanza Martinez DBN: 02M420 IEP: No ELL No DBN: 06M462 06M462 IEP: No No ELL No Yes Applicant Background Personal Statement Candidate Nuris I. Leyba Applicant Background Personal Statement Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 5 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Lyndya Lee DBN: 04M680 IEP: No ELL No Applicant PTA President of several elementary schools including Foster Laurie P.S. 397, Brooklyn, Principle Y. Background Reid. PTA President and participating PTA staff of three Middle Schools, MS 61, MS 62 in Brooklyn and JSH 13 in Manhattan. I Served as PTA staff at Boys & Girls High, Principle Menkins, and at The Heritage High as PTA President, Principle D. Sugrim. A member of, Christian Cultural Center, Brooklyn. Served as, PTA President of The Jackie Robinson Marching Band Under the direction of Tryone Brown. Personal My goal is to bring a positive platform for our parents, by engaging the community, businesses, and Statement individuals to support and sponsor what the parents have collectively agreed upon. I know the power of parents, especially when it comes to making things happen. The power of parents comes from; not having to play politics, not being afraid of job or career loss, and OUR Voice Reigns Supreme. I will focus on what our goals are, our concerns , and or misunderstanding, and how to collectively navigate us to success. Every parent has a unique perspective that they can bring to the council and one parent’s weakness is another parent’s strength. I have a talent in public relations, and a grand-eye for potential alliances, teammates, investors ("who are not seeking financial gains,") and most of all, finding parents that will make our Parent Army Network (PAN) the most successful unit in all the U. S.. NYC Schools is a global masterpiece of cultures, and should be reflective in our parent representation. NYC is the greatest city in the world and our parents should represent the power of our city. So, on that note, I would be honored to represent the Council in our great aspirations. Thank You, Ms. Lyndya Lee Candidate Jorinda E Silverstein (MOORHEAD) DBN: 02M551 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I have been a licensed special educator since 1998. I have been a teacher and teacher's assistant since Background the late 1980's. I have worked with children between the ages of birth through 20 years of age. In particular, I have worked with children with special needs and their families. I have been a school administrator in the private setting for 6 years now. Personal I have a long background as a parent int he NYC public school system. My older son graduated 3 years Statement ago and my younger son is in 9th grade now. They have been public school students all along. I was involved in the Executive Board at my younger son's middle school, including being the President of the PA for the 2013-2014 school year. I loved being able to support the excellent staff there. Furthermore, as a teacher, I believe I have insight into the demands placed on them. I would love the opportunity to have a voice in the city wide system of high schools. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 6 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Monica Bajraktarevic DBN: 02M475 IEP: No ELL No Applicant 2014-2015 CCHS-Citywide Council on Councils, Lower Manhattan Representative (D1,D2, D3), Background Treasurer, Co-Chair of the CCHS Capital Plan Committee. I have worked in a private school setting for over 6 yrs as Assistant Director. I hold a Masters Degree in School Building Leadership. In the past I served on multiple committees at Stuyvesant HS, which included serving on the Executive Board, as a Chairperson of the Grant Writing Committee, and Co-Chair of Spring Feast Fundraiser- the most successful the school ever had. I strongly believe in supporting the public schools in NYC and dedicating my time and expertise. My goal is to ensure the highest representation for all of the districts that I represent and seeking the resources in order to benefit the schools and students. I devote over 60 hours each month to provide better opportunities for the students by visiting schools, attending meetings and gaining the district leadership skills necessary to provide the proper support. Students are my inspiration. I want to make a lasting contribution to the CCHS. I also attend the local Community Board Meetings and NYPD meetings in order to be alert and sensitive to all of the issues that are present in my community. Personal I believe in investing in Human Capital through education. I work collaboratively with parents, students Statement and educators. Parent involvement is essential. As a former NYC HS student myself, I have a thorough understanding of the advantages and issues that we face in the NYC Public School system. Working as Portfolio Analyst for the Rockefellers allowed me to gain analytical skills to help with maximizing all that can be offered to OUR students. It is imperative that equitable and adequate advances are made available to the schools in order to maximize their students' human potential and prepare them to be productive citizens and competitors on a global scale. As the Co-Chair of the Capital Plan Committee for CCHS, we took the initiative to gather and submit the capital plan requests from 400+ NYC Public HSs. It required over 5 weeks of work. I made myself available to each school to meet and work with them to bring better resources to their schools. Being a CCHS Rep is my passion. I can fully commit myself to making a difference. I would like to thank each of you for your commitment to educational excellence in order to increase the resources available to OUR children, and giving me a chance to continue to represent you. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 7 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Wanda Pichardo DBN: 02M298 IEP: No ELL No Applicant Provided oversight and support around policy development while identifying short and long term Background improvement opportunities at PS/MS 37 - Multiple Intelligences School as Title I Representative (Elected Official) - Board Member, and School Leadership Team - Committee Member; as well as PTA President (Elected Official) - Board Member, and School Leadership Team - Committed Member at Bronx Early College Academy (BECA) - City University of New York. Personal As an accomplished professional with 18 years of experience, I am highly proficient in Spanish as a Statement foreign language and Microsoft Office Suite with skill set and knowledge-base in the for-profit world applied to a not-for-profit organization. My professional experience has afforded me the opportunity to cultivate community partnerships working closely with New York City Public Schools in support of narrowing achievement gap with high-quality after-school and summer programs. As Special Assistant to the Regional Director at Building Educated Leaders for Life Foundation, an award-winning program sited in Presidential 2005 Step-Up legislation. I held key responsibility helping facilitate meetings with members of congress to coordinated launch events using aggressive and rapid reaction new pitching, and arranging media coverage. Coordinating Program Services for terminally ill children at a wish granting organization was the greatest aspect of my profession. I oversaw all aspects of of intake and referral process communicating on a wide variety of medical issues and qualification while managing multiple programs and developing group of volunteers into cohesive group. Candidate Amy Herren DBN: 02M437 IEP: No ELL No Applicant Currently, I am serving for the second year on the School Leadership Team at our son's school, Background Hudson High School of Learning Technologies; this year, I also serve as Treasurer of Hudson's PTA. Before moving to New York City, I served for several years as the Vice-President of the PTO at Cactus Wren Elementary School in Phoenix, which both of our children attended. While in Phoenix, I also spent five years as a volunteer English language tutor with public school students who had recently immigrated to the United States. Working with these students, I was awed by their intelligence and desire to learn. Additionally, I volunteered for more than five years at a suicide hotline--an experience that does not relate directly to schooling, but which allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of adolescent development. Over the past several decades, I've consistently sought to contribute to the communities in which I've lived, volunteering for numerous political campaigns and various, primarily education-oriented, community organizations. Personal I'm strongly committed to public schools and believe that good public education is the foundation of a Statement strong society. I believe that New York City's public schools have been neglected and under-funded for far too long and would like to contribute my share to their revitalization. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 8 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Lanaya Houston DBN: 03M415 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I have over 14 years of experience in education. Started as a volunteer in a daycare , children aged 2-5 Background years old and was hired to be a Teachers Aide. Held that position for a few years and was promoted to Teacher's Assistant. Attended The City College of New York, where I received my Teacher's Assistant certification. Obtained a position teaching in a preschool, where I designed a curriculum focused on music and the arts. Held a position as a Teacher/ Assistant Director for an after-school program, children 6-13 years old. There I assisted in the development and implementation of the curriculum. I am currently working on starting a nonprofit organization focused on homeless outreach, youth development and girl empowerment. Personal Statement Candidate Nadia Griffith-Allen Applicant Background Personal Statement DBN: 11X103 IEP: No ELL No 02M630 No No I have held a position as the PTA President or Treasure for 9 years at P.S. 103. I am currently serving as the PTA President and on the School Leadership Team. I served on the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities Committee for Disability Mentoring Day for the past 3 years and I serve as an advocate for college students with disabilities. I am happy to have over 24 years of experience in education. I have served as the PTA President /Treasure for the past 9 years at P.S. 103 in the Bronx and I am currently serving on the School Leadership Team for P.S. 103. Being a product of the public school system has allowed me to introduce the New York City schools to my children and to appreciate the opportunities that are provided through public schools. I attended public school in Manhattan, the Bronx and was fortunate to participate in the Specialized High School program. Professionally I was able to substitute and teach in the same public schools that I speak of. Through my personal journey I can share, lend support and provide assistance. I believe that we have to look for the opportunities that are available in education and seize every one of them. It is important for one to connect to those that can help you navigate through the public education system and once that is accomplished one must also give back. If the possibility lends itself my services can be used on the community or citywide level. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 9 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate Tiajuana Ann Cooper Applicant Background Personal Statement DBN: 02M551 IEP: Yes ELL No 03M307 No No For over 15 years, I have volunteered, mentored and worked as a Case Manager in low income and impoverished communities. As a Case Manager at the Belmont academy which is located in East New York Brooklyn, I had the opportunity to work with students who exhibited violent behavior, truancy, Learning Disabilities, Gang Affiliation, substance abuse issues and etc. In this capacity, I counseled and provided services to enhance students academic experience and progress. I co facilitated workshops/seminars on issues effecting students academic progress, parenting skills, outreach/ resources and etc. in addition, I partnered with Project Redirect and successfully helped several students forgo gang affiliations. as a mentor at the Harriet Tubman Charter School, I helped to co create a mentoring program young women. In this capacity, I with the help of teachers and a social worker, met with 15 to 20 female students to discuss and create action plans to address issues they were facing. In addition, to participating in community events and outings. As the mother of 10, I understand the importance of being support system and role model for youth. Over the past 15 years, I devoted myself to mentoring troubled youth within the NYC public school systems. In my capacity as a mentor and case Manager, one of my greatest accomplishments was to successfully mediate a truce between revile gangs in the East New York section of Brooklyn. My commitment for the betterment of youth earned the highest level of respect among adolescences and the community. I am continuously contributing my expertise to the advancement of Youth by empowering youth to embrace their stories, articulate their vision and step boldly into their purpose. Candidate David Ian Salter DBN: 02M167 02M529 IEP: No No ELL No No Applicant Background Personal As a product of public schools myself, I am a firm believer in the value of public education, not just for Statement the benefit of the students themselves, but for the health of the very communities they serve. Nowhere is the rising inequality of the new Gilded Age felt more keenly than in our beloved city of New York, and no institution is better poised to address that inequality than the New York Public Schools. With a son in high school, a daughter in middle school, and another daughter poised to enter the Pre-K lottery, my wife and I, just like parents throughout the city, have an enormous stake in doing all we can to help ensure that our children, along with all of their classmates throughout the city, are provided with a public education to equal that of the best private schools, so that they graduate onto a more level playing field. Our very best public schools do that now; more need to do so. In my work editing animated films like Finding Nemo, Toy Story 2, and The SpongeBob Movie, I've spent a lot of time thinking about how to make children happy through entertainment. I'd like to devote that same energy to helping make all of our children happy through education. Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 10 of 11 2015 NYC Education Council Elections Candidate Profiles for Citywide Council on High Schools Candidate CARLOS HERRERANARVAEZ DBN: 02M542 IEP: No ELL No Applicant I NEVER HAD PARTICIPATED . THIS IS MY FIRST TIME , BUT I WANT TO BEGIN TO Background HELP ANOTHER PARENTS AND STUDENTS FOR WE WILL GET TO EXCELLENT EDUCATION FOR STUDENT IN NYC MANHATTAN. Personal My interest in this position is for encourage students and parent to participate in the children life Statement education l,have experience in customer services and I want to help to other person to get the goals in them life. I took a first-year calculus course at a local college and earned an A. It seemed only logical that I pursue a career. When I began my undergraduate career, I had the opportunity to be exposed to the parents and students how the education is most important in the life.. I've also had the opportunity to study a number of subjects in the humanities and they have been both enjoyable and enlightening, providing me with a new and different perspective on the world in which we live. Candidate Michelle Livingston Applicant Background Personal Statement DBN: 03M494 IEP: No ELL No 08X282 No No 12X217 No No I was on the PTA as Secretary of Public School 39 before the school closed. I have volunteered in the Head Start program, helping in the classroom, meetings and field trips. I also conduct a children choir at my church. One thing in life that keeps me going is knowing that i have helped someone along the way. I enjoy working with children and their families. All of my life I have wanted to make a difference in someone's life whether it is my own children or another child. I want to be a part of change and by applying for this position it will allow me to help a child as well as my own. I feel this position will allow me to meet different people and learn how to socialize with others. I look forward to becoming a part of this council and I hope you will as well. Candidate DBN: IEP: ELL Applicant Background Personal Statement Visit NYCParentLeaders.org Page 11 of 11