Mr. Hislop, Assistant Principal (He/Him/His)
lhislop@schools.nyc.gov
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Ms. Fuentes, Secretary (She/Her/Ella)
NFuentes4@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: A Tale of Two Cities / Jane Eyre
Favorite Movie: Vivo / Grace & Frankie
Favorite Artist(s): Bruno Mars & U2
How do you stay healthy?: Laughing; Listening to music;
Why did you become a teacher: I am not a teacher by profession, but everyday, I try to teach my son to lead and not follow. Do not think. Do.
A Quote you live by: The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched — they must be felt with the heart. -Helen Keller
Advice to this generation: Believe in your abilities, only you can make your reality.
Ms. Brown, Parent Coordinator (She/Her/Hers)
dbrown21@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: Becoming by Michelle Obama
Favorite Movie: The Lion King
Favorite Artist(s): Thank, Jahiem, Mario
How do you stay healthy?: Swimming, drinking lots of water, I don't eat after 8pm, I love vegetables
Why did you become a parent coordinator: I chose to become a parent coordinator because I am a firm believer that "if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life.". For a while I had a hard time finding my purpose until I was listening to Steve Harvey, and he said a few powerful words that stuck with me which was "your purpose is the thing you do best with the least amount of effort". After reflecting on that I realized that when it comes to helping people, it requires nothing more than me doing it from the heart. Not only do I love helping but I love children. When the opportunity came for me to take the position of Parent coordinator, Hands down I wanted the position. Not only did I know this position would be for me, but I'm also working in a community that I Know I can make a difference in. It's just something about helping people that makes me happy. Currently furthering my education in Social work.
A Quote you live by: " Your purpose is in your passion"
Advice to this generation:Be intentional about the way you show up for yourself.
Ms. Lalin, Guidance Counselor (She/Her/Hers)
alalin@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: Do Plátanos go wit’ Collard Greens & House on Mango Street
Favorite Movie: Inside Man & Center Stage
Favorite Artist(s): Sech, Jhene Aiko, Beres Hammond, SZA
How do you stay healthy?: Exercising, practicing yoga, stretching
Why did you become a teacher: I became a teacher to be the person I needed when I was younger. I enjoy passing on knowledge and molding young minds. I want to continue working with young people to help them find their path in this world.
A Quote you live by: “Everything happens for a reason” and “Education is the most powerful tool we can use to change the world." -Nelson Mandela
Advice to this generation: Never let your crowns fall. If it does, just pick it up and keep moving. Adjust your crown if need be. Follow the beat to your own drum. Create YOUR future and be a LEADER. You’ll be faced with hurdles on your path to greatness but always remember to push forward no matter what. You are amazing.You are more than enough. You are loved.
Ms. Letren, Guidance Counselor (She/Her/Hers)
CLetren@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: While Justice Sleeps by Stacy Abrams
Favorite Movie: Hallmark movies
Favorite Artist(s): SVEN DALSGAAD
How do you stay healthy?: By doing a three mile walking trail every weekend
Why did you become a teacher: To educate and nourish the young minds
A Quote you live by: The way to the transgressor is exceedingly difficult
Advice to this generation: Learn as much as you can, you might be the one to assist in the change of the world.
Ms. Edwards, Social Worker (She/Her/Hers)
VEdwards11@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: 101 Ways Black Women Can Learn to Love Themselves By: Jamie Walker
Favorite Movie: The Count of Monte Cristo
Favorite Artist(s): John Legend, Neyo and India Arie
How do you stay healthy?: I prioritize my mental health.
Why did you become a teacher: I became a Social Worker to help heal, build and restore communities where mental health is stigmatized.
A Quote you live by: If you don't stand for something you'll fall for anything.
Advice to this generation: Add "healing" to the list of things you would like to accomplish in your life.
Ms. Cesar, Social Worker (She/Her/Hers)
acesar2@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: Paul David Tripp New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional
Favorite Movie: Love & basketball
Favorite Artist(s): a boogie with the hoodie & lil baby
How do you stay healthy?: I go to the gym everyday
Why did you become a Teacher (Educator): I became a social worker to unstigmatized the way social workers are perceived.
A Quote you live by: weapons are going to form, but they will not prosper
Advice to this generation: be yourself and love who you are
Ms. Ratley, School Support (She/Her/Hers)
CRatley3@schools.nyc.gov
Favorite Book: Becoming By Michelle Obama
Favorite Movie: Temptations
Favorite Artist(s): Nelly
Why did you become a teacher: Because I love children, and I like to see the reach their accomplishments.
A Quote you live by: Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do. The sky is the limit
Advice to this generation: As long as you stay focused, you will not go astray.