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OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
Dark Garden Corsetry with Mystic Midway
Edie Eve wears the Lindsay ensemble from the Invocation couture collection
© John Carey
Miraculous Invocation to St. Therese
(Intercessory Prayer)
O Glorious St. Therese, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and inspire the human family, I implore your Miraculous Intercession. You are so powerful in obtaining every need of body and spirit from the Heart of God. Holy Mother Church proclaims you “Prodigy of Miracles… the greatest saint of Modern Times.” Now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention here) and to carry out your promises of spending heaven doing good on earth… of letting fall from Heaven a Shower of Roses. Little Flower, give me your childlike faith, to see the Face of God in the people and experiences of my life, and to love God with full confidence. St. Therese, my Carmelite Sister, I will fulfill your plea “to be made known everywhere” and I will continue to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen.
Prayer to Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
O Little Therese of the Child Jesus,
Please pick a rose for me
From the heavenly gardens
And send it to me
As a message of love.
O little flower of Jesus,
Ask God today to grant the favors
I now place with confidence
In your hands.
(Mention your specific requests)
St. Therese,
help me to always believe,
As you did,
In God's great love for me,
So that I might imitate your
"Little Way" each day. Amen
The intercessory prayers can be found on Catholic websites. For information about St. Therese, visit Catholic Online at the following link: www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=105
The statue of St. Therese was photographed inside Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dover, NJ, USA.
Photograph Copyright 2009 Loci B. Lenar
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 9, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Pastor Jean Feder St Juiste
Haitian Bethany Baptist Church
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Breanna Seabrook, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Nicole Pepe, Music Teacher
Benjamin Franklin School 13
Haitian National Anthem
Ivana Romulus/Dwyer Academy and Hervenick Barthelus, students
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Pledge of Ethics
Sariah Foreman, 4th grade student
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mi Tierra” by Gloria Estefan
Performed by Ms. Drouet’s Bilingual Class
George Washington School No. 1
“I Believe I Can Fly”, by R. Kelly
Performed by Kwao Taylor, Physical Education Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
“Home” by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden
Benjamin Franklin School 13 Chorus
Drumline comprised of 5th through 8th grade students
George Washington School No. 1
Quayianah Abreu Emmanuel Hinton
Arleth Aguilar Shaquanah Jones
Kiara Almendarez Joshua Lebron
Taylor Brown Star Lochart-Russ
Abdul Dempsey Gabriel Nash
Jay Elliott Sung Ni Wang
Joshua Escobar David Padulla
Caleb Exum Jefferson Perez
Jae'quan Exum Naem Rogers
Bryan Gamez Briana Sanker
Jamar Gilford Zaniyah Scott
Sherlin Hernandez Brieonka Walton
Aminah Washington
Original Poem by
Quayinah Abreu, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
“The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin
Performed on Piano by Jaquan Mials, 8th grade student
George Washington School No. 1
Haitian Folk Dance
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Haitian Poem
Shirley Adissa Group
Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Narrator: Fritzmane Davilma
Haitian Dance
Alexandra Mickens and Micheline Phareau Group
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
PRESENTATIONS:
Special Olympic Athletes 2013
Justin Almanzar John Marshall School No. 20
Diogo Cunha Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elianny Duran Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madelin Martinez Joseph Battin School No. 4
Jonathan Pereira Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Billy Sanchez Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
David Soulouque Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Christopher Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Vanessa Vallejo Toussaint L’Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Edwin Velasquez Elmora School No.12
Alexis Ventura Madison-Monroe School No. 16
Dianna Vicente Nicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Shantel Wilkins Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Rhazeem Williams John Marshall School No. 20
Coaches
Wendy Lopez-Silva
Anthony Mendes
Giovanni Silva
Volunteers
Sylvia Muniz
Melissa Grau
Anita Negron
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1:
Jaslet Anai Argueta Rodriguez
Danny F Argueta
Alan Jeffrey Cajamarca
Jeriahma Lomax-McIndoe
Eduardo Martinez Hernandez
Teddy Anthony Rivero
Leeasia Shanaya Parrott
Giovanni Alexander Vasquez Martinez
Kayla Consuegra
Magdalene Ramos
Emely Torres
Franklin Javier Villalta Argueta
Leonardo Antune Antxane
Maryoris Y Castillo
Perfect Attendance – George Washington School No. 1
Stephanie Martins Mendonca
Leonardo Martinez
Jimmy Ramirez
Sierra Naomi Ramirez
Rosa D Vasquez Martinez
Genesis M Cartagena
Giovani Consuegra
Breanna E Jones
Eric D Miranda
Elijah Ramirez
Shakira Raurau
Wilber Bonilla
Rosa Lee Jones
Eva Suarez
Students Ambassadors for their Grade and Class at Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
They are called upon to assist during special events to motivate their classmates:
Geoffroy Amouzou
Ashley Aracena
Stephen Ash
Michael Atencia
John Michael Azevedo
Martinho Codo
Carlos Contreras
Cherly Contreras
Yngrid De Los Santos
Jiovanni Dos Santos
David Fonseca
Victor Guzman
Carolina Herrera
Diana Lovato
David Marston
Irene Migosi
Pamela Nieves-Smith
Sami Orozco Juarez
Michael Ortiz
Alaceyia Smith
STARS OF EXCELLENCE:
Team members nominated for county teacher of the year from
George Washington School No. 1
Tiffany Cassese
Leydis Leyva
Allison Mednick
Debra Pugh
Team members recognized for their continuous and tireless efforts that highlights their commitment to excellence and the students of George Washington School No. 1
Traci Barnes, Teacher
Karen Boone, Assistant
Oneida Braithwaite, Teacher
Sabrina Burnett-Williams, Teacher
Maria Cabrera, Guidance Counselor
Karema Cunningham, Teacher
Wayne Scott Danodio, Math Coach
Natalie Fernandez, Head Secretary
Laurein Gareis, Language Arts Coach
Tanya Gilliam, Teacher
Stephanie Gonzalez, Secretary
Cartayh Hawkins-Reid, Master Teacher
Lirida Hegge, Secretary
Kenyetta Jackson, Social Worker
Andrew Kaplan, Teacher
Jasmine Lee, Teacher
Amy Liebowitz, Teacher
Patricia Kennedy, Teacher
John Mahon, Teacher
Rosangel Martinez, Assistant
Vincenzo Mascolo, Teacher
Benedetta Mosby, Teacher
Mary O’Hea, Teacher
Letty Perry, Teacher
Patricia Pesoli, Teacher
Marilyn Portela, Assistant
Deborah Pugh, Teacher
Kate Rush, Teacher
Kathy Santor, Teacher
Ann Shpakow, Guidance Counselor
Mark Shober, Teacher
Kwao Taylor, Teacher
Tracy Thompson, Teacher
Julie Unger, Teacher
Ximena Vanegas, Teacher
Kathy Ventura, Teacher
Lindsay Walker, Teacher
George Washington School No. 1
Recognition of Beata Backiel, Cook Manager and the kitchen staff members for always treating students to home cooked meals and serving dishes with high nutritional value in keeping with standards set by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Recognition of Ken Sugzda, Head Custodian and the custodial staff for always keeping a safe and sanitary environment, and for diligent efforts in promoting and maintaining the School No. 1 Recycling Initiative.
Recognition of Larry Meadows, Head Security Guard and the security staff for always keeping a safe and orderly environment.
The following team members of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 have displayed a commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization. They give up their time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students and school.
Alison Brennan
Sarah Brown
Dara Buchta
Nancy-Carrero Munoz
Chrissy Correia
Maryann Davies
Lara Filippello
Martha Goni
Barbara Hanley
Joseph Kwiatek
Giacomina Magliano
Vivian Martinez
Doris Matute
Lacey McConkey
Vanessa Nieves
Nicole Pepe
Michele Pridgen
Christina Rios
Kerilyn Saltarelli
Romeo Simoes
Carla Twyne
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
These parents of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 are recognized for volunteering their time, and support of events during school and afterschool.
Zoobi Afshan
Jacqueline Amaya Atencia
Elaine Cabbell
Rosania Freitas
Ileana Medina
Alyssa Montesino
Sofia Moreira Horta
Margaret Melendez
Jessica Lopez
Liliana Pacheco
Samidia Pagan
Douglas Teartt
THE EXCELLENCE PARADE AWARDS
Keys to Excellence Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the district’s mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments, and Pledge of Ethics.
Winner: School 7 AND School 31
Honorable Mention:
School 12
EHS
Leap Award - Awarded to the school that best exemplifies the spirit of their school.
Winner: School 26 AND Hamilton
Honorable Mention:
School 51
School 28
Imaginer Award - Awarded to the school that demonstrates the most creativity in their design.
Winner: School 18 AND School 29
Honorable Mention School 14
School 30
Jefferson
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Today, March 3,2007, the Steamship Authority's new M/V Island Home was commissioned in a ceremony in Vineyard Haven. Thousands came out to do a walk-through of the ferry.
Wayne C. Lamson, General Manager of the Steamship Authority greeted the crowd. The Invocation was done by Reverend Alden Besse. Welcoming remarks and the reading of the Orders to Commission were made by David J. Oliviera, Chairman, New Bedford member of the Steamship Authority.
Remarks were also made by others in attendance - Congressman William Delahunt, State Representative Eric Turkington, Boyd "Butch" King, VT Halter Marine, Inc., Douglas Wolff from Elliott Bay Design Group and Marc N. Hanover, Dukes County Member of the Steamship Authority.
Thousands were in attendance for the Reading of the Orders to Commission, Raising of the Colors and Reading of the Orders to Set The Watch. The weather really cooperated, not a cloud in the sky and the temperature was in the high 50's.
Carly Simon, her son Ben Taylor, Kate Taylor and friends sang a song befitting the day. Ms. Simon then cut the ribbon to signal the open house aboard the Island Home.
Below, compare the stats of the new Island Home and the old Islander:
Island Home: Designer: Elliott Bay Design Group of Seattle, WA; Builder: VT Halter Marine, Inc. Moss Point, MS; Construction Cost: $32.1 million; Type: Double-ended ferry; Size: Length 255 ft with a beam of 64 ft; Launch Date: July 21, 2006; Route: The Island Home will replace the Islander, a 57-year old ferry currently serving the route between Woods Hole and Vineyard Haven; Crossing Time: Fastest crossing time is expected to be 30-35 minutes; Passenger Capacity: Capable of carrying a total of 1,200 passengers that includes inside seating for approximately 625 passengers and outside seating for 422; Vehicle Capacity: The freight deck can accommodate 60 vehicles with an additional 16 on hydraulic lift decks, for a total capacity of 76 vehicles; The freight deck can be configured to hold motor coaches, trucks or semi-trailers; Powered by two EMD diesel engines delivering a total of 6000 hp and it has a top speed of 16 knots; In service date - March 5, 2007
Islander: Launch Year: 1950; Deisgner: Eads Johnson, Navel Architect of New York, NY; Builder: Maryland DryDock Company of Baltimore, MD; Construction Dates: November, 1949 to May, 1950; Original Cost: $1,010,343; Acceptance Date: May 12, 1950; Type: Double-Ended ferry; Size: 201 ft with a 58 ft beam; Crossing Time: 45 minutes; Passenger Capacity: 770; Vehicle Capacity: 49 cars/equivalent; Powered by: Diesel powered EMD engine for 1800 hp; Speed: 11.5 knots.
A farewell ceremony for the M/V Islander is scheduled for 11 a.m. on March 5, 2007 at the Vineyard Haven Terminal and the last scheduled departure of the Islander will be at noon.
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Island Home begins service
A large crowd gathered for the commissioning ceremony on Saturday. Photos by Ralph Stewart By Nelson Sigelman - March 8, 2007
The Steamship Authority (SSA) officially welcomed the M/V Island Home into the ferry fleet at a commissioning ceremony held Saturday that had the distinct feel of an Island block party.
Welcomed by the strains of a bagpipe played by Tony Peak, a host of dignitaries, local officials, and several hundred Island residents and visitors gathered at the SSA Vineyard Haven terminal for the 11:30 am event.
Friend greeted friend. Many shared memories of the venerable Islander, which the new $33 million ferry was built to replace. The festive atmosphere created an air of anticipation in front of the looming superstructure of the Island Home, ready to welcome visitors for the first time.
Ben Taylor, Meredith Sheldon, Carly Simon, Kate Taylor, and David Saw (left to right) provide some unexpected entertainment.The warm spring-like day provided an auspicious start to the vessel's new life. On Tuesday, her first full day of service, she would receive her baptism by weather as temperatures plummeted to below freezing and northwest winds gusted to 35 miles per hour - and keep on schedule.
There were intermittent problems first with one elevator, then with the other. Yesterday, Wayne Lamson, SSA general manager, said technicians were working to correct the problems. "It is not unusual for a vessel this complex to have some things that need to be corrected," said Mr. Lamson.
Marc Hanover, Vineyard SSA member.Officials seated on a platform set between the north and south slips Saturday included state Representative Eric S. Turkington, Congressman William Delahunt, the five members of the SSA board and Boyd "Butch" King, CEO of VT Halter Marine, which built the new boat at its yard in Moss Point, Mississippi.
The official ceremony began with a song. Stepping up to a microphone, Edgartown tenor, realtor, and movie impresario Benjamin Lambert Hall, better known as "Buzzy," sang "Dear Island Home," a version of "Dear Land of Home," a song written by Graham Valmore and first performed in 1915 that Mr. Hall altered to fit the occasion.
Wayne Lamson, SSA general manager, who began his SSA career as a ticket taker almost 40 years ago, stepped to the podium and welcomed everyone. "This is a day of accomplishment and excitement," he said, smiling broadly.
Following an invocation by Reverend Alden Besse, SSA board chairman David J. Oliviera, New Bedford member, said he understood the nostalgia associated with the Islander and the significance of the occasion to the Vineyard community. But, he said, "there does come a time when the rust, the vinyl seats and the inefficient engines need to be replaced," and the board must meet its responsibilities to future passengers.
SSA Captain Ed Jackson walks off the Island Home, which he helped build.Mr. Oliviera thanked the workers of VT Halter for their perseverance and diligence in completing the Island Home in the wake of the devastation left by hurricane Katrina. He was also one of several speakers to note contributions made by former Vineyard SSA member Kathryn Roessel.
Ms. Roessel, 51, was found dead outside her home on Nov. 27, 2004, one month before the completion of her three-year term. Police ruled out foul play.
On her stormy watch, the SSA grappled with issues of boatline management and leadership. At her last meeting Ms. Roessel and her fellow board members signed the contract authorizing the construction of a new vessel to replace the aging Islander. The board also agreed to adopt the name that Ms. Roessel chose - Island Home, after a vessel that served the Nantucket route more than a century ago.
In April 2005, Ms. Roessel's signature was integrated into a plaque for the new boat at a keel-laying ceremony at the VT Halter shipyard.
Benjamin "Buzzy" Hall sings "Dear Island Home."Mr. Oliviera said, "I'd also like to mention the late Kathryn Roessel, whose tireless advocacy not only helped get this vessel approved but who provided a sounding board for everyone and anyone who had a helpful suggestion, insightful comment or cantankerous complaint. Cassie listened to them all. Thank you Cassie; we wish you were here."
Mr. Oliviera concluded his remarks with the reading of the orders to commission, marking the official start of the Island Home's service. Following a rendition of the national anthem by Mr. Hall, Mr. Lamson ordered the captain to "set the watch" and bring the Island Home to life. To the shouts of the crowd and the sound of her whistle, the SSA crew walked on board the Island Home.
The welcoming remarks and expressions of gratitude continued as Mr. Turkington and Mr. Delahunt stepped to the podium in turn. Mr. Delahunt said that with the new ferry the Vineyard experience would begin in Woods Hole.
David Oliviera, SSA board chairman.Mr. King of VT Halter delivered heartfelt remarks about the strong bonds forged between the SSA and the Halter family during the construction process. He said the proof of that came in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. "The first call I got from Carl [Walker] and Wayne [Lamson] after Katrina wasn't, when are you going to get me my ship," he said. "It was, what can we do for you and your people. And we really appreciated that and we then understood the heart of New England and of you folks and that you cared about us.... From the folks down in Mississippi you have our heartfelt gratitude for the way you supported us and we look forward to a long relationship."
Marc Hanover of Oak Bluffs, SSA Vineyard board member, provided a brief background on the history of the Island Home, noting the contributions of Ms. Roessel and other interested individuals during the design phase. In particular, he recognized the hard work of SSA captain Ed Jackson, who oversaw the construction. "Although nine months late it came in on budget," said Mr. Hanover, who credited the SSA's management team and a board that worked well together for a list of accomplishments.
Curious Islanders stream aboard for their first look at Island Home.In a surprise appearance arranged beforehand by Mr. Hanover, renowned singer-songwriter Carly Simon of West Tisbury - accompanied by her son Ben Taylor, singer Kate Taylor, David Saw, and Meredith Sheldon, all of Aquinnah - stepped to the podium and delighted the crowd with a rendition of her hit song "Never been gone."
In a final bit of ceremony, Sara Lee Marshall, wife of Falmouth board member Robert Marshall and the official sponsor of the ship, and Ms. Simon cut a ribbon stretched across the opening of the Island Home's cavernous freight deck.
The crowd of Islanders walked on board for the first time in what many hope will be the long and safe life for the Island's new link to the mainland.
Standing in the crowded lunch area, Art Flathers of Vineyard Haven, one of those who involved himself intimately in SSA affairs and the design of the new ferry, said admiringly, "It's a big jump from basic transportation to a hotel."
OPENING CALENDAR
June 27, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Dr. William A. Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for:
Elizabeth Lawson, LDTC, George Washington School No. 1
Paul Casale, Art Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Wilexis Matos, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Roodlyn Valme, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Pledge of Ethics
Nyasia Hawley, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“You Make Me Wanna Jump” by Ruppe
4th through 8th Grade Students
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
STEAM Video Presentation
Prepared by Craig Webb’s STEAM Broadcasting Class
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
“Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28 Students
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
NJ State Police Top Physical Challenge 2013:
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Jeremiah Gullien
Alex Sanchez
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14
Jonathan Colon
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Lenin Betancor
Franco Cunha
Herney Echevery
Naydelin Ferro
Jimmy Gonzalez
Ramon Jimenez
Jaime Martinez
Luis Martinez
Marina Perreira
Kevin Patino
Gaston Posse
Jan Rosas
Chris Richardson
Emilie Rios
Taliyah Whitehead
Jalon Wright
John Marshall School No. 20
Jason Miller
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Academy Students
Beatrice Ariza Andrew Martins
Diana Bonilla Joseph Navarro
Caren Carbajal Emilly Oliveira
Sebastian Cruz Kevyn Pagan
Raziel Dulvese Kevin Privado
Katherine Espinal Yonis Romero
Melissa Fernandes Joshua Rosado
Deiontay Hall Chabely Silva
Keyla Hernandez Michelle Velez
Oscar Hilario Jesiah West
Tiffany Kensah Amaiyah Washington
Jaquill Lovett Ray-Quan Williams
Juan Pablo Duarte-José Julián Martí School No. 28
Jean Amilcar
Juan Betancourt
Antony Bryant
Zaire Gilliam
Shawn Hurd
Umar Nasim
Christian Paguda
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Danny Polo
Julian Soto
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 team members in recognition of their commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization and gives time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students.
Francisca Alvarado
Nicholas Carmazino
Mary Elizabeth Clarke
Kathleen Clavin
Charmara Davis
Kadejah Davis
Tracy Espiritu
Anna Farina
William Glynn
Aurora Guas
Nancy Kenely
Joanmarie Korn
Evalyn Leonard
John Mellody
Doris Moskowitz
Jessica Perez
Rui Reguinho
Diana Rivera
Susan Rodriguez
Zainab Salaam
Craig Webb
LaTonya Williams
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops and fundraising activities. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Armstrong Mertyl
Isna Encarnacion
Karina Hoyos
Julene Monroe
Invocation 2018 collection
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Corset dress, collar, and bespoke stockings
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OPENING CALENDAR
June 6, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Francisco Gonzalez, Board Member
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Kyairaa LeRose-Almeida
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Alessandra Sommer
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Portuguese National Anthem
"Hino Nacional de Portugal"
Performed by the Terence C. Reilly Show Choir
Pledge of Ethics
Laura Caicedo
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“West Side Story” arranged by Michael Sweeney
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Elementary Band
“25 Or 6 To 4” by Chicago
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Jazz Band
"I Wanna Make Magic"
Performed by the FAME cast of
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
" Flash Mob-Can't Stop Me" by Afrojack & Shermonology”
Performed by Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Dance Students
PRESENTATIONS:
Artist in Residence Mural Project: a video montage of the Mural Project will be presented to the Board of Education.
The Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Art Department is recognized for their exemplary effort in the completion of the Reilly mural. This project was accomplished in collaboration with Arts Horizons, Artist in Residence, Deborah Goletz.
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Artist in Residence and Art Department recognized for their exemplary work in the Arts
Deborah Goletz
Marcelo Dos Santos
Michelle Greene
Kenneth Brent Jones
Brianna Kolodny
Jennifer Simon
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Physical Education Department in recognition of achieving the Gold designation from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Isiah Halsey
Belinda Jimenez
Jairo Labrador
John LaRocca
Beatriz Villarino
Terence C. Reilly School No, 7 Performing Arts Department in recognition of their exemplary work in the Performing Arts
Steve Almeida
Holly Astore
Kamaljit Bhamra-Watson
Rodney Briscoe
Madruge Henriquez
Tiffany Festa
Brendan Lowe
Marlenes Luvins
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
In recognition of community integration and parent involvement at Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Maria Caputo, Parent Liaison
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops, fundraising activities, and the Excellence Parade. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Monica Acosta
America Castillo
Christian Criollo
Joy De Souza
Sima Farid
Jocelin Figueroa
Yulyssa Garcia
Jorge Martinez
Mariolis Maynard
Alex Mendoza
Luz Helena Moya
Suzette Negron
Ebere Nwaji
Oscar Ofori-Arhim
Ma Eufemia Okano
Elizane Paiva
Ilpa Patel
Crystal Paz
Eliana Ramos
Luz Sommer
Bjorn Teheran
Myrna Zapantis
Rick Zuzunaga
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
The Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Middle School Band for Achieving Musical Excellence
Concert Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 96.00)
Jazz Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 91.00)
Best Overall Concert Band
Individual Awards:
Overall Jazz Soloist Pierre Camayoc (Tenor Sax - 8th grade)
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
Mrs. Sima Farid
In recognition of her dedication as Terence C. Reilly PTO President for the past three years. She has contributed many hours of her time through various school fundraising activities. We would also like to thank Mrs. Farid’s husband, Alex Mendoza for all of his hard work, and devotion to School No. 7 and its students.
SKILLS USA 2012-2013 MEDAL WINNERS
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy:
1st Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Transportation cluster
Juan Duran, Dayling Giraldo, Lesley Magana and Valentina Vinciguerra Advisor - Ron Ussher
2nd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Health Services cluster
Claudia Sanchez, Leyla Sahuana and Shanthal Ulloa Advisor - Patrick McGee
2nd Place Customer Service
Ashley Frometa
Advisor - Penelope Hudeen
Elizabeth High School (U):
2nd. Place- Silver Medal Winners "American Spirit Award"
Paula Enriquez, Faustina Gomez, Emily Rosado
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
2nd. Place - Silver Medal Winners "Promotional Bulletin Board"
Andrea Marques, Eileen Urbina
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
3rd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Education cluster
Milissa Guillen, Yennifer Montiel and Makiela Montiel Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Web Design"
Sebastian DeLeon, Domingos Fernandes
Instructor - Dilbag Singh
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Chapter Display"
Kiondra Jackson, Leasia Miller, Janay Rouse
Advisors - Penelope Hudeen/Patrick McGee
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Collision Repair Technology"
Ezekiel Villafina
Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Custom Automotive Painting"
Andrew Martinez, Rinaldo Martinez
Advisor - Ron Ussher
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
BORRISHOOLE ABBEY (Ambrose Coleman, O.P.)
THIS, abbey is situated on the north-east shore of Clew Bay, about two miles from Newport, in the county Mayo. It was found- ed, under the invocation of the Blessed Virgin, by Richard Bourke, Lord Mac William Oughter, and head of the Bourkes of Turlough.
The founder gave the site in 1469 and embraced the religious state himself the same year. Shortly afterwards, the Dominicans took possession with the permission of the archbishop of Tuam, erected a temporary habitation and began cultivating the land. However, the foundation was irregular, as it was made without the sanction of the Holy See. Consequently a brief of foundation was obtained from Innocent VIII., dated February 19, 1496, which is given in full in the Hibernia Dominicana and from which we have drawn the above particulars. By this brief, the fathers obtained the usual permission to erect a church with a steeple and bell, and a convent with refectory, dormitory and all other necessary offices. The arch- bishop of Tuam, by the same brief, was empowered to grant them all absolution from the excommunication which they had unwittingly incurred by founding a convent without the approbation of the Holy See.
The abbey appears to have escaped formal dissolution in the sixteenth century, owing to its remote position, but in the time of James I., it was granted to John King, of Dublin. Its neighbour- hood was one of the scenes of the savage warfare carried on in 1580 by Sir Nicholas Maltby, during the Desmond war. It was probably at the time of his visit here that Sister Honor Burke, who lived for nearly a century with some other nuns, in a house which they had built near the old abbey, hid herself in the vaults of the church and had to remain there a week without food or drink. In 1653, on the occasion of the abbey being attacked and taken (See note 74), she with another sister fled to an island in the bay, to which the name of Island of Saints was given, whither they were followed by the English soldiers, stripped of their clothes and flung into a boat with such vio- lence that three of Honor Burke's ribs were broken. She was after- wards carried by her maid to the abbey aud placed in front of the altar of the Blessed Virgin. The maid then went to look for the other sister, who was hiding in a wood, and found her dead. On retuning to the church she was surprised to find Honor Burke also dead in .a kneeling posture before the altar, with her head perfectly erect. This was indeed the triumph of a martyr!
In the abbey is a tomb with the following inscription : "Orate pro anima Davidis Oge Kelly qui me fieri fecit sibi et heredibus suis Anno Domini 1623 et ejus uxori Anabla Barret."
In the Lords' Committee Returns of 1731, the following notice is taken of this community : " Another [friary] , in the parish of Burrishowle, whose number is said to be twenty, of whom five keep abroad in foreign parts and fifteen commonly disperse themselves about the country."
In 1756, there were five fathers here but only one in 1767. The last of the fathers connected with Borrishoole, Father Francis Burke, died between 1781 and 1785.
A great "pattern " used to be held here on St Dominic's Day.
THE FRIARS OF BURRISHOOLE (John O’Heyne, O.P.)
In County Mayo there is a fine abbey near the sea on river, called Burrishoole, founded by the O'Malley, formerly the chieftain of that territory. This foundation must have been made during the chieftainship of Cathal O’Connor, commonly called 0f the Red Hand; he began his rule in 1188 and died in 1224; but I do not know the actual year of foundation. This abbey, situated in a most beautiful and commodious locality, was established and endowed with many possessions by that chieftain, whose successor at the present ay, alas! does not own a single acre of land. That indeed is a frivolous assertion of the anonymous French author, who says that the abbey was founded by the family of the Butlers, for not one of that family, from the coming of the English into Ireland in 1172, obtained or had any establishment or possessions in Connaught by the time of James I., who gave the Marques of Ormond some territorial rights over the hereditary states of the O'Kelly. Charles II., restored in 1660, also gave the present Duke of Ormond many possessions in Connaught. So that besides the Irish records, the common traditions, handed down among the people welling around in the said territory, show that the house was founded, erected and endowed by the O’Malley, now despoiled of all his possessions.
In this house grave and religious men lived but of whom I cannot give a list except of those living in my own time, of whom were: —
FATHER TEIGE O'HEYNE, whom I myself saw blind from old age. He was a very placid man, serving from his profession in the same convent, and he never went abroad. He did very necessary service under James I., Charles I., and Cromwell the tyrant, at which periods a deluge of persecution inundated this miserable kingdom. He was a remarkable catechist, and although he was not armed with scientific weapons, he was full of goodness; so that he acquired the fame of a good man and an exemplary religious. He died full of days and devoutly fortified by the last sacraments, in 1682.
The good FATHER WILLIAM BURKE studied brilliantly at Salamanca, and taught philosophy and theology with success in the college of Holy Cross, Louvain. Being made master of theology, he returned home, and from his landing began to preach, though timidly in the beginning. But the wise and shrewd man found that persevering labour conquers everything; for by careful practice he became in a short time an eloquent preacher in the Irish language. He was very gracious and as observant of our rule as the wretched condition of our country permitted. He was often prior of his own convent, and once of those of Galway and of Straide; he was provincial continuously for eight years, and full of years he gave his soul to God, after receiving the last sacraments, in 170 1.
FATHER DOMINIC MAC PHILPIN studied in Spain and on his return home exercised himself constantly in preaching, so that he became a worthy preacher-general. In whatever place, even the most remote, where the chapter was being held, he went there always on foot. He was often prior, was very devout and exemplary in all his ways, and his preaching was full of unction. Full of years he died in 1700, comforted with the last sacraments.
FATHER WALTER MAC GIBBON studied in Spain and was lector of philosophy and master of students in Holy Cross, Louvain. On his return, he preached assiduously and was prior at Urlar, Strade, and in his own convent of Burrishoole. He died an old man, in 1648, after piously receiving the last sacraments.
FATHER JOHN O'RYAN studied brilliantly at Burgos in Spain and was a distinguished poet, as he proved admirably when he was a student at Burgos. For at that time the remains of Ferdinand, Cardinal of Austria, were being transferred from Belgium to Spain, that they might be laid in the royal monastery of the Escurial, and in all the cities through which they passed, they were received with great pomp, and especially at Burgos which was full of schools and men versed in every kind of learning. The prior of our convent of Saint Paul deputed Father O'Ryan to compose some verses in praise of this great prince and gave him a dispensation from choir, from matins till dinner-time. He promised to do something, but slept profoundly all that night. The prior thinking that he had been studying, paid him a visit immediately after matins, and was roused to anger by his conduct, for he knew that clever men from all the Orders had earnestly set to work to sing the praises of the deceased prince in Latin and Spanish verse. O'Ryan however gave the prior his poem, a mere couplet, in the early morning, which, when it was read before the archbishop and his entire suite, was received with silent admiration. Here are the words; —
Austria gave me birth, Castile fostered me, Rome gave me the [cardinal’s] hat,
to the Belgians I was a ruler and rector,
This father was teaching at Louvain when our general, Father Turco, made his visitation, and he composed some spirited verses in praise of him which are .till preserved by us in the college. Returning home le conducted a large school for a long time, to the great benefit of the whole of the county Mayo. He lived an exemplary life and died esteemed and lamented by the people, about 1674.
FATHER PIERCE O'CANAVAN, called Cano by foreigners, studied partly in Spain and also in France. He taught philosophy at Grenoble and moral theology to secular students at M4con. He then went home and was chaplain to a cavalry regiment, with which he came to France and went with the same regiment to Italy, where at Rome he was made master of theology by our general; he died at length in the kingdom of Naples.
There are many others belonging to this house of whom I have no information and so I hope that their names are in the Book of Life.
Of the members of this community I know none living except FATHER RICHARD O'HEYNE, my fellow-student at Salamanca, who was and is still a man of a most vigorous intellect. At a public thesis he obtained the lectorship of theology, in the convent della Salute at Naples, in which city he taught theology for twenty years with great success and applause. He was affiliated there and is a worthy master of theology in that province.
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Dark Garden Corsetry with Mystic Midway
Frankie Fictitious wears the Nina ensemble from the Invocation couture collection
© John Carey
OPENING CALENDAR
June 27, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Dr. William A. Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for:
Elizabeth Lawson, LDTC, George Washington School No. 1
Paul Casale, Art Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Wilexis Matos, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Roodlyn Valme, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Pledge of Ethics
Nyasia Hawley, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“You Make Me Wanna Jump” by Ruppe
4th through 8th Grade Students
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
STEAM Video Presentation
Prepared by Craig Webb’s STEAM Broadcasting Class
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
“Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28 Students
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
NJ State Police Top Physical Challenge 2013:
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Jeremiah Gullien
Alex Sanchez
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14
Jonathan Colon
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Lenin Betancor
Franco Cunha
Herney Echevery
Naydelin Ferro
Jimmy Gonzalez
Ramon Jimenez
Jaime Martinez
Luis Martinez
Marina Perreira
Kevin Patino
Gaston Posse
Jan Rosas
Chris Richardson
Emilie Rios
Taliyah Whitehead
Jalon Wright
John Marshall School No. 20
Jason Miller
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Academy Students
Beatrice Ariza Andrew Martins
Diana Bonilla Joseph Navarro
Caren Carbajal Emilly Oliveira
Sebastian Cruz Kevyn Pagan
Raziel Dulvese Kevin Privado
Katherine Espinal Yonis Romero
Melissa Fernandes Joshua Rosado
Deiontay Hall Chabely Silva
Keyla Hernandez Michelle Velez
Oscar Hilario Jesiah West
Tiffany Kensah Amaiyah Washington
Jaquill Lovett Ray-Quan Williams
Juan Pablo Duarte-José Julián Martí School No. 28
Jean Amilcar
Juan Betancourt
Antony Bryant
Zaire Gilliam
Shawn Hurd
Umar Nasim
Christian Paguda
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Danny Polo
Julian Soto
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 team members in recognition of their commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization and gives time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students.
Francisca Alvarado
Nicholas Carmazino
Mary Elizabeth Clarke
Kathleen Clavin
Charmara Davis
Kadejah Davis
Tracy Espiritu
Anna Farina
William Glynn
Aurora Guas
Nancy Kenely
Joanmarie Korn
Evalyn Leonard
John Mellody
Doris Moskowitz
Jessica Perez
Rui Reguinho
Diana Rivera
Susan Rodriguez
Zainab Salaam
Craig Webb
LaTonya Williams
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops and fundraising activities. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Armstrong Mertyl
Isna Encarnacion
Karina Hoyos
Julene Monroe
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
As Vocations Promoter for the English Dominicans, I was at Invocation, the national discernment festival of England & Wales.
Sr Hyacinthe OP and I gave workshops on Dominican spirituality.
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
more yarn porn.
I've been photographing my stash to post on Ravelry. It has taken on a life of its own.
OPENING CALENDAR
June 27, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Dr. William A. Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for:
Elizabeth Lawson, LDTC, George Washington School No. 1
Paul Casale, Art Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Wilexis Matos, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Roodlyn Valme, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Pledge of Ethics
Nyasia Hawley, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“You Make Me Wanna Jump” by Ruppe
4th through 8th Grade Students
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
STEAM Video Presentation
Prepared by Craig Webb’s STEAM Broadcasting Class
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
“Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28 Students
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
NJ State Police Top Physical Challenge 2013:
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Jeremiah Gullien
Alex Sanchez
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14
Jonathan Colon
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Lenin Betancor
Franco Cunha
Herney Echevery
Naydelin Ferro
Jimmy Gonzalez
Ramon Jimenez
Jaime Martinez
Luis Martinez
Marina Perreira
Kevin Patino
Gaston Posse
Jan Rosas
Chris Richardson
Emilie Rios
Taliyah Whitehead
Jalon Wright
John Marshall School No. 20
Jason Miller
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Academy Students
Beatrice Ariza Andrew Martins
Diana Bonilla Joseph Navarro
Caren Carbajal Emilly Oliveira
Sebastian Cruz Kevyn Pagan
Raziel Dulvese Kevin Privado
Katherine Espinal Yonis Romero
Melissa Fernandes Joshua Rosado
Deiontay Hall Chabely Silva
Keyla Hernandez Michelle Velez
Oscar Hilario Jesiah West
Tiffany Kensah Amaiyah Washington
Jaquill Lovett Ray-Quan Williams
Juan Pablo Duarte-José Julián Martí School No. 28
Jean Amilcar
Juan Betancourt
Antony Bryant
Zaire Gilliam
Shawn Hurd
Umar Nasim
Christian Paguda
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Danny Polo
Julian Soto
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 team members in recognition of their commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization and gives time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students.
Francisca Alvarado
Nicholas Carmazino
Mary Elizabeth Clarke
Kathleen Clavin
Charmara Davis
Kadejah Davis
Tracy Espiritu
Anna Farina
William Glynn
Aurora Guas
Nancy Kenely
Joanmarie Korn
Evalyn Leonard
John Mellody
Doris Moskowitz
Jessica Perez
Rui Reguinho
Diana Rivera
Susan Rodriguez
Zainab Salaam
Craig Webb
LaTonya Williams
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops and fundraising activities. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Armstrong Mertyl
Isna Encarnacion
Karina Hoyos
Julene Monroe
OPENING CALENDAR
June 27, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Dr. William A. Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for:
Elizabeth Lawson, LDTC, George Washington School No. 1
Paul Casale, Art Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Wilexis Matos, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Roodlyn Valme, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Pledge of Ethics
Nyasia Hawley, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“You Make Me Wanna Jump” by Ruppe
4th through 8th Grade Students
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
STEAM Video Presentation
Prepared by Craig Webb’s STEAM Broadcasting Class
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
“Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28 Students
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
NJ State Police Top Physical Challenge 2013:
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Jeremiah Gullien
Alex Sanchez
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14
Jonathan Colon
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Lenin Betancor
Franco Cunha
Herney Echevery
Naydelin Ferro
Jimmy Gonzalez
Ramon Jimenez
Jaime Martinez
Luis Martinez
Marina Perreira
Kevin Patino
Gaston Posse
Jan Rosas
Chris Richardson
Emilie Rios
Taliyah Whitehead
Jalon Wright
John Marshall School No. 20
Jason Miller
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Academy Students
Beatrice Ariza Andrew Martins
Diana Bonilla Joseph Navarro
Caren Carbajal Emilly Oliveira
Sebastian Cruz Kevyn Pagan
Raziel Dulvese Kevin Privado
Katherine Espinal Yonis Romero
Melissa Fernandes Joshua Rosado
Deiontay Hall Chabely Silva
Keyla Hernandez Michelle Velez
Oscar Hilario Jesiah West
Tiffany Kensah Amaiyah Washington
Jaquill Lovett Ray-Quan Williams
Juan Pablo Duarte-José Julián Martí School No. 28
Jean Amilcar
Juan Betancourt
Antony Bryant
Zaire Gilliam
Shawn Hurd
Umar Nasim
Christian Paguda
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Danny Polo
Julian Soto
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 team members in recognition of their commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization and gives time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students.
Francisca Alvarado
Nicholas Carmazino
Mary Elizabeth Clarke
Kathleen Clavin
Charmara Davis
Kadejah Davis
Tracy Espiritu
Anna Farina
William Glynn
Aurora Guas
Nancy Kenely
Joanmarie Korn
Evalyn Leonard
John Mellody
Doris Moskowitz
Jessica Perez
Rui Reguinho
Diana Rivera
Susan Rodriguez
Zainab Salaam
Craig Webb
LaTonya Williams
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops and fundraising activities. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Armstrong Mertyl
Isna Encarnacion
Karina Hoyos
Julene Monroe
OPENING CALENDAR
June 6, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Francisco Gonzalez, Board Member
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Kyairaa LeRose-Almeida
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Alessandra Sommer
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Portuguese National Anthem
"Hino Nacional de Portugal"
Performed by the Terence C. Reilly Show Choir
Pledge of Ethics
Laura Caicedo
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“West Side Story” arranged by Michael Sweeney
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Elementary Band
“25 Or 6 To 4” by Chicago
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Jazz Band
"I Wanna Make Magic"
Performed by the FAME cast of
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
" Flash Mob-Can't Stop Me" by Afrojack & Shermonology”
Performed by Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Dance Students
PRESENTATIONS:
Artist in Residence Mural Project: a video montage of the Mural Project will be presented to the Board of Education.
The Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Art Department is recognized for their exemplary effort in the completion of the Reilly mural. This project was accomplished in collaboration with Arts Horizons, Artist in Residence, Deborah Goletz.
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Artist in Residence and Art Department recognized for their exemplary work in the Arts
Deborah Goletz
Marcelo Dos Santos
Michelle Greene
Kenneth Brent Jones
Brianna Kolodny
Jennifer Simon
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Physical Education Department in recognition of achieving the Gold designation from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Isiah Halsey
Belinda Jimenez
Jairo Labrador
John LaRocca
Beatriz Villarino
Terence C. Reilly School No, 7 Performing Arts Department in recognition of their exemplary work in the Performing Arts
Steve Almeida
Holly Astore
Kamaljit Bhamra-Watson
Rodney Briscoe
Madruge Henriquez
Tiffany Festa
Brendan Lowe
Marlenes Luvins
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
In recognition of community integration and parent involvement at Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Maria Caputo, Parent Liaison
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops, fundraising activities, and the Excellence Parade. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Monica Acosta
America Castillo
Christian Criollo
Joy De Souza
Sima Farid
Jocelin Figueroa
Yulyssa Garcia
Jorge Martinez
Mariolis Maynard
Alex Mendoza
Luz Helena Moya
Suzette Negron
Ebere Nwaji
Oscar Ofori-Arhim
Ma Eufemia Okano
Elizane Paiva
Ilpa Patel
Crystal Paz
Eliana Ramos
Luz Sommer
Bjorn Teheran
Myrna Zapantis
Rick Zuzunaga
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
The Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Middle School Band for Achieving Musical Excellence
Concert Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 96.00)
Jazz Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 91.00)
Best Overall Concert Band
Individual Awards:
Overall Jazz Soloist Pierre Camayoc (Tenor Sax - 8th grade)
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
Mrs. Sima Farid
In recognition of her dedication as Terence C. Reilly PTO President for the past three years. She has contributed many hours of her time through various school fundraising activities. We would also like to thank Mrs. Farid’s husband, Alex Mendoza for all of his hard work, and devotion to School No. 7 and its students.
SKILLS USA 2012-2013 MEDAL WINNERS
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy:
1st Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Transportation cluster
Juan Duran, Dayling Giraldo, Lesley Magana and Valentina Vinciguerra Advisor - Ron Ussher
2nd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Health Services cluster
Claudia Sanchez, Leyla Sahuana and Shanthal Ulloa Advisor - Patrick McGee
2nd Place Customer Service
Ashley Frometa
Advisor - Penelope Hudeen
Elizabeth High School (U):
2nd. Place- Silver Medal Winners "American Spirit Award"
Paula Enriquez, Faustina Gomez, Emily Rosado
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
2nd. Place - Silver Medal Winners "Promotional Bulletin Board"
Andrea Marques, Eileen Urbina
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
3rd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Education cluster
Milissa Guillen, Yennifer Montiel and Makiela Montiel Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Web Design"
Sebastian DeLeon, Domingos Fernandes
Instructor - Dilbag Singh
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Chapter Display"
Kiondra Jackson, Leasia Miller, Janay Rouse
Advisors - Penelope Hudeen/Patrick McGee
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Collision Repair Technology"
Ezekiel Villafina
Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Custom Automotive Painting"
Andrew Martinez, Rinaldo Martinez
Advisor - Ron Ussher
When Japanese superheroes transform they do not hide their true identity. They have a human identity but it is often no secret. If there is a secret, then their transformation serves to dispel secrecy, demonstrate a continuity, and reveal their true identity.
The transformation of Japanese superheroes often involves a sort of ritual. Heroes strike a specific pose, say a specific and individual trasnsformatory phrase, and or manipulate a symbol such as brandish a special card, or insert a speaking chip into a slot into their belt. Thus, Japanese superheroes transform, ontologically (please see previous post) after manipulating symbols in a codified way. The pose, and invocation of the transformation phrase, the manipulation of a concrete symbol, is a the catalyst for the transformation.
A Typology of the mechanism of Heroic Transformation
The transformation (henshin変身) of Japanese superheroes is precipitated by the first three of the following elements or properies.
1) Transformation Pose
Japanese superheroes strike a pose to transform. Young Japanese boys often imitate these poses. Striking specific poses are popular in Japanese society. Like the "kata" of Noh performers, a "pose" often consists of a specific movement, which freezes, or almost freezes, into a specific bodily position. Japanese strike specified poses when they are having their photographs taken. Japanese baseball players strike specific poses when they come to bat (and not only Ichiro, the one legged stance of Sadaharu Oh is also immediately recognisable). Japanese comedians often have specific poses which draw laughs, such as Beat Takeshi's imitation of the attire of Nadia Comăneci , called the “Komanecchi" pose. Imagine Clark Kent, putting one fist to his chest and his other pointing up into the air.
2) Transformation Phrase
This phrase often designates the process of transformation, so the word "transform" (henshin変身) is commonly heard. Similarly, in the Tomika Rescue Fire series members all say "suits on” (chaku-sou) which is a name for the transformation itself. However, transformatory phrases are often individual and designate the being into which the hero is about to become. Thus the transformatory phrase is often sort of a self-naming. Imagine Clark Kent saying "Transform (me into) Superman."
3) Transformation Symbolic Artefact
Kamen Riders and the Tomika Rescue force used magnetic cards swiped into a reader on their belts. The Tomika Rescue fire heroes use a special megaphone which on hearing the transformatory command (2) above. Super Sentai Go-Onger heroes insert a small electronic box that speaks certain phrases (called an "engine soul") which are also inserted into their belts. These same devices are used to transform their weapons and vehicles. These objects are signs comprising a physical signifying substrate and a significant, often linguistic, meaning.
Taken together, imagine that for Clark Kent to transform into Superman, if he were Japanese, he would have to take out and present a Superman “S” sign, while performing a Superman salute, while shouting “Transform, Superman.”
4) Putting on a Super Suit
The use of symbols immediately preceding transformation into a hero is shared by Western superheroes in that Western superheroes generally don a special costume. Batman is the "Caped Crusader." Clark Kent would be a strange sort of superhero without his Superman suit. A change in appearance is de rigueur for transformation into a superhero, Western style. Japanese superheroes change their suits too. However, this super-suiting-up, is the result of the transformation rather than its catalyst. In Japan, symbolic manipulations (posing, shouting, manipulating symbols) give rise to the change in appearance, rather than the change in appearance giving rise to the change to super-hero status.
Precidents
Japanese heroes use of symbols prior to transformation is nothing new. It is also a characteristic of the immensely popular Japanese "period dramas," viewed by adults, such as "Mitokoumon," "Touyama no Kin-san" and "MomoTaroZamurai." In all of these and more, just before the climatic fight or denouement, the heroes undergo a transformation precipitated by the manipulation and presentation of symbols.
Mitokoumon appears to be a harmless old man wandering the country with his companions. At crucial points in the narrative however, he takes out his medicine chest (!well he is old) and points to the seal thereupon, exclaiming “Don't you see this seal!" ("konomondokoro ga me ni hairanu ka"この紋所が目に入らぬかぁ) The seal in question is that of the Japanese Shogun family, indicating that the humble old man is in fact the son of a Shogun. Mitokoumon and his entourage then proceed to fight and dispatch a multitude of enemies with their swords.
Momotaro Samurai is unassuming up to immediately prior to the sword-fighting scene where he strikes a pose and announces his identity with a sort of poem about his origins. It transpires that he is in fact, like Mitokoumon, related to a feudal lord. His enemies quake at his name before Momotaro dispatches them with splendid bloodless swordsmanship, and heavy handed music (itself another feature of this genre).
Touyama no Kin-san, another wandering would-be-harmless, but this time a playboy, performs a double transition. Immediately prior to cutting up all but the most powerful of his enemies, he announces himself by showing his tattoos of a cherry blossom snowstorm. At the very end of the same episode however, when the leaders of the baddies kneel to receive judgement from the local feudal lord (?), the feudal lord bears his right shoulder exclaiming "Don't say you don't remember this cherry blossom," (この桜吹雪の刺青に見覚えがねえといわせねえぜ Kono sakura fubuki ni mioboe ga nee to iwasenee ze) at which point the baddies realise that he is none other than the "playboy" that dispatched their minions earlier with his sword, and that their fate is also sealed.
These traditional period drama transformations are of the epistemological type popular in the West. These transformations are not ontological. The swordsmen are no more powerful as a result of their transformation. The transformation of Japanese period play heroes effects only what is known about them. However, in complete opposition to the cape wearing of the Caped Crusader, and the other super suits of Western superheroes, the transformation Japanese superheroes is always carried out in full view, and the symbols they use serve not to hide a secret identity but to inform enemies of their true identity, and to demonstrate its continuity.
Transformations preceded by Self-Referential Symbols in the Real Word.
Finally, in the real world, Japanese Samurai warriors were required to state their name before attacking their enemies. Before drawing their sword they said something like "I am Tanaka, a warrior retained by the enemy of your leader, Suzuki and I hereby challenge attack you." While not preceding a transformation Japanese Yakuza were required to go and state their name, in a ritual self naming (knees bent, palm outstretch) to the heads of the Yakuza in the towns through which they pass. The self-naming of “Tora san” at the beginning of the Otoko wa tsurai yo (男はつらいよ, "It's tough being a man") is related to that tradition. While again there is no transformation, Japanese businessmen to this day get down to business after first manipulating their special symbol, their "meishi" or business card.
By Way of Conclusion
I am not at all sure what is going on, but from a structuralist perspective, the differences and similarities with Western heroes and their transformations seem to be systematic. Further in conformance with the Takemoto theory, I suggest that there is a topological shift in the visual-symbolic plane: Japanese superheroes use words and symbols to transform their appearance. Western superheroes use changes of appearance to transform their status and people’s perceptions of who there are.
OPENING CALENDAR
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for Denisse Heraz, 8th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Andrew Valencia 6th grade student
Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30 Jazz Band
Miss Meredith Foreman, Band Director
Pledge of Ethics
Diego Garcia 8th grade student
Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
Ballad" by Chris Sharp
"Cold Duck Time" Eddie Harris arranged by Erik Morales
Soloists: Diego Garcia, Tenor Saxophone
Brandon Aguirre, Baritone Saxophone
Andrew Valencia, Piano
Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30 Jazz Band
Student Excellence
“Leader in Me Symposium”
Jazz Band students from Ronald Reagan Academy School No.30 were featured at this year’s Leader in Me Symposium in Brooklyn, NY on March 7, 2015. Based on “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey
Brandon Aguirre
George Arteaga
Rebecca Charmel
Eduardo Cruz
Gabriel Deolindo
Diane Diaz
Mauro Ferreira
Diego Garcia
Samuel Hodges III
Josiah Lee
Christopher Lutz
Jose Magana
Talissa Molina
Camila Osorio
Daniel Ortega
Jorge Ortiz
Franco Silva
Yonah Sosa
Sebastian Rodriguez
Andrew Valencia
Partnership with HBO for Project FX Film Festival
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy TV Production students
HBO “Twurge” Cast & Crew:
Roberto Adams
Sofia Aguiar
Gabby Gomez
Miguel Barriento
Esay Candelario
Sofia Fernandes
Nicole Guillermo
Yadimar Jackson
Francis Kelly
Adler Lafleur
Meghan Magnus
Gregory Markowitz
La’Quan Miller
George Montalvo
Daisy Padua
Cassiel Ramirez
Emely Saldivar
Yamily Santana
Brianny Santos
Matthew Turner
Faculty Advisor: Mary L. Rivera
Faculty Tech Support: Steven Sabet
HBO & Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble Producers/Instructors: Pierre Coleman, Theo Perkins, Dubois Ashong
AT&T 4th Annual Student Innovation Competition
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
NAF Engineering students
1st place winner - Jaroy Richardson
2nd place winner - Stephanie Medeiros
Engineering teachers
Erica Hodulik
Julio Tamayo
NAF Coordinator
Dana Rivas
Star Excellence
Recipient of prestigious awards "Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Award" by National Council of Negro Women:
Berthenia Harmon-Carolina, Principal of Nicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Winfield Scott School No. 2
Awarded the Support Music Merit Award (SMMA) by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation (NAMM)
Annice Benamy, Music Teacher
Valeri Liiva-Katz, Music Teacher
Hollis Mendes, Principal
OPENING CALENDAR
June 27, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Dr. William A. Greene, Comptroller
A Moment of Silence for:
Elizabeth Lawson, LDTC, George Washington School No. 1
Paul Casale, Art Teacher, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Wilexis Matos, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Roodlyn Valme, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Pledge of Ethics
Nyasia Hawley, 8th grade student
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“You Make Me Wanna Jump” by Ruppe
4th through 8th Grade Students
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
STEAM Video Presentation
Prepared by Craig Webb’s STEAM Broadcasting Class
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
“Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28 Students
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
NJ State Police Top Physical Challenge 2013:
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Jeremiah Gullien
Alex Sanchez
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14
Jonathan Colon
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Lenin Betancor
Franco Cunha
Herney Echevery
Naydelin Ferro
Jimmy Gonzalez
Ramon Jimenez
Jaime Martinez
Luis Martinez
Marina Perreira
Kevin Patino
Gaston Posse
Jan Rosas
Chris Richardson
Emilie Rios
Taliyah Whitehead
Jalon Wright
John Marshall School No. 20
Jason Miller
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Academy Students
Beatrice Ariza Andrew Martins
Diana Bonilla Joseph Navarro
Caren Carbajal Emilly Oliveira
Sebastian Cruz Kevyn Pagan
Raziel Dulvese Kevin Privado
Katherine Espinal Yonis Romero
Melissa Fernandes Joshua Rosado
Deiontay Hall Chabely Silva
Keyla Hernandez Michelle Velez
Oscar Hilario Jesiah West
Tiffany Kensah Amaiyah Washington
Jaquill Lovett Ray-Quan Williams
Juan Pablo Duarte-José Julián Martí School No. 28
Jean Amilcar
Juan Betancourt
Antony Bryant
Zaire Gilliam
Shawn Hurd
Umar Nasim
Christian Paguda
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Danny Polo
Julian Soto
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 team members in recognition of their commitment to excellence. Each member spearheads a committee, program, club or organization and gives time afterschool and on weekends to assist the students.
Francisca Alvarado
Nicholas Carmazino
Mary Elizabeth Clarke
Kathleen Clavin
Charmara Davis
Kadejah Davis
Tracy Espiritu
Anna Farina
William Glynn
Aurora Guas
Nancy Kenely
Joanmarie Korn
Evalyn Leonard
John Mellody
Doris Moskowitz
Jessica Perez
Rui Reguinho
Diana Rivera
Susan Rodriguez
Zainab Salaam
Craig Webb
LaTonya Williams
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops and fundraising activities. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Armstrong Mertyl
Isna Encarnacion
Karina Hoyos
Julene Monroe
OPENING CALENDAR
June 6, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Francisco Gonzalez, Board Member
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Kyairaa LeRose-Almeida
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Alessandra Sommer
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Portuguese National Anthem
"Hino Nacional de Portugal"
Performed by the Terence C. Reilly Show Choir
Pledge of Ethics
Laura Caicedo
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“West Side Story” arranged by Michael Sweeney
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Elementary Band
“25 Or 6 To 4” by Chicago
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Jazz Band
"I Wanna Make Magic"
Performed by the FAME cast of
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
" Flash Mob-Can't Stop Me" by Afrojack & Shermonology”
Performed by Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Dance Students
PRESENTATIONS:
Artist in Residence Mural Project: a video montage of the Mural Project will be presented to the Board of Education.
The Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Art Department is recognized for their exemplary effort in the completion of the Reilly mural. This project was accomplished in collaboration with Arts Horizons, Artist in Residence, Deborah Goletz.
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Artist in Residence and Art Department recognized for their exemplary work in the Arts
Deborah Goletz
Marcelo Dos Santos
Michelle Greene
Kenneth Brent Jones
Brianna Kolodny
Jennifer Simon
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Physical Education Department in recognition of achieving the Gold designation from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Isiah Halsey
Belinda Jimenez
Jairo Labrador
John LaRocca
Beatriz Villarino
Terence C. Reilly School No, 7 Performing Arts Department in recognition of their exemplary work in the Performing Arts
Steve Almeida
Holly Astore
Kamaljit Bhamra-Watson
Rodney Briscoe
Madruge Henriquez
Tiffany Festa
Brendan Lowe
Marlenes Luvins
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
In recognition of community integration and parent involvement at Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Maria Caputo, Parent Liaison
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops, fundraising activities, and the Excellence Parade. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Monica Acosta
America Castillo
Christian Criollo
Joy De Souza
Sima Farid
Jocelin Figueroa
Yulyssa Garcia
Jorge Martinez
Mariolis Maynard
Alex Mendoza
Luz Helena Moya
Suzette Negron
Ebere Nwaji
Oscar Ofori-Arhim
Ma Eufemia Okano
Elizane Paiva
Ilpa Patel
Crystal Paz
Eliana Ramos
Luz Sommer
Bjorn Teheran
Myrna Zapantis
Rick Zuzunaga
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
The Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Middle School Band for Achieving Musical Excellence
Concert Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 96.00)
Jazz Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 91.00)
Best Overall Concert Band
Individual Awards:
Overall Jazz Soloist Pierre Camayoc (Tenor Sax - 8th grade)
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
Mrs. Sima Farid
In recognition of her dedication as Terence C. Reilly PTO President for the past three years. She has contributed many hours of her time through various school fundraising activities. We would also like to thank Mrs. Farid’s husband, Alex Mendoza for all of his hard work, and devotion to School No. 7 and its students.
SKILLS USA 2012-2013 MEDAL WINNERS
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy:
1st Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Transportation cluster
Juan Duran, Dayling Giraldo, Lesley Magana and Valentina Vinciguerra Advisor - Ron Ussher
2nd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Health Services cluster
Claudia Sanchez, Leyla Sahuana and Shanthal Ulloa Advisor - Patrick McGee
2nd Place Customer Service
Ashley Frometa
Advisor - Penelope Hudeen
Elizabeth High School (U):
2nd. Place- Silver Medal Winners "American Spirit Award"
Paula Enriquez, Faustina Gomez, Emily Rosado
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
2nd. Place - Silver Medal Winners "Promotional Bulletin Board"
Andrea Marques, Eileen Urbina
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
3rd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Education cluster
Milissa Guillen, Yennifer Montiel and Makiela Montiel Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Web Design"
Sebastian DeLeon, Domingos Fernandes
Instructor - Dilbag Singh
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Chapter Display"
Kiondra Jackson, Leasia Miller, Janay Rouse
Advisors - Penelope Hudeen/Patrick McGee
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Collision Repair Technology"
Ezekiel Villafina
Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Custom Automotive Painting"
Andrew Martinez, Rinaldo Martinez
Advisor - Ron Ussher
OPENING CALENDAR
June 6, 2013
PUBLIC SESSION
PERFORMANCES
Invocation
Francisco Gonzalez, Board Member
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Kyairaa LeRose-Almeida
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Alessandra Sommer
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Portuguese National Anthem
"Hino Nacional de Portugal"
Performed by the Terence C. Reilly Show Choir
Pledge of Ethics
Laura Caicedo
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“West Side Story” arranged by Michael Sweeney
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Elementary Band
“25 Or 6 To 4” by Chicago
Performed by Terence C. Reilly Jazz Band
"I Wanna Make Magic"
Performed by the FAME cast of
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
" Flash Mob-Can't Stop Me" by Afrojack & Shermonology”
Performed by Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Dance Students
PRESENTATIONS:
Artist in Residence Mural Project: a video montage of the Mural Project will be presented to the Board of Education.
The Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Art Department is recognized for their exemplary effort in the completion of the Reilly mural. This project was accomplished in collaboration with Arts Horizons, Artist in Residence, Deborah Goletz.
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Artist in Residence and Art Department recognized for their exemplary work in the Arts
Deborah Goletz
Marcelo Dos Santos
Michelle Greene
Kenneth Brent Jones
Brianna Kolodny
Jennifer Simon
STARS OF EXCELLENCE
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 Physical Education Department in recognition of achieving the Gold designation from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Isiah Halsey
Belinda Jimenez
Jairo Labrador
John LaRocca
Beatriz Villarino
Terence C. Reilly School No, 7 Performing Arts Department in recognition of their exemplary work in the Performing Arts
Steve Almeida
Holly Astore
Kamaljit Bhamra-Watson
Rodney Briscoe
Madruge Henriquez
Tiffany Festa
Brendan Lowe
Marlenes Luvins
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
In recognition of community integration and parent involvement at Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Maria Caputo, Parent Liaison
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Parent Stars of Excellence
The following parents/guardians are recognized under the Stars of Excellence Program for their dedication and continued support. They have contributed their time through various school programs, parent meetings, workshops, fundraising activities, and the Excellence Parade. Their involvement is an example for others who want to make a difference in their children’s education.
Monica Acosta
America Castillo
Christian Criollo
Joy De Souza
Sima Farid
Jocelin Figueroa
Yulyssa Garcia
Jorge Martinez
Mariolis Maynard
Alex Mendoza
Luz Helena Moya
Suzette Negron
Ebere Nwaji
Oscar Ofori-Arhim
Ma Eufemia Okano
Elizane Paiva
Ilpa Patel
Crystal Paz
Eliana Ramos
Luz Sommer
Bjorn Teheran
Myrna Zapantis
Rick Zuzunaga
STUDENT EXCELLENCE
The Ronald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Middle School Band for Achieving Musical Excellence
Concert Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 96.00)
Jazz Band 1st Place Superior Rating (score 91.00)
Best Overall Concert Band
Individual Awards:
Overall Jazz Soloist Pierre Camayoc (Tenor Sax - 8th grade)
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE:
Mrs. Sima Farid
In recognition of her dedication as Terence C. Reilly PTO President for the past three years. She has contributed many hours of her time through various school fundraising activities. We would also like to thank Mrs. Farid’s husband, Alex Mendoza for all of his hard work, and devotion to School No. 7 and its students.
SKILLS USA 2012-2013 MEDAL WINNERS
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy:
1st Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Transportation cluster
Juan Duran, Dayling Giraldo, Lesley Magana and Valentina Vinciguerra Advisor - Ron Ussher
2nd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Health Services cluster
Claudia Sanchez, Leyla Sahuana and Shanthal Ulloa Advisor - Patrick McGee
2nd Place Customer Service
Ashley Frometa
Advisor - Penelope Hudeen
Elizabeth High School (U):
2nd. Place- Silver Medal Winners "American Spirit Award"
Paula Enriquez, Faustina Gomez, Emily Rosado
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
2nd. Place - Silver Medal Winners "Promotional Bulletin Board"
Andrea Marques, Eileen Urbina
Advisor - Lilia Chaika
3rd Place Career Pathway Showcase Team - Education cluster
Milissa Guillen, Yennifer Montiel and Makiela Montiel Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Web Design"
Sebastian DeLeon, Domingos Fernandes
Instructor - Dilbag Singh
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Chapter Display"
Kiondra Jackson, Leasia Miller, Janay Rouse
Advisors - Penelope Hudeen/Patrick McGee
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Collision Repair Technology"
Ezekiel Villafina
Advisor - Ron Ussher
3rd. Place - Bronze Medal Winners "Custom Automotive Painting"
Andrew Martinez, Rinaldo Martinez
Advisor - Ron Ussher
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
OPENING CALENDAR
May 12, 2015
PUBLIC SESSION
Invocation
Dr. William Greene, Comptroller
Presentation of the Colors
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
Pledge of Ethics
Jessica Quinte 8th grade student
Bruna De Souza 7th grade student
Gabriela Duran 7th grade student
Valeria Morales 7th grade student
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Core Beliefs – Video
PERFORMANCES
“Mambo No. 5” by Perez Prado
Kindergarten Students
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Opening Calendar
PRESENTATIONS
Student Excellence
2015 State Board Student Recognition - Nominees
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Janiyah L. Fullwood (was selected)
Adely Guevara
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7
Destination Imagination Students:
Tonya A. Dudley
Angie Gil
Jonathan S. Mera
Luna C. Santi
Derick A. Vanegas
Erika Wilson
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
8th Grade Student Council:
Geraldyne Caceda
Carolina Herrera
Tyan Imani Lewis
Polliana Pereira
Madison – Monroe School No. 16
Maya Cardenas
Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Destination Imagination Students:
Sabino Alejo
Jayden Alexis
Anthony Barragan
Khalid Bashir
Daniel Castaneda
Jose Encarnacion
Nathalie Hernandez
Melanie Jackson
Cristina Lourenco
Alexia Pereyra
Elisha Perez
Daniel Reis
Elvin Rodriguez
Aida N. Sevillano
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Stephanie Medeiros
Jaroy Richardson
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Bryan Soto
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy
Alessandra Reyna (was selected)
Elizabeth High School
Hector Meneses
Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Latifa Ali
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Jean Cabral-Espinal
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Daysi Valido
2015 Law Day Competition
Union County Magna Carta Contest winners
Juan Pablo Duarte- Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Poetry/Spoken Word/Rap Contest
Jessica Quinte, 8th grade - 2nd place
Valeria Morales, 7th grade - 3rd place
Poetry Contest
Brana DeSouza, 7th grade - 3rd place
Gabriela Duran, 7th grade - 3rd place
Teacher: Ms. Tracy Sereday
Star Excellence
Miranda Hanafy, Fifth Grade Teacher at Toussaint L'Ouverture- Marquis de Lafayette School No 6
Has been invited by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to attend Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teaching and Teachers Conference in Seattle.
In Recognition of School Nurses Week
Alicia AlemanFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Jean AmatoMabel G. Holmes School No. 5
Mary Louise ArnaudRobert Morris School No. 18
Sandra BakerRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Naimah Boone-Koon iPrep Academy School No. 8
Jaime CarusoAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Teru ColemanDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Martha ConcepcionJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Lillian Cowles John Marshall School No. 20
Nicole CrincoliMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex A
Suzanne CrincoliChristopher Columbus School No. 15
Cathleen DeckertToussaint L’Ouverture - Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Zenaida Downey Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Olga Enriquez Early Childhood Nurse
Betty Felder-BrownNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23 Annex
Denean GaineyDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center School No. 51
Lisa GentileElmora School No. 12
Anna GillonMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Ann GreenMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Linda HartleyThomas Edison Career & Technical Academy
Althea HollisGeorge Washington Academy School No. 1
Naida HuseinovicWoodrow Wilson School No. 19
Donna JonesWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Dora JonesWinfield Scott School No. 2
Madeline KellyFrances C. Smith Early Childhood Center School No. 50
Joan Marie Korn Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Maria LadoVictor Mravlag School No. 21
Barbara LentineAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Academy of Finance
Rina LiebermanElizabeth High School
Agata LucianoBenjamin Franklin School No. 13
Fred Lucich John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Joanne Madeline Admiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen MarquetDr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26
Tonya McDowell Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School No. 28
Marguerite MuchaCharles J. Hudson School No. 25
Marie NoonanNicholas Murray Butler School No. 23
Angela PallaMadison-Monroe School No. 16 Annex
Eileen PaternostroJoseph Battin School No. 4
Ruth PerezDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Mirlande PhilippeCommunity Providers Nurse
Christine Prettyman-LucichNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Nanette SayaniWilliam F. Halloran School No. 22 @ 31
Patricia ScanlonDonald Stewart Early Childhood Center No. 52
Sharon ScaturroElizabeth High School
Karen SheridanRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Jill SofiaAlexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Annex
Devann StisiMartin Luther King, Jr. Early Childhood Center School No. 52
Anthony TorresAbraham Lincoln School No. 14
Star Excellence (continued)
In Recognition of School Nurses Week (continued)
Henrietta UdehTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Marlene VelasquezMabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Annex B
Dolores VitielloTerence C. Reilly School No. 7
Juantia WalkerJerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Nicolett Silvio WoodThomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Maria ZayasDr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Presenting Resolutions Celebrating
Portugal Heritage
Cuban Heritage
Haitian Heritage
Presenting Consul General of the Republic of Angola in New York
Adáo Pinto
In appreciation for their dedication and contribution to Excellence to the Elizabeth Public Schools for over 40 years.
Rebecca Aiello Elizabeth High School
Maryann Boyne Division of Early Childhood
Nanette Conte-Markowitz Jerome Dunn Academy School No. 9
Mary FoderaDivision of Bilingual/ESL Education
Marcy FoxAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Nancy KenelyDr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29
Rista PeskusRonald Reagan Academy School No. 30
Charles SaundersAdmiral William F. Halsey, Jr. Leadership Academy
Kathleen Tasco Elmora School No. 12
Maria VolikasNicholas S. LaCorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Eileen WalshThomas Jefferson Arts Academy