Staff Directory

MICHELLE WHITE

  

Assistant Principal
mwhite5@schools.nyc.gov


I began my journey in the NYC Department of Education as a paraprofessional working in Districts 16, 18, 23, and 75. After several years of working as a paraprofessional, I served as a Special Education teacher for about 15 years in District 79. My experiences afforded me the opportunity to serve students with disabilities, court involved youth, and students with gaps in their learning. I am excited to work alongside Principal Michelle Robinson and the entire school community at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of STEAM to provide students with quality academic and social emotional services to meet their individual needs. I look forward to continuing this important work in partnership with parents/guardians and the school community to service our students at P.S. 93.

ANNEKIE ALLEN

School Secretary

aallen38@schools.nyc.gov

Hi I am Annekie Allen. I am the School Secretary. It’s an honor and privilege to be a part of this amazing community of staff and children. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Baruch College. One interesting fact about me, I am the first to attain a college degree in my family. I’m a firm believer of breaking generational cycles. Two of my favorite mottos I live by are “your past doesn’t determine your future” and “you can achieve anything once you put in the work and set your mind on it. Therefore, no matter what walk of life you are coming from you are able and capable of beating the odds that are stacked against you.

RHONDA DASH

  

Parent Coordinator

rdash@schools.nyc.gov 

SHERRIAN BROWNE-AUGUISTE

       

Special Education Liaison/SETTS 

sbrowneauguiste@schools.nyc.gov

I have been an educator for over ten years in the capacity of Special Educator Teacher, most of which have been at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I also serve in various roles, namely Special Education Liaison, Testing Coordinator and most recently International Baccalaureate Coordinator. Special Education is my passion, and I consider myself an ambassador, advocating for the needs of our Students with Disabilities (SWDs.) I am extremely passionate about teaching and learning and have high expectations for all learners. Through a warm and nurturing environment, students are encouraged to take intellectual risk and ownership of their learning. Utilizing various strategies and Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) students’ individual needs are met. Students’ experiences at P.S. 93 are centered around developing the whole child, fostering life-long learners, and creating ‘change agents’ prepared to make a positive impact in our diverse society.

Knowledge emerges only through invention and reinvention, through the restless, impatient, continuing, hopeful inquiry human beings pursue in the world, with the world, and with each other. " Paulo Freire-

SHARON PULLIAM

  

Magnet Coordinator
spulliam2@schools.nyc.gov


I am proud to say I have worked at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for more than 25 years. I am an accomplished, highly effective energetic educator with a solid history of achievement in the classroom. Through a calm and nurturing but firm environment, I enhance student development as well as meet their educational needs. Developing our scholars to become independent and active learners by utilizing multiple learning approaches and integration of the curriculum is a focus of mine. I enjoy providing our scholars with real world, hands-on opportunities to learn Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math. My commitment, passion and motivation guide me when addressing the different educational and emotional needs of all scholars. Here at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. families, staff and the community alike work collaboratively to teach, to reach and to inspire our scholars.

"When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts" ~ Dalai Lama

LORETO DUMITRESCU

  

Occupational Therapist

ldumitr@schools.nyc.gov

I am the Occupational Therapist for PS 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I have been working for the Department of Education for the past 20 years and had the pleasure of working at PS 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for the past 4 years. I received my OT degree from New York University and recently returned to school for a second degree from Adelphi University in Educational Technology. I enjoy working with my kiddos to help them grow and develop into their best selves. I love integrating my passion for crafts, making, coding and technology into my work.

GAYLE LIDDELL

  

English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher

gliddel@schools.nyc.gov

I am the E.N.L. teacher at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. My E.N.L. class is for students who have a first language that is not English. Instruction is geared towards teaching English through activities that include listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The program is receptive to all cultures. Parental involvement is encouraged and appreciated. Students who are in the program are expected to learn English while maintaining their first language and individual cultural identity.

SABRINA BENNETT

  

Special Education Teacher

sbennett21@schools.nyc.gov

I started my teaching career teaching in the Charter school sector. Over years of teaching, I have taught every grade from K - 5. I've taught both general education classes and special education classes. I get excited about my love of reading and writing and my love of building strong relationships with my students and colleagues.

CHEENA MITCHELL

Speech Therapist  

cmitchell3@schools.nyc.gov

I am a speech and language therapist with 18 plus years’ experience as a related service provider with NYCDOE. I have been a speech clinician at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for the past 7 years and I am elated to be able to continue to serve our students. I am also a member of our schools SIT and CARE team and I am very happy to collaborate with our school teams, to provide support and any knowledge I may have, toward building a safe, healthy and welcoming school community. I earned my Masters of Science degree from Long Island University. As I continued to serve students, in particular atP.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M.. I absolutely love working with the scholars and staff here at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. and I look forward to carrying on the tradition of providing a warm, inviting and supportive educational environment for all.

STEPHANIE DOMOND

  

Social Worker

sdomond@schools.nyc.gov

I am the school social worker at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I received my master’s degree in social work from Adelphi University, and I am a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW). I have been in the social work field for 10 years and had the pleasure of working in various settings with diverse clients. I’ve worked with many populations including but not limited to, foster care, geriatric, domestic violence, substance use, and medically fragile children. I have also provided both individual, and group therapy using strengths-based and solution-focused approaches. I enjoy providing quality service, while ensuring my work is aligned with the social work core values.

I am well versed, and knowledgeable about community resources. I am open, and willing to provide referral for services for children, young adults, individuals, and families using an integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. I believe that change happens when people are given the support, they need to draw on their own strengths, and realize their potential to live a fulfilling, happy life. My goal is to provide an environment of compassion at this school, and social emotional support to help students, and families overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive by educating, assisting, and promoting self-determination.

HOPE GREENE

   

Teacher

hgreene4@schools.nyc.gov

Hi, my name is Ms. Hope Greene! I have been teaching for several years. I BELIEVE in focusing on the development (social-emotional, cognitive, physical, academic, mental health) of the Whole Child. It is my belief that if teachers and parents work together, we will ensure our children are successful in school.

COLLABORATION IS THE KEY TO THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS OF OUR CHILDREN.

LAVERN WHYTE

  

Teacher

lwhyte@schools.nyc.gov

I have been teaching for over 20 years. I am a graduate of Brooklyn College and hold a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Science in Education. Throughout my years of teaching, I have taught Prekindergarten, first grade, second grade, and third grade. I’ve also worked with fourth and fifth grade students to help prepare them for the New York State Exams. This year, I am teaching a wonderful first grade class at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. My goal is to provide a nurturing environment where students can learn and grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

GISELLE LIZ

    

Special Education Teacher

gliz@schools.nyc.gov

I am fluent in English and Spanish. I received a bachelor's degree from York College in Psychology and a master's from Touro College in General and Special Education. One of my favorite quotes in which I try my best to achieve with all my students is, "If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn" - Ignacio Estrada

RACQUEL REID

  

Teacher

rreid13@schools.nyc.gov

I have been teaching at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for 6 years in various grades from Pre - Kindergarten to 4th grade. I enjoy teaching and exploring with the students. I am passionate about learning and enriching the minds of students through play and mindful experiences. I have been teaching Pre-K for 4 years and I love seeing them explore learning through play and how they use their curiosity. My goals and vision for my students are by the end of the school year they are recognizing and writing both first and last name, recognizing the letters of the alphabet, basic colors and basic shapes. Additionally, they will develop hand - eye coordination and improve on their gross and fine motor coordination in a fun way. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Studies from the University of City College. I am a wife and a mother of two children. In my spare time I love decorating, traveling, singing, eating, and spending time with my family when I’m not in the classroom.

“When it rains look for rainbows, when it’s dark look for stars” - Oscar Wilde

CLAUDETTE HALL

KRISTIN KEATON

  

Paraprofessional

kkeaton@schools.nyc.gov

I wanted to become an educator to make the difference in the lives of children. Here at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I am making the difference in our scholar's lives.

Teaching kids to count is fine but teaching them what counts is best. - Bob Talbert

KICHEA YORK

  

Paraprofessional

kyork@schools.nyc.gov

I wanted to become an educator to make the difference in the lives of children. Here at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I am making the difference in our scholar's lives.

Teaching kids to count is fine but teaching them what counts is best. - Bob Talbert

MIRANDA MODESTE

  

Paraprofessional

mmodeste4@schools.nyc.gov

Trinidad and Tobago are where I learned my core values of respect and responsibility. I have been a paraprofessional at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for almost three (3) years now, and it has been a pleasure working with both staff and students. Benjamin Franklin once said, “Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I remember. Involve me, and I learn." I have always had a passion for working with children as they are our future, and once their minds are shaped right, we will all have a bright future. I want to find innovative and fun ways in which to help students learn.

TAKIYAH WALDEN

  

Teacher

twalden@schools.nyc.gov

I am a PreK teacher at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I have a dual certification in Early Childhood and have been a Pre-K teacher at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. for 18 years. Working with children is my passion and setting the foundation for learning is extremely crucial for success in a student’s academic years. As a Pre-K teacher, I know firsthand that it’s important to develop the whole child, and that children, even at the tender ages of 3 & 4, are capable of grasping concepts. Building a strong home-school connection is crucial in this learning process, and I am a firm believer in our slogan: “Teamwork, together we achieve the extraordinary!” Here at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. We know it takes a village and I take pride in being a part of that village.

PETAL DAVIS

   

Teacher

pdavis20@schools.nyc.gov

I am the 3K teacher at P. S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. For as long as I can remember, I have had a firmly rooted belief that a great teacher seeks to further the development of the whole child. This is especially important today as we adjust to the drastic changes thrust upon us during the Covid-19 pandemic. While the end goal is to produce academic excellence, it is inherent to teachers to carefully assess the whole child and be willing to address individual needs. As an early childhood educator, I understand that nurture precedes academic rigor. Since we know that early development sets the foundation for lifelong learning, educators must be willing to invest time and effort to ensure that students acquire the skills necessary to reach their social, emotional, physical, and cultural developmental milestones. Hence, I strive to provide a nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and safe enough to want to engage in meaningful conversations.

During my stint with the DOE Spans five years, I’ve been an educator for almost thirty years. I taught high school for many years in my home country Guyana, before migrating to the United States. I also have a lot of experience working with young children in and around my community. So, if you are looking for a great place to begin your child’s educational journey, choose P. S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. where excellence is our only option.

ABIGAIL JONES

  

Physical Education Teacher

ajones95@schools.nyc.gov

I am the Physical Education teacher at P.S 93 Magnet school of S.T.E.A.M. I have a master's in physical education from Brooklyn College. One of my greatest strengths is keeping students motivated and participating in the learning process. I encourage students' learning by incorporating exciting sports, games and activities that reinforce the importance of both health and physical fitness. I am always eager to immerse myself in P.S 93 school community and confident that I can build relationships with each of our students from all backgrounds. I appreciate NYC for its diversity of people and cultures. I firmly believe that all students have intellectual, physical, and cultural assets that they bring to school every day, and I plan to create a classroom culture that ensures that all students can and will achieve.

SHIVANA FRAY-ELLIS

  

Guidance Counselor

sfrayellis@schools.nyc.gov

My name is Shivana Ellis, and I am the School Counselor at P.S. 93 The Magnet School of S.T.E.A.M. I am passionate about working with children, and I believe they should be heard and seen. My vision is that the school counseling program will support all students with the necessary skills to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. My goal is to help all students by supporting, listening, and advocating for them. Most of my work stems from person-centered support guided by Carl Rogers who believed that people have the potential within themselves to grow and achieve. This approach is built upon individuality, independence, privacy, partnership, choice, dignity, respect, rights, equality, and diversity. My aim is to collaborate with families, staff, and community stakeholders to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education. I believe in our slogan, Teamwork, together we achieve the extraordinary.” Together, we can believe and achieve that P.S. 93 is a foundation to build our students of the future.

EVELYN ARNALDO

Physical Therapist

earnaldo@schools.nyc.gov

COLLEEN MCINTOSH

Paraprofessional

cmcintosh5@schools.nyc.gov

 

MARTHA ROLDAN

NEVIN ZIENELABDIN

ALAN ACKERMAN

Woodshop Teacher/Library

aackerman@schools.nyc.gov

 

THOMAS WORDEN

LESLYN NURSE

Paraprofessional

lnurse3@schools.nyc.gov

 

CHARMAINE WITTER

Special Education Teacher

DAMALI WEEKES

English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher

BONITA ANDERSON-WATSON

GREGORY DOMINICK