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Michaelah Valentine
Where did you grow up and what was your first language?
I was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. My first language is English.
What from your hometown do you wish you could find in New York City?
When I was younger, I loved attending the annual carnival, festival, or circus that came in town. I eagerly waited for the day I could play games to win the biggest stuffed animals, wear some funky circus light up gear, and eat zeppoles and funnel cake with my friends and family. I still look forward to all of those things even now because they bring me back to when I was a child growing up and remind me of home.
Where did you go to college?
I attended Rutgers University where I earned my B.A. in Social Work and Africana Studies. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Education at Relay Graduate School of Education.
What was your favorite book in middle school?
My favorite book in middle school was The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney.
What is the best part of teaching at Hamilton Grange?
The best part of teaching at HG is having the wonderful opportunity of getting to know my students and building relationships with them during Advisory and Club. I enjoy these moments because they allow both the students and teachers to understand that we are both not only teachable, but, we are both people. When I was in middle school often times the only thing I knew about my teachers is that they were teachers and maybe if they had a pet. It was like solving a mystery to know that they had a life outside of teaching. Club and Advisory not only add a unique way for students to learn more about one another, but for staff and students to build sustainable relationships while learning.
What is your favorite thing to do when you are not teaching?
I love exploring different places like museums and restaurants with my family and close friends. I also enjoy doing hair.
What is your favorite quote?
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2 NKJV
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Michaelah Valentine
Where did you grow up and what was your first language?
I was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. My first language is English.
What from your hometown do you wish you could find in New York City?
When I was younger, I loved attending the annual carnival, festival, or circus that came in town. I eagerly waited for the day I could play games to win the biggest stuffed animals, wear some funky circus light up gear, and eat zeppoles and funnel cake with my friends and family. I still look forward to all of those things even now because they bring me back to when I was a child growing up and remind me of home.
Where did you go to college?
I attended Rutgers University where I earned my B.A. in Social Work and Africana Studies. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Education at Relay Graduate School of Education.
What was your favorite book in middle school?
My favorite book in middle school was The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney.
What is the best part of teaching at Hamilton Grange?
The best part of teaching at HG is having the wonderful opportunity of getting to know my students and building relationships with them during Advisory and Club. I enjoy these moments because they allow both the students and teachers to understand that we are both not only teachable, but, we are both people. When I was in middle school often times the only thing I knew about my teachers is that they were teachers and maybe if they had a pet. It was like solving a mystery to know that they had a life outside of teaching. Club and Advisory not only add a unique way for students to learn more about one another, but for staff and students to build sustainable relationships while learning.
What is your favorite thing to do when you are not teaching?
I love exploring different places like museums and restaurants with my family and close friends. I also enjoy doing hair.
What is your favorite quote?
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2 NKJV
MEET OUR TEAM
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Administrators
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Benjamin Lev
Founding Principal
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Shakira Lleras
Founding Member
Assistant Principal
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Scott Moore
Assistant Principal
Office Staff
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Tanzania Reyes
School Secretary
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Melquis Remy
Parent Coordinator
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Sydney Sanchez
Community Coordinator
Counseling
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Joseph Rosario
School Counselor
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Jhonattan Arango
School Counselor
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Miosotis Matos
School Counselor
Mathematics
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Lynette Alvarez
Mathematics
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Dana Rae Buckle
Mathematics and Restorative Justice
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Edwin Marrero
Mathematics
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Steven Perez
Mathematics
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Naquan Brown
Mathematics
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Soribel Grullon
Mathematics
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Nicholas Padilla
Mathematics
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Michaelah Valentine
Mathematics
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Muriel Estevez
Mathematics
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Blanca Hernandez
Mathematics
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Glenny Peralta
Mathematics
Humanities
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Amira Aganovic
Humanities
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Yilianny Aksabaev
Humanities
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Ashley Barton
Humanities
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Lee Ann Cadiz
Humanities
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Eric Coyotecatl
Humanities
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Zachary Gomes
Humanities
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Robert Kowles
Humanities
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Emmy Lomurno
Humanities
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Moises Puentes
Humanities
Science
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Cindy Hambro
Science
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Natisha Hines
Science
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Cindy Mendoza
Science
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Maya Morales
Science
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Chanel Paulino
Science
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Ashley Reed
Science
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Jeff Salas
Science
English as a New Language
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Christina Carlson
English as a New Language
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Francia De Leon
English as a New Language
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Joao Moderno
English as a new Language
Support Staff
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Denise Gonzalez
Paraprofessional
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Jenny Garcia
Paraprofessional
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Giomatthew Cespedes
School Aide
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Mike Garcia
School Aide
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Carlos Tejada
School Aide
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Jaqueline Perez
Bilingual Speech Pathology
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Alyssa Schioppo
Speech Pathology
Physicial Education
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Dan Manfrates
Physical Education
Entrepreneurship
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JoAnn Peterson Hawker
Entrepreneurship / Gardening
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