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Debbie Abitante
Associate Director of Admissions
Department: Admissions
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Emory University, B.A., B.S.; Columbia University, M.S.
How to reach Debbie Abitante:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7309
Laura Adams Stiansen
Associate Director of Content Strategy and Storytelling
Department: Communications and Marketing
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Rutgers University, B.A.
How to reach Laura Adams Stiansen:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7219
Tugba Akyol
Assistant Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Credentials: Essex County College, B.A.
How to reach Tugba Akyol:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7315
Gerard Allen
Dean of Student Life, Assistant Head of Middle School, English Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: The Evergreen State College, BA
How to reach Gerard Allen:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7153
Alycen Ashburn
Director of Communications and Marketing
Department: Administration, Communications and Marketing
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, B.A.; Columbia University, M.S.
How to reach Alycen Ashburn:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7220
Oshrit Azoulay
Administrative Assistant to the Head of Lower School
Department: Administration
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
How to reach Oshrit Azoulay:
HyunHee Heather Ban
Math Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: SUNY Binghamton, B.A.; Teachers College of Columbia, M.A.
How to reach HyunHee Heather Ban:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7188
Lorra Baylis
Violin Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: University of Houston, B.M.; San Francisco Conservatory, M.A.
How to reach Lorra Baylis:
Marek Beck
Head of School
Department: Administration
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Oneonta State University, B.S.; University of New England, M.A.; Columbia University, M.S.; Fordham University, Ph.D.
How to reach Marek Beck:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7103
Josh Becker
Specialist Teacher -Spanish
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Cardinal Stritch University, B.S., M.S.; Mount Mary University, M.A
How to reach Josh Becker:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7209
Valeria Bonasorte
Spanish Teacher, Foreign Language Department Chair
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: St. Peter's University, B.A.; Universidad de Salamanca, Spain, M.A.
How to reach Valeria Bonasorte:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7174
Clara Boudrot
First-Grade Associate Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: New York University, B.M.; Montclair State University, M.A.
How to reach Clara Boudrot:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7252
Jon Boudrot
Guitar, Ukulele Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Keene State College, B.S.
How to reach Jon Boudrot:
Millie Castano
Administrative Assistant to the Head of Middle School and Administrator, Summer String Festival
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Berkeley College, A.S.
How to reach Millie Castano:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7108
Janey Choi
Music Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: The Juilliard School, B.M., M.M.; Rutgers University, D.M.A.
How to reach Janey Choi:
Cindy Cohrs-Brandt
Librarian
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Drew University, B.A.; Montclair State University, M.A.T.; Emory University, M.L.S.
How to reach Cindy Cohrs-Brandt:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7769
Nicholas Cooper
Auxiliary Support Staff
Department: Auxiliary Programs
Pronouns: He/They/Him/Them/His/Theirs
How to reach Nicholas Cooper:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7223
Will Curry
Music Faculty
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Northwestern University, B.M.
How to reach Will Curry:
Alexander Roland Diaz
Theater Director
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: University of the Arts, Philadelphia, B.F.A.
How to reach Alexander Roland Diaz:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7115
Desere Diaz
School Nurse
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Thomas Edison State University, B.S.N.
How to reach Desere Diaz:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7109
Scott Dommenge
Administrative Assistant to the Head of Early Learning
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Emory University, B.A.
How to reach Scott Dommenge:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7301
Wayne du Maine
Director of Bands
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: The Juilliard School, B.M.; The Juilliard School, M.M.
How to reach Wayne du Maine:
Melissa Ebeling
First-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Roanoke College, B.A.; Iona College, M.S.
How to reach Melissa Ebeling:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7762
Sarah Ehatamm
Mathematics Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Villanova University, B.S.; Vanderbilt University, M.B.A.
How to reach Sarah Ehatamm:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7175
Andy Escala
Fourth-Eighth Grade Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Director
EMS Class of 1983
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Jacksonville University, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Andy Escala:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7171
Trish Felix
Development and Stewardship Manager
Department: Advancement
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: University of Richmond, B.A.
How to reach Trish Felix:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7210
John Ferrari
Percussion Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: SUNY Stony Brook, D.M.A., M.A.
How to reach John Ferrari:
Paul Foelding
Maintenance Staff
Department: Maintenance
How to reach Paul Foelding:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7138
Carissa Garcia
Early Childhood Head Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Temple University, B.M.; Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Carissa Garcia:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7331
Amelia Gold
Associate Head of School & Director of Arts
Department: Administration
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: The Juilliard School, B.M.
How to reach Amelia Gold:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7139
Beth Goldman
Second-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Iowa State University, B.A.; Bank Street College of Education, M.A.
How to reach Beth Goldman:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7725
Amy Goodwin
First-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Framingham State College, M.A.; University of Nevada, B.S.
How to reach Amy Goodwin:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7251
Keara Gordon
3s/4s head teacher, Chilton House DEIB Coordinator.
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
How to reach Keara Gordon:
Laura Greenlees
Fourth Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: The Catholic University of America, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Laura Greenlees:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7208
Victoria Greenway
Assistant Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Credentials: University of Barcelona, B.S., M.S.
How to reach Victoria Greenway:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7314
Liza Hards
Director of Auxiliary Programs
Department: Auxiliary Programs
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Cornell University, B.S.; William Paterson University, M.Ed.
How to reach Liza Hards:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7334
Elizabeth Harriman
Interventionist
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Lewis and Clark College, B.A.; Institute of Health Professionals at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH-IHP) M.S.
How to reach Elizabeth Harriman:
Erin Hennessy
Middle School English Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Erin Hennessy:
Jillian Henthorn
Auxiliary Programs Associate
Department: Auxiliary Programs
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Fordham University, B.A.; New York University, M.A.
How to reach Jillian Henthorn:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7336
Andrea Hughes
Registrar/Database Manager
Department: Technology
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Union County College, A.S.
How to reach Andrea Hughes:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7130
Annie Hur
First-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Cornell University, B.S.; Bank Street College of Education, M.S.
How to reach Annie Hur:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7216
Micaella Ipsan
Associate Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: CUNY Lehman College, B.A.; Alfred University, M.S.
How to reach Micaella Ipsan:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7308
Ben Johnson
NuVuX Design Education Fellow
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: California Polytechnic State University, B.A.
How to reach Ben Johnson:
Ani Kalayjian
Head of Cello Department
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Mannes College of Music, B.M.; Royal Northern College of Music, England, M.M.
How to reach Ani Kalayjian:
James Kanal
Assistant Director of the Arts, Arts Division Administrator, Violin Faculty
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Montclair State University, B.M.; Ithaca College, M.M.; Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst, Graz Austria
How to reach James Kanal:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7133
Chris Kapsalis
Director of Technology
Department: Administration, Technology
Pronouns: He/Him/His
How to reach Chris Kapsalis:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7110
Debbie Keefe Johns
Music Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: New England Conservatory of Music, B.M.
How to reach Debbie Keefe Johns:
Patty Kim
Head of Lower School
Department: Administration
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
How to reach Patty Kim:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7203
Puja Kothari
Fourth-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Boston University School of Management, B.S.
How to reach Puja Kothari:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7207
Maya Lee
Associate Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Credentials: Barnard College of Columbia University, B.A.; Northwestern University, M.S.
How to reach Maya Lee:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7224
Eric Levy
Accounts Receivable Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
Department: Business, Operations
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: University of Maryland, B.S.
How to reach Eric Levy:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7105
Jerina Logan
Assistant Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
How to reach Jerina Logan:
Gene Love
Third-Eighth Grade Physical Education Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: Montclair State University, B.S.
How to reach Gene Love:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7178
Lori Lowell
Kindergarten Head Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: SUNY at Purchase, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Lori Lowell:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7785
Lauren Mactas
Head of Early Learning
Department: Administration
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Credentials: Pratt Institute, B.A.; Hunter College, M.A.; Bank Street College of Education, M.A.
How to reach Lauren Mactas:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7304
Kara Makohon-Moore
Science Teacher, Director of Faculty Development Institute, Lower School STEAM Chair
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Johns Hopkins University, M.S.; Oakland University, B.S.
How to reach Kara Makohon-Moore:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7287
Michelle Margolin
Associate Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Credentials: Fairleigh Dickinson University, A.S.; New York University, B.S.
How to reach Michelle Margolin:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7311
Kathleen McGowan
Literacy Specialist
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: New York University, B.A.; Hunter College, M.S.; Fairleigh Dickinson University, Orton-Gillingham Certified Dyslexia Teacher
How to reach Kathleen McGowan:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7217
Fred Meehan
Maintenance Staff
Department: Maintenance
How to reach Fred Meehan:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7138
David Messler
Math Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: SUNY Stony Brook, B.A.; B.S.
How to reach David Messler:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7118
Angelique Morelli
Director of Alumni Relations
Department: Advancement
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Fordham University, B.A.; Iona College, M.A.
How to reach Angelique Morelli:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7226
Samantha Morra
Technology Integrator
Department: Technology
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Montclair State University, B.A.; Montclair State University, M.A.; New Jersey City University, M.S.
How to reach Samantha Morra:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7181
Xenia Murillo
Learning Specialist
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Broward College, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Xenia Murillo:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7140
Stephanie Nebel
Science Faculty, Sixth-Grade Team Leader
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Bryn Mawr College, A.B.; University of Delaware, M.S., Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania, M.S.Ed.
How to reach Stephanie Nebel:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7120
Seth Odei-Danso
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Greenhill College (GIMPA), B.S.
How to reach Seth Odei-Danso:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7122
Everhard Paredes
Violin Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: Manhattan School of Music, B.M.
How to reach Everhard Paredes:
Isaac Park
Cello Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Manhattan School of Music, B.M., M.M.
How to reach Isaac Park:
Keila Pernia
Director of Human Resources
Department: Administration, Business
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Caldwell College, B.S.
How to reach Keila Pernia:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7104
Samantha Pianko
Third-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Monmouth University, B.S.
How to reach Samantha Pianko:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7236
Ned Pinger
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Department: Administration, Business, Operations
Credentials: Dartmouth College, B.A.; UCLA Anderson School of Management, M.B.A.
How to reach Ned Pinger:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7107
Melinda Popiel
Spanish Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: SUNY Oswego, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Melinda Popiel:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7121
Natasha Pronga
Fourth-Grade Teacher, Little School DEIB Coordinator
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Saint Joseph's University, B.A.; Saint Joseph's University, M.A.
How to reach Natasha Pronga:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7239
Cheyenne Pronga Cruz
Middle School Instructional Coach, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity, and Belonging (DEIB)
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Cheyenne Pronga Cruz:
Andrea Rankin
Third-grade teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Credentials: Mount Holyoke College, B.A
How to reach Andrea Rankin:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7214
Caitlin Read
Director of Enrollment Management
Department: Administration, Admissions
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Providence College, B.A.; Manhattan College, M.A.; CUNY, M.F.A.
How to reach Caitlin Read:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7211
Melanie Reich
Controller
Department: Business
Credentials: University of Miami, B.B.A.
How to reach Melanie Reich:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7106
Jacqueline Riley
Fifth-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Cook College, B.S., William Paterson University, M.A.T.
How to reach Jacqueline Riley:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7179
Julia Rios
Advancement Services Manager
Department: Advancement
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Pace University, B.A.
How to reach Julia Rios:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7225
Cesar Rodriguez
Fifth-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Lehman College, B.A.; Fordham University, M.S.
How to reach Cesar Rodriguez:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7154
Jon Roth
Trambone Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Montclair State University, B.M.
How to reach Jon Roth:
James Ruff
Director of Facilities
Department: Maintenance
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: Rutgers University, B.A.; Montclair State University, M.A.
How to reach James Ruff:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7138
James T. Ruff
Technical Support Specialist
Department: Technology
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Credentials: University of Scranton, B.S.
How to reach James T. Ruff:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7213
Claire Saal
Librarian
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Rutgers University, B.A.; Rutgers University, M.L.I.S.
How to reach Claire Saal:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7114
Misako Sato
Violin Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Mannes College of Music, B.M., M.M.
How to reach Misako Sato:
Theresa Schneider
Gardening Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: University of Delaware, B.S.; San Francisco State University, M.A.; Baylor University, M.H.A.; US Army War College, M.S.S.
How to reach Theresa Schneider:
Laura Schwartz
Learning Specialist
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Laura Schwartz:
Eleni Siderias
Head of Middle School
Department: Administration
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: St. John’s University, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A., M.Ed.,
How to reach Eleni Siderias:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7102
Joe Sidney
Maintenance Staff
Department: Maintenance
Pronouns: He/Him/His
How to reach Joe Sidney:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7138
Nicole Siegel
Fifth-Grade Teacher, English Department Chair
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Cornell University, B.A.; Lesley College, M.A
How to reach Nicole Siegel:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7177
Julie Silverman
Twos Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Indiana University, B.S.
How to reach Julie Silverman:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7306
Jed Silverstein
Director of Secondary School Placement & 8th Grade History Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Jed Silverstein:
Rachel Simonson
Kindergarten Head Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Pace University, B.A.; College of Santa Fe, B.A.
How to reach Rachel Simonson:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7766
Brittany Sklar
Violin Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Curtis Institute of Music, B.M.
How to reach Brittany Sklar:
Craig Smith
Maintenance Staff
Department: Maintenance
Pronouns: He/Him/His
How to reach Craig Smith:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7138
Ginny Smith
Physical Education/Health Teacher, Coach
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: East Stroudsburg University, B.S.
How to reach Ginny Smith:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7307
Sarah Smith
Art Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: University of Hartford, B.F.A.
How to reach Sarah Smith:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7180
Sam Smithline
Art Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Syracuse University, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A.
How to reach Sam Smithline:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7749
Rebecca Sonia
Dance Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Rebecca Sonia:
Emily Spaeth
Twos-Fourth Grade Music Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Ithaca College, B.A.
How to reach Emily Spaeth:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7745
Dorianne Steele
Humanities Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Dorianne Steele:
Hong Su
Kindergarten-Fourth Grade Computer Science Teacher
Department: Technology
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Rutgers University, B.A.; New Jersey City University, M.A.
How to reach Hong Su:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7733
Dinka Varaiya
Associate Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: SNDT College, B.A.
How to reach Dinka Varaiya:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7222
Michael Virzi
Director of Operations & Planning
Department: Administration, Operations
Credentials: University of Massachusetts, B.S.
How to reach Michael Virzi:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7115
Janis Wein
Third-Grade Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Barnard College, B.A.; Bank Street College of Education, M.A.
How to reach Janis Wein:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7720
Sophia White
Administrative Assistant to the Head of Lower School
Department: Administration
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4
Pronouns: She/Her
How to reach Sophia White:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7202
Adams Williams
Latin Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Credentials: Ohio State University, B.A.
How to reach Adams Williams:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7149
Margot Wilsterman
Associate Teacher, Kindergarten STEAM specialist
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten
Credentials: Connecticut College, B.A.; University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, M.S.
How to reach Margot Wilsterman:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7312
Michael Wittenberg
Piano, Violin Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
How to reach Michael Wittenberg:
Seojin Yang
Cello Teacher
Divisions: Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Yonsei University, B.M.; Mannes College of Music, M.M.
How to reach Seojin Yang:
Lisa Yoler
Gardening Teacher
Divisions: Chilton House, Age 2–Kindergarten, Little School, Grades 1–4, Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Georgetown University, B.S.; Rutgers University, M.A., Master Gardener
How to reach Lisa Yoler:
Nicole Zdanowski
Science Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: 7172
Credentials: Prescott College, B.A.; University of Northern Colorado, M.A.
How to reach Nicole Zdanowski:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7172
Chris Zhu
Enrollment Management Coordinator
Department: Admissions
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Beijing Institute Of Technology, B.S.; University of Pennsylvania, M.S.
How to reach Chris Zhu:
(201) 568-5566 ext. 7313
Pat Zuber
Flute Teacher
Divisions: Morrow House, Grades 5–8
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Credentials: Temple University, M.M.; University of Illinois, B.A.