JD University of Virginia

MSEd Fordham University

BA Fordham University

Mr. Alcruz enjoys spending time with his family, playing fingerstyle guitar, and exploring the Catholic spiritual tradition. He loves to experience authentic international cuisine, and is drawn to anything relating to the Philippines and Poland.

MSEd College of Saint Rose

MSEd Lehman College

BA Manhattan College

Ms. Angrum has worked in the field of education for 25 years as a teacher, staff developer, curriculum and assessment coordinator, and dean of students. She enjoys traveling, playing Words With Friends, and spending time with her daughter.

BA CUNY Queens College

AS CUNY Laguardia Community College

Ms. Antunovic is a certified Art teacher, and includes Visual Arts in her STEM classes. She enjoys painting and drawing, and building up her jewelry store with her partner.

MS - Gen/SpED Birth to Grade 2 - Touro College

BS - Education - St. Bridget's College

Mrs. Barrios enjoys spending time with her family and being around children. She loves singing and dancing.

MSEd - Adolescence Education in Social Studies - St. John's University

BA - History - SUNY Albany

Mr. Bernal is a huge sports fan, a diehard fan of the Yankees and the Jets. He is also an avid amateur photographer, enjoys running road races, and traveling to new places.

MBA Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry

BS St. John's University

BA University of the West Indies

 

MSEd in Special Education from Adelphi University

Bachelor of Science in Early Education from Adelphi University

 

 

Ms. Buonomo has been an educator for 15 years in early childhood education.  As a teacher it is  her goal to make all her students feel as though they have the potential to become great learners.  She encourages all her students to think and be creative using what they are passionate about.  She has  3 boys of her own who keep her very active doing all the things she loves, like baking, arts and crafts and most of all going to the beach. Her philosophy of education is that teachers, parents, and faculty must work together in order to foster independent and motivated students.

MA- Health Education-Adelphi University

BA-Physical Education-Manhattan College

 

 

 

Mr. Callegati enjoys running and staying active. His favorite sport is soccer.

 

BA York College

s. Carve has her general education certification in grades 1 - 6. She graduated with a bachelors degree in both History and Childhood Education with a middle school extension. She enjoys traveling and spending time with family.

1. M.S. Telecommunication Networks.    NYU Tandon School of Engineering

2. B.S. Electrical Engineering, minor: Computer Science.  NYU Tandon School of Engineering

Mr. Claxton's goals in life are to be happy without sacrificing the happiness of others and to be a better person than he was the day before.

He enjoys spending time with his family, learning new things, playing sports and communing with nature.

MA - SUNY Stony Brook

BA - SUNY Stony Brook

Mr. Cota is a father of 3 and loves playing darts, volleyball, golf and hiking.

BA - Latin and Ancient Greek - New York University

MA - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) PreK-12 - Teachers College, Columbia University

 

Amanda Evans is a lifelong language learner, who outside of school enjoys bike-riding throughout Brooklyn and Queens. On rainy days, Amanda Evans looks forward to reading a good book with a hot cup of coffee and cat, Mallomar.

MSEd Queens College

BA Plattsburgh State University

Ms. Lonergan-Gagliano enjoys spending time with her family, friends and pets! She enjoys reading and learning new things.

MSEd - TESOL - Touro College

BA - Child Study - St. Joseph's College

Ms. Giaccone enjoys going on adventures, traveling and spending time in the sun.

MSEd CUNY Queens College

BS George Washington University

Mr. Goffner is a lifelong resident of Forest Hills. He enjoys playing handball (competing in tournaments), poker, ping-pong, and air hockey. He also enjoys traveling and is currently on a mission to see all 50 states and all 30 baseball stadiums.

MA Teachers College, Columbia University

BA Queens College

Ms. Guridis is a traveler, food lover, enjoys reading aloud to youth, and believes in turning ideas into realities. 

Certified Teacher Assistant -NYS Department of Education

Bachelor and Master degree in Biotechnology

Ms. Habous has a passion for cooking and enjoys Mediterranean food. She also loves spending time with her wonderful family, especially at the beach. 

AA & AS

Ordained, active clergy in Christianity and Messianic Judaism. Published writer, with several projects underway. Former Columbia University and City College Adjunct Professor who enjoys videography and study of ancient cultures.

BA - Physical Education - SUNY Cortland

Mr. Hughes enjoys staying active and playing a variety of sports!

MA - Urban Education - New Jersey City University

BA - Family and Child Studies - Montclair State University

This is Ms. Burns' 11th year teaching her favorite grade, first grade! She enjoys spending time with her friends, family and dogs.

B.A. in Political Science University of Hawaii - Manoa

Mr.  Kariapper came from a Higher Education background and has experience in both legal and governmental settings.  He enjoys traveling, music, hiking, trying new different cuisines, and reading.

MA in TESOL- LIU Post

BS in Childhood Education- LIU Post

Ms. LaCasse enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog.  She loves to travel the world, learn new cultures, language, food, and traditions.  

MS Dowling College

BS SUNY Old Westbury

MS Long Island University

MA Long Island University

BA Adelphi University

B.S. Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Stony Brook University

MAT in Secondary Education, New York University

 

Ms. Lin loves traveling and enjoys trying new foods.  One of her favorite places to go is Central Park during the summer where she appreciates the scenery via a bike ride. 

MS Music Education

BA Political Science

Mr. Makarowitz grew up on Long Island. Music has always been a very important part of his life. He draws his inspiration from his wonderful family and friends.

BS City College of New York

Ms. Manjarrez loves to listen to music, dance, travel, and spend time with her loved ones.

MA Hofstra University

BA University of Rhode Island

Ms. Pabon enjoys spending time with her family and friends and watching her two boys grow up. She absolutely loves what she does, loves working with all of her students, and having the opportunity to teach them how to be healthy and physically fit.

MS City College of NY

MA City College of NY

BA City College of NY

Mr. Paladino enjoys witnessing students learn the power and precision of mathematics. He also enjoys family, tennis, golf, fishing, hiking and biking.

Master of Arts at Teachers College, Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts at Queens College

Ms. Parks loves traveling and spending time with her loved ones. 

1. MSED - LIU Post

2. BA - University of Colorado at Denver

Ms. Petro has dreams of going on a safari in Africa. She is inspired by women race car drivers. Her favorite thing to eat is Pizza and she loves the beach. 

BA City College

AAS Medgar Evers College

Cooking, Criminal Minds and PBS are Mr. Rawls' passions.

MA San Diego State University

National University

Mr. Ricketts has been an educator for over 18 years serving in capacities of teacher, consultant, and Principal. He believes all students should have opportunities to excel in innovative classrooms that promote student voice and critical thinking.

MA CUNY Queens College

BA SUNY Old Westbury

Mrs. Rossello enjoys spending time with her family, reading thirllers, and hiking.

MLS - Queens College

BA - History - Queens College

Mrs. Sharkey enjoys traveling, being with her family, and reading!

MA Hunter College

BA Hunter College

Mrs. Stephanides takes pleasure in exploring different places around the world and spending quality time with her family. She is passionate about teaching and helping students gain their independence.

M.ed  Special Education

 

B.S. Biology

 

Mr. Visconti enjoys eating ribs and traveling to the Gulf Shores.  You can also find him sitting around a campfire, listening to his favorite tunes.  

LIU, LIU Post

 

Ms. Weiner enjoys spending time in the eastern part of Long Island.  She loves to travel and her favorite food is Sushi. 

My name is Derek Wolf. I am happy to be part of Our World Neighborhood Charter School. I am 6th grade ICT/SETSS teacher I have the belief that all students can learn, but it's up to the teacher to see how the student learns best in the classroom. If it is style of teaching or more time to process the material. Students learn through many different modalities, visual, auditory, and through movement. I am also big into using technology and hands on activities. In terms of behavior management, I am into building relationships with students and using positive behavior supports.  

 

I have a Bachelor's of Arts in history and education. I have a Master's from New York University in Reading and Literacy Education. I am a licensed reading specialist grades 5-12. I have another Master's degree in special education 6-12 grade. I am licensed in Students With Disabilities.

 

Prior to working at Our World Charter School, I was a SETSS provider at a Catholic school in Brooklyn for grades 5-12.   

 

My hobbies are playing basketball, running, and spending time with my family