Meet our Adminstrators
Jasmin Maldonado, Interim Acting Principal
As part of her work at P94M, Ms. Jasmin oversees Structured Teaching and our Paraprofessional Cohort. She also supports our English as a New Language (ENL) compliance and English as a New Language (ENL) cohort.
Ms. Jasmin supports our transition programs and supports Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to our sites.
Christina Lewis, Assistant Principal
Ms. Christina plays a crucial role in supporting our students and staff by overseeing the administration of the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) and managing assessment and data tracking at our school.
Additionally, she leads the implementation of our literacy programs under the new NYC Reads Curriculum Initiative, including HMH, Fundations, and Readtopia/Readtopia Go.
Ms. Christina also provides guidance to our Instructional Coaches, supports our New Teacher Cohort, and assists in ensuring the success of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
Heather Riley-Kamit, Assistant Principal
Ms. Heather plays a vital role in overseeing our related service providers, inclusion program, and Physical Education team while coordinating sitewide sporting events, including the annual Field Day. Additionally, she leads our Literacy, Science, CS4All, and Social Studies programs and provides invaluable support to staff in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
This year, Ms. Heather spearheads the second year of the literacy professional development series under the District 75 Science of Reading Initiative. Collaborating with the Manhattan Regional Partnership Center, she works closely with standardized assessment teachers and 12:1:1 Middle School Alternate Assessment teachers. For the 2024-2025 school year, the initiative has expanded to include alternate assessment groups, further broadening its impact.
Jaclyn Alper, Assistant Principal
Ms. Jaclyn supports our staff by overseeing the tracking and compliance of the Individualized Education Plans (IEP). She is responsible for overseeing standardized testing and managing our Go Math curriculum. Ms. Jaclyn is vital in supporting our Art Cohort across all sites, including assisting with our Art Partnerships and Grants.
At P94M, Ms. Jaclyn oversees attendance duties. She keeps track of attendance records, communicates with teachers and parents, and works alongside the District 75 Attendance Teacher, ensuring everything runs smoothly within the school's organization.
Makini Velàzquez, Assistant Principal
Ms. Makini plays a vital role in supporting our English as a New Language (ENL) compliance and English as a New Language (ENL) cohort. She is also actively involved in our transition and worksite programs and focuses on sustainability initiatives across all our sites.
Additionally, Ms. Makini is available to assist families with any NYCSA issues that may arise.
