What is your favorite quote and why?

Dream big! And when you accomplish it, dream bigger!! ---- Always strive to the highest!

What is your favorite book? (children's or adult book)

My favorite children's book to read to my own kids is Goodnight Moon.

Who inspires you? Why?

My MOM inspired me the most. She made me the person I am today and showed me how strong family values are.

What made you decide to work in education?

I chose to work in education because I adore working with children and treat them like my own.

What was your favorite subject when you were in elementary school and why?

During elementary school, I enjoyed learning about Religion through in-depth Bible explanations provided by Nuns.

What is your favorite part of the school day?

My favorite part of the day is being with the kids at lunch duty. I love watching them interact with each other.

What is the best thing about PS65 community?

The best thing about the PS65 community is how the staff treats the students with kindness & respect.

Do you have kids? If so, tell us about them!

I have two children: Joanna, who is a 25-year-old Physician Assistant working in the NICU at RUMC, and Andrew, who is currently in his third year at St. John's University and plans to take the LSAT soon.

When was a time you failed and what did you learn from it?

I received multiple traffic tickets for speeding and running red lights due to poor time management. I learned to leave 15 minutes earlier to ensure timely arrival.

Do you have any hidden talents? Tell us about them!

I have a hidden talent which is my love for cooking, any time of the day!

If you could spend a week, anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would love to spend a week in Greece, it's on my bucket list.

What do you remember most fondly about elementary school?

The most fond memory I have of elementary school is the life-size statues of saints in each classroom that we would pray to before each class.

What is your favorite season and why?

During summer, I cherish spending time with family and laughing without worrying about setting an alarm.

If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose?

1990's

What do you want our students to remember most about school?

I want to remind our students that our school's teachers are available to listen even after graduation.

Who is your favorite author? Why?

Eric Carle is my favorite author because his books feature colorful animals in their natural habitats, which captivates young readers.

How many languages do you speak? Does anyone in your family speak a different language?

I just speak English and my husband also speaks Italian.

What accomplishments are you proud of?

One of my proudest accomplishments is the great job I did raising my kids. I often receive compliments on how caring and kind they both are.

What do you do to remain calm when you are feeling frustrated?

When feeling frustrated, I remain calm by reminding myself of the good things in my life and acknowledging that others may have bigger problems.

What would students be surprised to find out about you?

I like country music and enjoy singing the songs!!

If you could pass on any wisdom to our students, what would you share?

Choose your friends wisely.

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