On August 25, Malverne School District officially welcomed new educators to the district family during its annual New Teacher Orientation.

The orientation day featured a series of workshops designed to immerse the new faculty members in Malverne’s mission, core values and educational philosophy. Throughout the sessions, educators received guidance on districtwide practices, key academic initiatives, curriculum structures and classroom expectations aimed at fostering high academic achievement and student support.

As part of the day's program, incoming teachers engaged directly with district administrators and directors, including Superintendent of Schools Dr. Maria Rianna and Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services Dr. Vincent Romano. Participants also took a guided school bus tour highlighting district facilities and campus buildings. Additionally, new team members met with student leadership representatives who shared firsthand insights on student life and classroom engagement within the district.

Welcome Our Newest Staff Members:

• Alexa Adduci – Special Education, Malverne High School

• Salvatore D'Ambrosio – Special Education, Malverne High School

• Mary Fills – Substitute Teacher

• Danielle Lasher – School Psychologist, Davison Avenue Intermediate School

• Grace Lipponer – Teacher, Maurice W. Downing Primary School

• Jenna Loew – Substitute Teacher, Maurice W. Downing Primary School

• Gavin Ludricks – Mathematics Teacher, Malverne High School

• Francesca Marchese – Art Teacher, Malverne High School

• Nathaniel Ormond – Business Teacher, Malverne High School

• Maria Patamarapipen – Teacher, Davison Avenue Intermediate School

• Jessica Pedroza – Substitute Teacher, Davison Avenue Intermediate School

• Lourdes Perez – World Language Teacher, Malverne High School

• Amaya Poole – Teacher Assistant, Maurice W. Downing Primary School

• Sofia Sangiorgio – Band Director, Malverne High School

• Sophia Villegas – Teacher, Maurice W. Downing Primary School

As a new school year begins, the entire district community looks forward to seeing these talented professionals inspire, empower and guide Malverne students toward new heights of academic success and personal growth.