September 17, 2025
By MaryKate Cronin
Xavier Feliz
Mirror: What is your role at DHS?
Feliz: As an Education Support Professional, I assist the teacher in their respective classrooms. This year I've been assigned to help out in Spanish, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, World History, Physics, and Chemistry.
M: Where did you work before coming to DHS?
F: I previously worked for Boston Public Schools, specifically at Madison Park High School.
M: Where did you go to college?
F: I attended Western Oklahoma State College for two years and then transferred to Fisher College soon after.
M: What do you like most about working in education?
F: I like the joy and satisfaction in knowing that I am helping others achieve their academic goals and also being a blueprint/example to any who may feel lost or have no direction in their high school careers.
M: Where are you from?
F: I was born and raised in Boston, specifically Jamaica Plain.
M: What are your hobbies?
F: Playing video games ( PS5), working out 5 days a week, coaching/ training baseball/softball athletes at the facility, being a dad.
M: What are your pet peeves in the classroom?
F: One of my pet peeves in class is when someone is talking over the other person while presenting--that's pretty rude. Also, when someone is distracting other students.
M: What do you like about Dedham?
F: I like how Dedham is a close-knit community, and everyone is very accommodating and friendly.
M: What inspired you to become a teacher?
F: Through coaching and mentoring, I developed my passion for teaching others.
M: What is your favorite movie?
F: All of the John Wick movies.
M: What is your favorite book?
F: The Life You Imagine: Life Lessons for Achieving Your Dreams by Derek Jeter.
M: Favorite song?
F: Future by March Madness.
M: What sets you apart from other teachers?
F: My sense of style and personality. Also, my young-looking face lol.
M: Will you be involved in any extracurricular activities?
F: I want to either coach or volunteer my time to coach for either the baseball, softball, or basketball teams.
M: Favorite apps on your phone?
F: Instagram.
M: Favorite food/favorite restaurant?
F: Favorite food: pizza (Cheese ). Favorite Restaurant: Santarpio's (East Boston).
M: Favorite sports team?
F: Boston Red Sox.
MaryKate Cronin, class of 2027, is a staff writer for the Mirror. She plays field hockey and lacrosse for DHS. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends.