Ms. Peralta is the Early College Program Manager for Lawrence High School. She is a Lawrence High School alumna and a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross. Ms. Peralta has a background in college and financial aid advising. Contact her for information about joining the Merrimack and NECC Early College Program, your college course schedule, academics, transportation, college-related questions, books, materials, and more! You can also schedule individual meetings to discuss these topics or any concerns you may have.
Email: lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: C110
Ms. Aybar is the Early College and Career Associate for Lawrence High School. Ms. Aybar is a proud graduate of Lawrence High School and Merrimack College. Her area of expertise is college access, career development and student support. Contact her for information about your schedule, academics, as well as transportation. Schedule one-on-one meetings with her for counseling or academic concerns.
Email: lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: B226
Meet Mr. Gonzalez (Mr. G), your dedicated Early College Student Support Specialist. As a first-generation college graduate, he has a deep understanding of the journey toward higher education. Born in the Dominican Republic and settling in Lawrence Mass in 2003, Mr. Gonzalez's personal experience infuses his role with cultural sensitivity and relatability.
Educated at Lawrence High School and Framingham State University, Mr. Gonzalez boasts a comprehensive background encompassing teaching, college admissions, as well as college and career counseling. His professional journey includes being a former teacher/counselor at Spark Academy, where he mentored 7th and 8th graders. Additionally, he was a senior admissions counselor at Merrimack College, supporting Pioneer Scholars and students across the country.
Contact Mr. Gonzalez for any questions regarding Merrimack course enrollment, college academics, or transportation.
Email:
lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: A200
Ms. Graziani has recently transitioned from the 9GA Culture Team at LHS. Ms. Graziani attended Springfield College, School of Human Services. Ms. Graziani has dedicated a decade of service to the Merrimack Valley community through her employment at local non-profits and state departments. She is passionate about helping students pave their path through their high school years and beyond. Contact her for information about your schedule, academics, as well as transportation. Schedule one-on-one meetings with her for more information or academic concerns
Email: lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: B226
Mr. Walker is an English Literature graduate of Tufts University. He has a background in human services and has been supporting young people as a member of mental health care teams. A native of New Jersey, Mr. Walker has been active in the Lawrence community as a member of many development efforts focused on the further growth of the city since arriving in Lawrence in 2004. Mr. Walker looks forward to helping Lawrence's scholars navigate a pathway to academic achievement by satisfying their intellectual curiosity through hard work and tenacity.
Email: lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: B226
Ms. Walsh-Fornash is the Early College Engagement Specialist. She is a graduate of Hofstra University and is completing her Master's degree at Southern New Hampshire University. She has a background in communications. She is passionate about helping others advance their education through this program. Ms. Walsh Fornash looks forward to guiding students and families to the early education program and all the wonderful benefits it provides for the future.
Email: lps.ecp@lawrence.k12.ma.us
Office: A200