Meet the TEACHERs

I am Iyanna George,  "Ms. George" to many. I was born and raised in Brooklyn , N.Y.   Growing up, I spent  a lot of time  in my parents home country of Barbados. 

A little more about me:

My favorite text is:  "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you,I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41: 10

My favorite color is blue.

My favorite movie is The Little Rascals.

My favorite thing to say is " I love that for you."

I LOVE candles.

I am looking forward to a phenomenal school year!

Welcome! I am Nadine Spencer-Elysée (Dr. Elysée), the 5th Grade Homeroom teacher and the ELA teacher for grades 3-5 this year.

Originally from Antigua, I've been an educator for over 25 years and am a lifelong learner myself, holding a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction and a Ph.D. in Educational Management. My teaching is driven by my mantra: "Empathize to Empower, Empower to Transform." I see education as a ministry and am committed to helping each child grow.

I'm excited to work with you and your child as we spend this year "Pursuing Excellence for His Glory."

My favorites include:

Bible Verse: "being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6.

Color: Purple

Hobbies: Traveling.and collecting foreign currency.

Fruit: Mangoes

I am excited for a year of excellence together!

 Hi! I am Camille Newman, and I am the Grade 4 homeroom teacher and I also teach Math to grades 3,4 and 5. I am a proud Jamaican who brings my culture, warmth, and energy into the classroom, creating a space where students feel welcomed and excited to learn.

 My teaching philosophy is guided by the words of John Dewey, who said, “Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” I believe that every experience, question, and discovery in the classroom contributes to who we become. I strive to nurture curiosity, respect, and confidence in my students while helping them see learning as a meaningful part of everyday life.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy baking, spending time with my son, and exploring new ideas for creative projects.
My favorite color is red and black, and my favorite fruit is watermelon and I enjoy watching Nigerian movies.

This being a new chapter in my teaching journey, I am looking forward to a wonderful year of growth, collaboration, and learning together!