Hi everyone! I'm Ms. Kelly. I love working for ACS, and I absolutely adore helping students meet their potential. 

Some fun facts about me: I have lived in a few different countries (including a country in Central Asia called Kyrgyzstan!), I love to hike and be outside, I like to paint greeting cards for my friends and family, and I have a little bulldog named Peaches! 

As wonderful as summer break is, I love the school year and engaging with my amazing colleagues and the hilarious, brilliant students of ACS!

Hi, I’m Deanna Gonyaw, and I’m a Special Educator at Albany Community School, where I’ve been working for the past nine years.

 I live in Barton and have three children and five wonderful grandchildren who keep life fun and busy! I’m passionate about helping students learn in ways that work best for them, and I believe in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every child can succeed. 

I enjoy building strong relationships with staff, as well as with students and their families, and I bring patience, creativity, and a sense of humor to my work each day.

Hi, I'm the SEL Specialist and I’m so excited to jump into a new school year! I’m here to support students in building confidence, managing emotions, and growing strong relationships. I'm looking forward to being part of all the great things happening across our school community. I'm looking foward to partnering with you to help make this year successful for your child!

A little about me—I’m married and a proud mom of four amazing boys. When I’m not at school, you can usually find me coaching one of their basketball teams, racing between practices, or cheering them on from the sidelines in whatever sport they're into that season. I enjoy snowboarding in the winter, singing whenever I get the chance, and during the summer, my family and I are always out camping and soaking in the beautiful chaos of it all. Life is busy, but full of love, laughter, and adventure—and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Hello! My name is Ilana Feinstein, and I am thrilled to be joining Albany Community School for another year as your School Counselor! I’m originally from New York City but spent over five years in Buffalo while studying at the University at Buffalo.

I’ve had the opportunity to work with students from PreK through 12th grade, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. My goal as your school counselor is to create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

When I’m not fulfilling my school counselor duties, you can find me frolicking in nature or spending time with my three beloved cats. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns about my role or your child. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!