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Mary McDowell Friends School

718.625.3939

Organization Overview

Mary McDowell Friends School is a K–12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. Grounded in the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and social responsibility, we cultivate a diverse and anti-racist community in which all students can reach their full potential. Our specialized teaching methodologies and challenging curricula empower students to become academic achievers, creative thinkers, advocates for equity, and contributing members of a global society.
Andre Del Valle Head of School
Andre Del Valle Head of School
Beth Schneider Associate Head of School
Em Bustrum
Franziska Laskaris Lower School Co-Director
Hannah Wiltshire Co-Director of Lower School
Isabelle Pisini Assistant Director of Educational Technology
Julia Swee Chief of Staff
Randy Brett Director of Communications
Scott Nagel LS Ed Tech Coordinator & Interim Asst Dir of Education Technology
Stacy Valentine
Stacy Valentine Chief Technology Officer
Tatesha Clark Assistant Head of School. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Tiffany Huggins Director of Admissions
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