This week, Falls Church City Public Schools warmly opened its doors to an enthusiastic group of new teachers and staff members. They engaged in an extensive Onboarding and Orientation program for three enriching days, a critical initiative to ensure seamless integration into the school community.
Recognizing the importance of fostering a cohesive and effective educational environment, the onboarding process was thoughtfully structured, filled with orientation information, team-building exercises, and personal introductions to critical faculty and administrators. Participants were able to acquaint themselves with the schools' academic philosophies, technology platforms, curriculum guidelines, and specific strategies that align with the district's vision for educational excellence.
The administration, teachers, and support staff look forward to seeing the contributions and fresh perspectives these talented individuals will bring to the classroom. Their arrival marks a new chapter in their professional journey and an exciting time for the entire Falls Church educational community as they continue to strive towards providing an enriching, student-centered learning experience.
NOTE: This list will continually be updated as New Staff Members arrive
New Teachers and Staff by Site
Jessie Thackrey Preschool
Catherine Macorol - Special Education Paraprofessional
Mount Daniel Elementary School
(front l to r) Surbhi Ashton - Paraprofessional, Cynthia Columbo - First Grade Teacher, Melanie Pishner - Special Education Teacher, Emily Sullivan - Kindergarten Teacher, Ally Bodmer - Second Grade Teacher
(back l to r) Dailey Parker - Physical Education Teacher, Katherine Castro - Special Education Paraprofessional, Allison Lopez - Library Aide , Jocelyn Ascencio - Permanent Substitute, Jewel Washington - Kindergarten Teacher
Oak Street Elementary School
(front l to r) Brianne Papagni - Fifth Grade Teacher, Bonnie Nicosia - Fifth Grade Teacher, Emily Bennett - Third Grade Teacher, Ryley Margheim - Fourth Grade Teacher, Cassandra Fitzharris - Fourth Grade Teacher, Alyana Lara - Fourth Grade, Jennifer Yulo - Fourth Grade Teacher
(middle l to r) Jonathan Freeman - Clinic Aide - Alex Lee - School Technology Assistant, Audrey Hewitt - Special Education Teacher, Adriana DiVecchia - Fourth Grade Teacher, Cynthia Capistran - Special Education Paraprofessional, Jessica Javaherian - Special Education Paraprofessional, Jessica Lee - Third Grade Teacher, Pilar Leon - Parent Resource & Engagement Specialist
( back 1 to r) Katie Rotolo - Permanent Sub, Avery Ferreiro - Third Grade Teacher, Eleanor Reynolds - Third Grade Teacher, Nila Nash Jackson - STEAM Teacher, Ashley DiCarlo - Behavior Specialist, Safiya Muhammad - Counselor, Susan Kaye - Spanish Teacher
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School
(front l to r) Sophia Cocozza - Math Teacher, Larissa Petro - Science Teacher, April Brown - Math Teacher, Alexis McGoldrick - Speech Therapist, Elizabeth Rosales - Administrative Assistant
(back l to r) Stephanie Beard - Special Education Paraprofessional, Marina Hauber - Parent Resource & Engagement Specialist, Brittany Delisle - Paraprofessional, Myria Shipman - Science Teacher, Mina Tafazzoli - Math Teacher
Meridian High School
(front l to r) Carmen Calderon-Lopez - Administrative Assistant, Caitlin Posey - Special Education Teacher, Laura Hanna - ESOL Teacher, Samantha Daniels - Social Worker
(back l to r) Katie Boone - Special Education Teacher, Neal Marshall - Chemistry, Carlotta Sanchez - Administrative Assistant, Anne Feldman - Art
Systemwide
Blanca Bolanos - Custodian, Rodrigo Campero - Bus Driver, Patrick Fleming - Bus Driver, Dominique Gore - Bus Aide, Nely Gutierrez - Custodian, Maria Hernandez - Custodian, Harvey Hill - Bus Driver, Katrina Cox - Car Driver
Central Office
Jared Alexander - Event Staff Coordinator/Finance Specialist, MonaLisa Curry - Curriculum/Personnel Specialist, Anith Muthalaly - Data Info Specialist, Emma Puschnik - HR Specialist