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TSOE SPRING 2023 NEWSLETTER | VOL 2. No. 2
James D. Wolfinger, Ph.D. | Dean, School of Education
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Dear Colleagues and Friends of the School of Education:
As we close out the Fall 2023 Semester on another high note, I am excited to share with you updates from around The School of Education. Here in TSOE, we are committed to providing an "education that elevates" for our students. Every day our faculty and staff provide an excellent educational experience and our alumni support us in myriad ways. This edition of the TSOE newsletter celebrates the remarkable work of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
I hope that you will find the stories in our newsletter inspiring. As we close out another year, it is a time of reflection and good cheer. We are grateful that you have been part of the journey and we extend to you our best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
All the best,
James Wolfinger
Dean, School of Education
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Uniting the twin missions of education and St. John’s University’s
Vincentian charism
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We were excited to see the twin missions of education and St. John’s University’s Vincentian charism united at a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the renovated first floor of Sullivan Hall. The first floor is now home to The School of Education Recruitment Center and to the Office of University Mission, Campus Ministry, and the Vincentian Institute for Social Action (VISA).
From left to right: Chris Bernabe, Vincentian Service; Simon Geir Møller, Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; Rev. Aidan R. Rooney, C.M., M.Div., M.Th. ’78NDC, Executive Vice President for Mission; Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P., President; Cassandra Joseph, Undergraduate Senior; and James D. Wolfinger, Ph.D., Dean, The School of Education.
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The School of Education
Recruitment Center
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The new recruitment center, located on the first floor of Sullivan Hall, serves as a hub for undergraduate students to seek advisement or a place to bring their questions or concerns. The traffic within the recruitment center is like a revolving door as students seek advisement for the Spring/Winter 2024 semester and clearance for graduation in January 2024.
The convenience and ambiance of this new space are both energizing and conducive to student success. Advisor (Bernadette Zacharuk) and Interim Advisor (Lily Scarabino) are committed to the task at hand. They undertake their tasks with commitment, respect, and service for our students. See our video below for some of the highlights.
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Conference Focuses on
Mental Health
and the Educator
| Participants at the Dean's Advisory Board Professional Development Conference on Mental Health and the Educator were challenged to do something “scary” each day, something that made them uncomfortable in their work and their personal life. Participants reported that they had an eye-opening experience that made them think in new ways about teaching their students and about caring for themselves. The conference was a huge success! | |
St. John’s University’s annual
Alumni Convocation ceremony
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Congratulations to Anna Maria Montuori, ‘68Ed, ’70GEd, ‘82PD., and Kathleen M. Prager '78C, '81GEd on their awards. Anna Maria is a triple alumna of the School of Education and currently serves as the Chair of the Dean’s Advisory Board.
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Q&A with Anna Maria Montuori ’68Ed, ’70GEd, ’82PD, President’s Medal Award Recipient. | |  |
Q&A with Kathleen M. Prager '78C, '81GEd, Heritage Circle Inductee. | | |
The School of Education joined the rest of St. John's University at the annual New Faculty Convocation on the Queen's Campus on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. This celebration kicked off the new year by welcoming new faculty members, honoring award winners, and recognizing professors who received tenure and/or promotion. Everyone was excited to come together again on our Queens campus! See our video below for some of the highlights. | |
Training and Development Certificate Graduation and Luncheon
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The School of Education had three graduates at the 2023 Training and Development Certificate Graduation and Luncheon. Linda Miller, Lily Scarabino, and Stephanie Shaw received awards from Fr. Brian Shanley, O.P., who presented the awards. | |
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Linda C. Miller, M.A.
Equity and Inclusion Certificate
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Continuing Education Certificate
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Lily Scarabino, M.S. Ed.
Professional Development Certificate
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Stephanie A. Shaw, Ed.D.
Equity and Inclusion Certificate
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The School of Education Embraces
Family Weekend Tradition
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Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in The School of Education at St. John’s University and their families enjoyed a Dean’s Hour during the University’s annual Family Weekend held on October 6–8 on the University’s Queens, NY, campus. | |
Professor Honored for
Counseling Efforts
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Heather C. Robertson, Ph.D., LMHC, CRC, CASAC, Chair and Professor, Department of Counselor Education, The School of Education, was honored by Transitional Services for New York, Inc. with their 2023 Educator of the Year Award. The annual gala event was held at Leonard’s Palazzo in Great Neck, NY, on October 3. | |
#UniversityGivingDay on September 26 is part of a global movement and a campus-wide initiative at St. John’s University. This year our solicitation was twofold: (1) The Persistence Scholarship, and (2) The Institute for Catholic Schools Scholarship. As a result of your generous donations, we emerged as the college with the highest number of donations in all the colleges. Thank you to all our donors! See our video above for some of the highlights. | |
Ms. Carolyne Quintana, Deputy Chancellor at the New York City Department of Education met with Dean James Wolfinger and members of the School’s leadership team last Fall. It was an engaging and invigorating discussion about ways that The School of Education and the Department of Education can collaborate. The School of Education looks forward to building a strong partnership with the DOE! | |
McCallen Society Mass & Luncheon | |
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Alumni members of the McCallen Society took time out on Thursday, September 14, to demonstrate their commitment to the spirit and values of St. Vincent de Paul at the McCallen Society Mass and Luncheon.
School of Education alumni at the event included (left to right at the table) Anna Maria Montuori ‘68Ed, ‘70GEd, ‘82PD; Vincent Maita ‘82Ed, ‘85Ged; Carole Schafenberg ‘70Ed, ‘80PD; and Geraldine Ruggieri DiPersia ‘65Ed.
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An exclusive interview with alumna, Despina Kotsis ‘22Ed, ‘23GEd | |
Watch this exclusive interview with alumna Despina Kotsis, ‘22Ed, ‘23GEd, as she talks about her fashion company, MINX NYC. Her designs were featured in the hit movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3." Despina shares her inspiring St. John’s journey with Drs. Cicco and Spiridakis. | |
TRIPLE alum named
Principal of the Year!
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The School of Education is proud of triple alum, Dr. Richard Mangeri, ’93Ed, ’99GEd, ’17 Ed.D. who was selected as the 2023 New York State Secondary School Assistant Principal of the Year! Dr. Mangeri currently serves as Assistant Principal at George W. Hewlett High School in the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools. | |
Nicholas A. Bernice ’07Ed.D Journey from Teacher to Superintendent
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Dr. Nicholas Bernice, the superintendent of schools in Ringwood, was recently selected by the New Jersey Association of School Administrators officials as New Jersey's 2024 Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Bernice was appointed the Ringwood school district's chief executive in 2016 and is now in the running for the National Superintendent of the Year Award from the American Association of School Administrators (AASA). He reflects on his journey at St. John's and encourages others to follow suit. | |
The Institute for Catholic Schools welcomed
Catholic school leaders
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The Institute for Catholic Schools welcomed Catholic school leaders from the three local dioceses to campus for a reception In August. They had the opportunity to meet the new Director of ICS, Bob DiNardo ’06PD. It was a great evening with people who have a shared vision to boldly lead Catholic education into the future.
Photo credit: Dr. Weedens Blanchard ‘94SVC, ‘97MBA, ‘07PD, ‘17EdD, Principal of Holy Cross HS.
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Robert Cote
Director of Development & Gift Planning
718-990-5612
coter@stjohns.edu
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