Every Step of the Way
How we connect children and youth with the tools to learn, grow, and lead.
Staff
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How Abe Fernández Became a Fierce Advocate for the Bronx
The more Abe learned about his home borough, the more he became its champion.
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How a Dancer Became a Community School Director
Shannon Heffernan turned her love of dance into a career in schools.
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National Nurses Month Spotlight: Caitlin Griffin
Caitlin Griffin cares for hundreds of students at our school-based health center at P.S. 8 in Washington Heights.
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Teacher Appreciation Week: Shihua Kuang
Shihua Kuang emphasizes social emotional learning when teaching the toddlers at Taft Early Childhood Center.
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Administrative Professionals Day: Itela Leafa
For more than 20 years, Itela Leafa has played a crucial role at our school-based health center in Washington Heights.
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Social Worker Month Spotlight: Sharde Miller
Through her work, Sharde Miller shows how social workers support children and families in need.
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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Malia Torres
Malia Torres ensures that Children’s Aid’s 40+ sites are safe for our children and families.
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Social Worker Spotlight: Mariely Gonzalez
Mariely Gonzalez dreamed of becoming a nurse but found fulfillment as a therapeutic social worker.
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How Judith Gil’s Personal Adversity Turned into Professional Success
Dr. Gil’s powerful personal narrative has transformed many lives in the Bronx.
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For 50 Years, Kelsey Stevens Has Helped Our Youth Excel in Sports and in School
Kelsey has been a coach, a mentor, and a friend to generations of Children’s Aid kids.
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How a Community School Director Enriches Education for School Children
Sandra Romero organized fun and engaging activities for students during the summer and has bigger plans for the start of the school year.
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From Children’s Aid Student to Children’s Aid Staff
Yleana Torres attended a Children’s Aid school. Now, she helps our staff with their IT needs.