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About
We are D.A.

Since 1897, Dominican Academy (D.A.) has ranked among NYC's best high schools. Sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, D.A. is dedicated to academic excellence and community-building through study, prayer, and action.

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Admissions
We are where your future begins.

D.A. unites academic rigor with a family-like atmosphere. Small classes and personalized attention ensure that every student is known and encouraged to reach her unique personal and academic goals. We invite you to bring your gifts to our community and shape our future!

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Academics
We are scholars.

At D.A., learning is personal. Our well-rounded curriculum offers a variety of paths to academic success and draws upon the strengths and talents of each individual student. D.A. stands alone as the only all-honors high school for young women in New York State.

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Student Life
We are leaders.

D.A. students cultivate their interests and form lasting friendships through our academic and extracurricular programming. Students at every grade level enjoy opportunities for leadership, personal growth, and exploration.

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Athletics
We are teammates and champions.

At D.A., excellence extends beyond the classroom to the court. Our student-athletes learn valuable lessons in leadership, teamwork, and discipline as members of our Varsity teams: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Cross Country Track, Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Volleyball.

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Parents
We are family.

Our families form the backbone of our community both during and after your child's time at 44 East 68th Street. We partner with families to provide a superb educational experience and work tirelessly to help each student reach her fullest potential.

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Alumnae
We are your home-away-from-home.

Dominican Academy alumnae are always welcome to come home to their beloved alma mater! We invite you to remain engaged in the D.A. community and committed to our continued success through our Alumnae Association, special events, and giving opportunities.

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Donate
We are grateful.

Since 1897, Dominican Academy has offered a high-quality and affordable education in the tradition of St. Dominic. Our distinguished traditions are sustained through the generosity of alumnae, parents, and friends of the school community. Learn how you can support Dominican Academy's legacy of excellence.

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Faculty & Staff Directory

Our faculty and staff are a diverse group of distinguished, dedicated and caring educators who are invested in the academic success and personal growth of our students. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and mentorship.

Cindy Adlow

Cindy Adlow

Guidance, Faculty Member

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Dima AlAwwad

Dima AlAwwad

STEM, Faculty Member

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Marilag Angway

Marilag Angway

STEM

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Josephine Belcastro

Josephine Belcastro

STEM, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Maria Bruno, P'00

Maria Bruno, P'00

Kitchen, Staff

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Eleanor Bunker

Eleanor Bunker

Arts, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Dr. Michael Cagney

Dr. Michael Cagney

Theology, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Joan Carney

Joan Carney

Finance, Staff

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Lyla Cerulli, '13

Lyla Cerulli, '13

World Language, Faculty Member

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Lauren Checo

Lauren Checo

Admissions

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Bao Chen

Bao Chen

Staff, IT

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Anthony Cruz

Anthony Cruz

STEM, Faculty Member

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Alana Daly

Alana Daly

Theology, Faculty Member

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Denise Dee

Denise Dee

Guidance, Staff, Student Life, Faculty Member

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Brendan Doyle

Brendan Doyle

Finance, Administration

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Dr. Anita Dziwura

Dr. Anita Dziwura

History, Faculty Member

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Kiera Egan

Kiera Egan

English

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Dr. Alexandria M. Egler, P'10

Dr. Alexandria M. Egler, P'10

Administration

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Sr. Joan Franks, OP, '59

Sr. Joan Franks, OP, '59

World Language, Faculty Member

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Rodney Frederick

Rodney Frederick

Administration

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Melissa Gibilaro

Melissa Gibilaro

Theology

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Pia Gliatta

Pia Gliatta

World Language, Faculty Member

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Dr. Coleen Gowans

Dr. Coleen Gowans

Theology, Faculty Member

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Helen Halis

Helen Halis

Staff

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Jessie Lawler, BSN, RN

Jessie Lawler, BSN, RN

Staff, School Nurse

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Caroline Lawlor

Caroline Lawlor

Guidance

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Leslie Lopez, JD CFRE

Leslie Lopez, JD CFRE

Development

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Josephine Mazzara

Josephine Mazzara

Finance, Kitchen, Staff

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Christine McLaughlin '17

Christine McLaughlin '17

English, Faculty Member

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Joanne McMahon, P'13, '14, '16

Joanne McMahon, P'13, '14, '16

Staff

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Gwyneth Mooney

Gwyneth Mooney

Arts, Faculty Member

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Patricia Pender '85

Patricia Pender '85

Development

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Peter Ponce-Toriz

Peter Ponce-Toriz

STEM

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Dr. Leslie Poole Petit, P'14, '19

Dr. Leslie Poole Petit, P'14, '19

Administration

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Jennifer Reardon-Muller, '98, P'24

Jennifer Reardon-Muller, '98, P'24

History, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Ashley Rossi

Ashley Rossi

History, Faculty Member

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Rita Salfeld

Rita Salfeld

History, Faculty Member

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Dr. Lauren Serpagli

Dr. Lauren Serpagli

STEM, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Mary Somboonchoke

Mary Somboonchoke

English, Faculty Member

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Zoe Spelman

Zoe Spelman

English, Faculty Member

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Annie Sullivan, P'20

Annie Sullivan, P'20

Staff, Athletics

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Dr. Harrison Troyano

Dr. Harrison Troyano

World Language, Department Chair, Faculty Member

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Elissa Weil, '81

Elissa Weil, '81

Administration, English, Department Chair

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Melissa Wieler, '86, P'26

Melissa Wieler, '86, P'26

Development, Staff

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Ke (Coco) Yang

Ke (Coco) Yang

World Language, Faculty Member

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