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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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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 accomplished, dedicated and caring professionals who know D.A. students well and are invested in their academic success and personal growth. Small classes of approximately 20 students ensure personalized attention and mentorship.

Cindy Adlow

Cindy Adlow

Guidance, Faculty Member

Dima AlAwwad

Dima AlAwwad

STEM, Faculty Member

Josephine Belcastro

Josephine Belcastro

STEM, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Maria Bruno, P'00

Maria Bruno, P'00

Kitchen, Staff

Eleanor Bunker

Eleanor Bunker

Arts, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Dr. Michael Cagney

Dr. Michael Cagney

Theology, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Joan Carney

Joan Carney

Finance, Staff

Lyla Cerulli, '13

Lyla Cerulli, '13

World Language, Faculty Member

Bao Chen

Bao Chen

Staff, IT

Alana Daly

Alana Daly

Theology, Faculty Member

Denise Dee

Denise Dee

Guidance, Staff, Student Life, Faculty Member

Brendan Doyle

Brendan Doyle

Finance, Administration

Dr. Anita Dziwura

Dr. Anita Dziwura

History, Faculty Member

Kiera Egan

Kiera Egan

English

Dr. Alexandria M. Egler, P'10

Dr. Alexandria M. Egler, P'10

Administration

Sr. Joan Franks, OP, '59

Sr. Joan Franks, OP, '59

World Language, Faculty Member

Rodney Frederick

Rodney Frederick

Administration

Melissa Gibilaro

Melissa Gibilaro

Theology

Pia Gliatta

Pia Gliatta

World Language, Faculty Member

Dr. Coleen Gowans

Dr. Coleen Gowans

Theology, Faculty Member

Helen Halis

Helen Halis

Staff

Monica Konopka, P'20, P'25

Monica Konopka, P'20, P'25

History, Faculty Member

Jessie Lawler, BSN, RN

Jessie Lawler, BSN, RN

Staff, School Nurse

Kaitlyn LiPuma, '15

Kaitlyn LiPuma, '15

STEM, Faculty Member

Leslie Lopez, JD CFRE

Leslie Lopez, JD CFRE

Development

Josephine Mazzara

Josephine Mazzara

Finance, Kitchen, Staff

Christine McLaughlin '17

Christine McLaughlin '17

English, Faculty Member

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

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

Staff

Gwyneth Mooney

Gwyneth Mooney

Arts, Faculty Member

Patricia Pender '85

Patricia Pender '85

Development

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

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

Administration

Byron Ramirez

Byron Ramirez

STEM, Faculty Member

Jennifer Reardon-Muller, '98, P'24

Jennifer Reardon-Muller, '98, P'24

History, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Kerin Reilly

Kerin Reilly

Admissions

Ashley Rossi

Ashley Rossi

History, Faculty Member

Rita Salfeld

Rita Salfeld

History, Faculty Member

Dr. Lauren Serpagli

Dr. Lauren Serpagli

STEM, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Mary Somboonchoke

Mary Somboonchoke

English, Faculty Member

Zoe Spelman

Zoe Spelman

English, Faculty Member

Annie Sullivan, P'20

Annie Sullivan, P'20

Staff, Athletics

Dr. Harrison Troyano

Dr. Harrison Troyano

World Language, Department Chair, Faculty Member

Elissa Weil, '81

Elissa Weil, '81

Administration, English, Department Chair

Melissa Wieler, '86, P'26

Melissa Wieler, '86, P'26

Development, Staff

Ke (Coco) Yang

Ke (Coco) Yang

World Language, Faculty Member