The DME is responsible for developing and implementing the Mayor's vision for academic excellence and creating a high quality education continuum from birth to 24 (from early childhood to K-12 to post-secondary and the workforce).
The three major functions of the DME include:
- Overseeing a District-wide education strategy
- Managing interagency and cross-sector coordination
- Providing oversight and/or support for the following education related agencies.
Our Team
Meet Deputy Mayor for Education Jennifer Niles.
| Title | Name and Email |
|---|---|
| Chief of Staff | Ahnna Smith [email protected] |
| Special Assistant/Office Manager | Tara Lynch [email protected] |
| Deputy Chief of Staff | Shayne Wells [email protected] |
| Policy Advisor | Rebecca Lee [email protected] |
| Senior Policy Advisor | Jennifer Comey [email protected] |
| Special Assistant | Alexander Cross [email protected] |
| Communications Specialist | Ashlynn Profit [email protected] |
| Senior Policy Advisor | Taneka Miller [email protected] |
| Senior Policy Advisor | Aurora Steinle [email protected] |
| Policy Analyst | Richelle Russell [email protected] |
My School DC
| Title | Name and Email |
|---|---|
| Executive Director | Catherine Peretti [email protected] |
| Senior Policy Advisor - Common Lottery | Amy Lerman [email protected] |
| Parent Engagement Manager | Aryan Bocquet [email protected] |
| Parent Response Manager | Michele Desando [email protected] |
| Data Manager | Aaron Parrott [email protected] |
| Customer Service Representative | Patricia Etienne-Payano [email protected] |
| Customer Service Representative | Antoinette Williams [email protected] |