BOE Members

Mr. John Doerre, BOE President
Years in District: 19
Employment: Director of Fleet Safety and EHS, Miller Environmental Group Inc.
Education:
Clarkstown S High School 1974,
Rockland Community College 1977
Term Expires: June 30, 2028
Children/Ages/Schools:
37 & 35
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On: Town of 极速六合彩 Ethics Board
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one education accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education Member it would be...
...to have parents and caretakers within the community play a greater role in the education of their children.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
Providing educational skills that allow children to succeed in the 21st century. Less emphasis on constantly changing and divisive social issues and greater emphasis on lifelong skills. Create a great academic learning environment along with an environment that caters to those that may value a more vocational learning curriculum.

Mr. Mark Levinstein, BOE Vice-President
Years in District: 32
Employment: North Point Carpet Supplies
Education: Associates Degree OCCC
Term Expires: June 30, 2028
Sharon-Data Processing Clerk NECSD/NFA Main
Children/Ages/Schools:
Aliya, 30 Graduate NFA 2012, Graduate American University 2016, Graduate George Washington Univ. Law 2023.
Rebecca, 29 Graduate NFA 2014, Graduate University at Albany 2018
Michael, 27, Graduate NFA 2016, Graduate Binghamton University 2020
Matthew, 22, Graduate NFA 2020, Graduate Berklee College of Music 2023
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On:
NECSD: Capitol Bond Project Advisory, 极速六合彩 Teachers Center Policy Board, Finance, Facilities, Personnel, Curriculum, Exceptional Learners, Diversity, Building & Grounds, Library & Compact committee.
Temple Beth Jacob Trustee. Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County Trustee
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one educational accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education member it would be……My goal is to collaborate with parents and educators to help create improved outcomes and greater opportunities for children of the 极速六合彩 School District.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
To establish a safe and secure environment for the children and staff of our district, thereby enabling our educators to deliver the highest quality education. Additionally, I committed to ensuring that our students graduate equipped with the skills necessary for college or career success, developing into civic-minded young adults

Ms. Christine M. Bello
Years in District: Lifelong 极速六合彩 resident
Employment: Owner: Chris-Dian Florist, 279 Broadway, 极速六合彩,NY
Education:
Graduate of NFA, Cum Laude graduate of SUNY Farmingdale, Registered Dental Hygienist
Term Expires: June 30, 2027
N/A
Children/Ages/Schools:
Single, no children
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On:
City of 极速六合彩 Citizen’s Advisory Committee
City of 极速六合彩 Ethics Board
极速六合彩 City Council
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one educational accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education member it would be……To increase the graduation and literacy rates of the school district.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
Transparency on all issues especially regarding the expenditure of taxpayer dollars along with budget oversight. Ensuring a safe environment for all students, teachers and staff, policy review and development. Developing a shared vision and goals for the district with fellow board members and evaluating the Superintendent.

Ms. Thomasina A. Bello,
Years in District: 35
Employment: Intern at Chris-Dian Florist
Education: Graduate of NFA
Studied Business Administration at MSMC
Term Expires: June 30, 2027
Separated
Children/Ages/Schools:
no children
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On:
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one educational accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education member it would be……Ensuring all students are meeting educational goals and are proficient in literacy, thereby increasing the graduation rate.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
Oversight and transparency. Taking a close and honest look at the policies and procedures in place that effect the quality of the curriculum in our district, with an emphasis on improving literacy and graduation rates.

Ms. Mackenzie Bousche
Years in District: 29
Employment: Senior Project Manager Full Time
Education: MBA St. Johns University
Term Expires: June 30, 2027
N/A
Children/Ages/Schools:
N/A
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On:
Various outreach programs over the years such as Habitat for humanity, meals on wheels, NFA United Basketball team
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one educational accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education member it would be……To raise the graduation rate, improve literacy among all students and ensure each student feels seen, valued and heard.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
- 1. Literacy, specifically creation of HS learn to read at grade level program
- 2. Adherence to special education laws
- 3. Good fiscal responsibility and reduction of expenses
- 4. Success beyond compliance
- 5. ELL Advocacy

Mr. Ramiro Burgarelli
Years in District: 33
Employment: Field Engineer with Advance Network Services
Education:
Marlboro Central High School
Term Expires: June 30, 2026
Children/Ages/Schools:
Sebastian/16/NFA Main
Carmen/13/Heritage
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On: N/A
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one education accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education Member it would be...
...Close the gap between the New York State graduation rate and that of NFA’s.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
Safety of all the children of our district from the time they get on a bus til the time they are home off that bus. Creating a clear channel for communication for the teachers to be able to raise their concerns/needs without fear of retribution. Ensure all the children of our district to get the help they need to be successful scholars.
Ms. Shadé Burks
Years in District: 38 Lifelong
Employment: Teacher’s Assistant at Private Nursery School
Education:
极速六合彩 Free Academy, Class of 2007; Certified Special Education 101 Parent Advocate; Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
Term Expires: June 30, 2028
Children/Ages/Schools:
Justyce O’dell Burks, 9, 极速六合彩
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On: N/A
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one education accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education Member it would be...
...ensure that every student with a disability has the opportunity to become a success beyond the academic field. Mental Health awareness for scholars. I would ensure that parents are aware of the state funded advocacy programs. Scholars and staff will have a safe learning/work environment. I will provide truth and transparency to the parents, guardians, and taxpayers of this district. 极速六合彩 is a robust district compared to others, our graduation rate and employment compensation should match the district that we serve.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
The students
Special educational/ exceptional learners
Budget
Staff layoffs
Diversity

Mr. Philip Howard
Years in District: Lifelong
Employment: Retired City of 极速六合彩 Fire Department
Education:
BA Adelphi University
Term Expires: June 30, 2026
Children/Ages/Schools:
Adam (31)
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On: Library Committee, Buildings & Grounds Committee, Curriculum Committee, Diversity Committee, Exceptional Learners Committee, Policy Committee, S.A.V.E. Committee, Re-Opening Task Force
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one education accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education Member it would be...
...that every scholar who attends our schools will graduate and receive their diploma at Academy Field.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
- Graduation of Scholars
- Safe Schools
- A balanced and meaningful budget
- Ensure that the scholars are rigorously challenged so that they can be ready to compete in society once they graduate

Ms. Letitia McDaniel Politi
Years in District: Lifelong resident
Employment: Teacher for 18 years in the North Rockland Central School District
Teacher for 3 years in The 极速六合彩t
Education:
AAS Fashion Design Fashion Institute of Technology
BS Production Management Fashion Institute of Technology
MS Special Education Mount Saint Mary College
Certificate of Advanced Study: School Building and School District Leadership SUNY New Paltz
Term Expires: June 30, 2026
Children/Ages/Schools:
MaryJane Politi age 16 attends NFA Main Campus
Augusten Politi age 11 attends Horizons on the Hudson
Levon Politi age 8 attends Horizons on the Hudson
Olive Politi age 6 attends Horizons on the Hudson
NECSD Committees/Community Committees Served On: I have served on the HoH Compact Committee and NECSD Talent Committee. I currently serve on the School Improvement Team at Haverstraw Elementary School. I coached Girls on the Run:Heart and Sole at South Middle School. I currently coach Girls on the Run at Haverstraw Elementary and I am a Coach and Co-Founder of The 极速六合彩 Lightening Bolts.
Former NTA member and current NRTA member.
How would you complete the following sentence?
If I could achieve any one education accomplishment while serving as a Board of Education Member it would be... To create consistency in the implementation of programs, the code of conduct, security/safety plans, and make educationally sound decisions for the youth in our community.
What do you view as the Board of Education's top priorities:
Consistency, transparency, communication, and listening to the needs of all stakeholders.
Professionalism and serving as role models to our scholars.