“ I’ve been proud to call this city home since 2002, continuing a legacy my family began as second-generation homeowners. This is not just where I live it is where I’ve grown deep roots, built lasting relationships, and come to truly love Mt. Vernon. "

I have proudly served as an educator in the NYC Department of Education for over 28 years, and even after all this time, it’s hard to fully express how much I love what I do. During the height of COVID, when I began pursuing the path to become a School Librarian, the incredible staff at the Mount Vernon Public Library were right there with me offering hands-on support that helped me accomplish something truly meaningful.

Living in Mount Vernon has made it all the more rewarding. I’ve never had an issue with parking at the Metro North station, and my daily ride hopping off in Harlem just 20 minutes after boarding is one of the easiest, most peaceful parts of my day. If you’ve seen someone smiling on the Mount Vernon East platform, eager to get to work, it was probably me.

As a parent in Mt. Vernon, it was always important to me to be involved in my sons’ education and the school community. They attended Graham Elementary School, where I proudly joined the PTA and remained an active Community Parent even after they graduated. I wanted my sons to know they were growing up in a loving, supportive environment, one that valued education, respect, and preparation. I made sure they had not just academic support, but the educational etiquette to carry them forward.