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School Leadership Team

(SLT)

Mission
Hudson Cliffs School strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community.  

  • In support of our mission we are committed to:

  • Providing a challenging and high-quality curriculum which includes group activities, hands-on learning, and interdisciplinary projects.

  • Encouraging students to meet their challenges with student-centered instruction

  • Providing an environment that encourages growth and independence

  • Exposing our students to a broad range of enrichment activities through the support of our community

 
Vision
Empowering diverse thinkers to be productive members of their community. 

By Laws

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Team Members

Parent Representatives

Michael Opest (Co-Chair)

Travis Poelle (Co-PTO President)

Susan McGregor (Timekeeper) 

Jackie Czarnecki Thompson
Kelly Ceynowa

Sherry Lewkowicz

Staff Representatives

Jesiel Valet (Co-Chair)

Conor Doyle (UFT Rep)

Emel Topbas-Mejia (Principal)

Antonietta Auriemma (Recorder)
Victor Tergiline

Jomary Montesdeoca​ 

Student Representative

Evie

Current Subcommittees:

  • School Culture

  • Academics

2025-2026 Meeting Dates

  • September 30th, 2025

  • October 21st, 2025

  • November 18th, 2025

  • December 16th, 2025

  • January 20th, 2026

  • February 10th, 2026

  • March 17th, 2026

  • April 21st, 2026

  • May 19th, 2026

  • June 9th, 2026

SLT meetings will take place in person in the school at 3:30 pm.

Contact Us

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Address

349 Cabrini Blvd

New York, NY 10040

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