Staff

In 8 years of teaching science, Malka Akerman has developed an approach to teaching science that empowers her students to think critically and independently, to understand and enhance the relationship between Torah and science, and to become educated science consumers ready to interact with and make choices about the world around them. Mrs. Akerman encourages her students to develop their own unique motivations. In particular, she is interested in empowering her students through student-centered learning and through applying cross-curricular skills. Mrs. Akerman holds a bachelor’s in biology from Stern College and a master’s in teaching science from Brooklyn College. She is excited to be a member of the Teacher Mentorship Team at SHS. She is a certified teacher-mentor through the Jewish New Teacher Center and she has completed Prizmah’s YOU Lead program for educational leadership. She lives in Cedarhurst with her husband and children and is proud to be a member of the SHS faculty.

As Mrs. Rochel Aronov was pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant, she discovered a passion for teaching. Before joining the Shulamith team in 2019, she taught in Be’er Hagolah Institute for close to a decade, teaching AP Biology, Human Biology, Living Environment, Earth Science, RCT Science, and 7th-11th grade labs. She prides herself on her students’ 100% pass rate on the NYS regents. In Shulamith, it is her honor and pleasure to teach Physical Science and Biology and support students in Learning Lab.

Mr. Joshua Benshimon began his teaching career in the Mirrer Yeshiva of Flatbush, teaching regents biology while finishing his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. This single year experience provided the motive to continue on the educational path. After receiving his master’s degree in education from Touro College Graduate School, he began his first official year of teaching in DRS Yeshiva HS for Boys where he has taught multiple science disciplines for three years. Mr. Benshimon comes to Shulamith HS for Girls as both a 9th Grade Honors Biology and 12th Grade Environmental Science teacher. Mr. Benshimon is also a part-time law candidate at the Touro Law Center where he plans to use his legal knowledge in the field of Education Law and Biomedical Ethics.

Rabbi Benny Berlin has quickly established himself as passionate teacher with a clear methodology of how to teach halachah, parsha, and hashkafa at Shulamith. Rabbi Benny Berlin graduated summa cum laude from Touro College with a BA in psychology and received semicha from YU’s RIETS rabbinic program. He is currently studying to complete his doctorate in Jewish Educational Leadership and Innovation at Azrieli. In addition to teaching at Shulamith, Rabbi Berlin is a pulpit Rabbi at the BACH Jewish Center in Long Beach, New York. Previously, Rabbi Berlin served for two years as the OU-JLIC Rabbi at Queens College. Countless numbers of students have been inspired by Rabbi Berlin’s personal warmth, keen insights, and selfless devotion.

Combining professionalism and warmth, Mrs. Ettie Bersson strives to meet the students’ individualized needs and guide them to success. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she feels passionate about collaborating with students and parents, understanding the students’ strengths and challenges, and helping them along their academic journeys. Mrs. Bersson strives to imbue her students with a love for learning in a creative, enjoyable way, and channels her love for Torah and ruchnius to inspire the students in their own paths of growth. Mrs. Bersson holds a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science from Mercy College and a master’s degree in Social Work from Long Island University. Additionally, she has been trained as an Internal Coach by the Hidden Sparks program. After working in various settings in the professional social work field, as well as working with adolescents in camp and school settings, Mrs. Bersson is thrilled to be part of the Shulamith family.

Mrs. Rivie Blum is thrilled to offer young women a chance to learn practical and exciting graphic design tools and skills with real life applications that also foster creativity and originality. Mrs. Blum has a Bachelor’s of Science in Graphic Design and Media Studies, and is Adobe certified in Photoshop and Illustrator. With her passion for teaching and experience as a freelance graphic designer for over a decade, Mrs. Blum looks forward to imparting her knowledge and love of this ever evolving field of study.

Ms. Julia Blumenthal is currently finishing up her undergraduate degree in Queens College with plans to continue and get her master’s in Jewish education. She is a passionate teacher who wants her students to have a greater appreciation and connection to the tefillos we say every day. Her class consists of learning tefillah from a hashkafic perspective, bringing in articles, videos and relatable topics and discussing how they connect to tefillah. Class topics focus on ideas such as the importance of communication, how often we engage in it with the people in our lives, and developing those same skills in our relationship with Hashem. Ms. Blumenthal is excited to build a relationship with her students and hopes to give them the tools to build a growing, everlasting and real relationship with Hashem through tefillah.

Rabbi Heshy Blumstein has had the honor of teaching Torah to Jews of all ages, yet finds his greatest passion in teaching young adults, the future leaders of our people. Rabbi Blumstein serves as the Rabbi of Yismach Moshe at The Premier, where he has the pleasure of leading a diverse congregation of all ages and backgrounds. He is also the director of the executive learning program for the Jewish Enrichment Center in NYC. Previously, Rabbi Blumstein was the Rabbi of the Young Israel of Hewlett for 18 years. He taught Judaic studies in the Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway for 15 years. He studied in the great Mirrer Yeshiva in Eretz Yisrael and received his semicha from Yeshivat ITRI. Rabbi Blumstein is excited to be a part of Shulamith because he loves the warmth and spiritual energy of the school.

Mrs. Adina Broder has enjoyed teaching Judaic Studies in the middle division of Shulamith for the past 8 years. She is known for infusing her lessons with creativity, actively engaging her students, and instilling in them a love of learning. Mrs. Broder is currently a professor at Touro Graduate School of Education where she teaches Curriculum Development and Classroom Management in Jewish Day Schools to future educators. She holds a JD from Columbia Law School and an MA from Azrieli Graduate School of Education. Previously a litigation attorney, Mrs. Broder has found her true calling in the field of Jewish education. She is originally from Massachusetts and now lives with her family in West Hempstead.

Esti Buskila holds an MS in General Education and Special Education from Daemen University. Mrs. Buskila has been teaching Limudei Kodesh for many years, primarily geared toward students with learning difficulties. She has also provided special education services to individuals and groups, with a focus on English and History. Over the years, Mrs. Buskila has developed an intuition for sensing a student’s strong points, in addition to her areas of challenge. By viewing each student as a whole person, as opposed to only focusing on the challenges, Mrs. Buskila has been able to help her students reach their individual goals. Mrs. Buskila is excited to be part of the incredible Learning Lab team at Shulamith.

Mrs. Rochel Chafetz is a beloved teacher of Tanach. Having taught in Prospect Park Yeshiva, Bnos Chaya, Machon Basya Rochel Seminary, and most recently SKA High School, she has vast experience and perspective for educating today’s young women. She is a passionate Torah educator who shares her affection for Torah at weekly and monthly shiurim for women of all ages. Mrs. Chafetz is known for her masterful ability to balance the development of skills, while inspiring students with life lessons they will carry with them for years to come. Her goal is to impart love for Torah to her students. She reflects with her students on the connection between the pesukim they are learning and their individual journey in life. Torah comes alive under Mrs. Chafetz’s tutelage.

Mrs. Morgan Cohn lives, sleeps, and breathes art. Mrs. Cohn is constantly looking for new ways to create and think about everything around her. She graduated at the top of her class from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art with a bachelor’s in art, and won countless awards for her excellence in creativity and art. She is currently studying art and art education at Columbia University Teachers’ College. Mrs. Cohn has studied all forms of art, such as painting, drawing, sculpting, animation, graphic design, bookbinding, mixed media, fashion design, and art history. Mrs. Cohn is excited to teach her vast knowledge of art and art history to the students of Shulamith High School for Girls. She aims to teach her students through technicality and conceptualism to understand that art has no boundaries and affects every aspect in one’s life. Mrs. Morgan Cohn returns to Shulamith High School for Girls to teach all grades 9-12 art classes, as well as direct the Studio Art program, and serve as resident art expert.

Ms. Lisa Dadush, called Ms. D by her students, has been teaching since 2007 in both public and private high schools. Her passion for history has stemmed from her diverse background and love of travel. She graduated from the University at Albany, SUNY with a BA in History minoring in Secondary Education and African Studies, plus a Master’s Degree from NYU in Social Studies Secondary Education. She has held many professional roles outside of her classrooms and has been trained in multiple teaching styles including PBL (project based learning), BOLD (blended learning), and Layered Curriculum. Additionally, she has worked with the Facing History and Ourselves organization and Next Gen Personal Finance for multiple years.

Mrs. Aliza Feder is passionate about helping students realize their potential as Tanach learners while internalizing the profound messages of the text. Mrs. Feder loves when the Torah comes alive for students as they appreciate its applicability to their lives. Her classes combine a thoughtful approach to textual analysis with the skill-building necessary to become lifelong Tanach learners. While a student at Queens College Honors, Mrs. Feder studied at Masoret's Institute of Advanced Torah Learning for Women. She then earned a master's degree in secondary math education and is currently studying towards a master's degree in Tanach at Revel University.

Ms. Temima Feder is so looking forward to teaching English Language Arts at Shulamith High School. From a young age, Ms. Feder displayed enthusiasm for classic literature, theater and writing. After winning numerous scholastic awards and accolades during her Manhattan High School career, she was motivated to pursue an English degree in Queens College. She soon discovered a passion for teaching and she has been opening students’ minds to the fascinating world of ELA ever since. Ms. Feder sees English as a study of communication and works to help students understand themselves through the lens of literature while refining their reading and writing skills. She is always looking for unique ways to give over material, and her classes are filled with interactivity and hands-on learning exercises. Her warmth, spirit and creativity truly generate a fun and intellectually stimulating learning environment.

Mrs. Avigayil Fink is passionate about making the lessons of the Neviim come alive in her classroom. She strives to help students come to a new understanding of the text and think critically about the stories. Mrs. Fink is committed to pushing students to challenge themselves and step out of their comfort zones. Mrs. Fink holds a bachelor’s degree in Judaic studies, and master’s in Jewish education from Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration. Mrs. Fink lives in Woodmere with her husband and two children, and is very excited to be a part of Shulamith High School!

Mrs. Ricky Gaerman is committed to developing a dynamic, student-centered, and positive learning environment where students grow, progress, reflect, and ultimately thrive as learners, young adults, and citizens of the modern world. While Mrs. Gaerman is uniquely skilled at adapting research-based pedagogies to help students with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning differences meet their short and long term academic goals, she is equally passionate about creating opportunities for students of all levels to develop and refine their academic selves. Mrs. Gaerman holds a dual bachelor’s degree in philosophy and psychology from Brooklyn College (CUNY) and a master’s degree in literacy and learning differences from Teacher’s College Columbia University. Mrs. Gaerman is currently enrolled in Azrieli’s Executive Doctoral Program in Leadership in Jewish Education. Mrs. Gaerman attended the Harvard Principal’s Center and Hidden Sparks trainings. She has years of experience working with students in both clinical and school settings, including HAFTR Middle School and Columbia University’s Dean Hope Center for Educational Services. Courses: Intro to Psychology

Mr. Jeff Ganeles, or “Mr. G” as he is fondly known, has been teaching math at the high school level in our community for the past 17 years. He is excited to bring his passion for math and love of teaching to the Shulamith family. Mr. Ganeles grew up in Far Rockaway and received his degree in mathematics from Queens College. After taking a brief hiatus from teaching to explore opportunities in the actuarial field, his unwavering love of teaching and desire to share his passion with students impelled him to return to the classroom. He aims to infuse his classes with the joy of learning, as students learn to appreciate and master the intellectual rigor necessary to succeed in math. Committed to the growth and development of each individual student, Mr. G works to make all his classes exciting, energetic and fun. One of his greatest satisfactions is to see his students share his passion and excitement for math and to excel in their studies. He and his wife Rina reside in North Woodmere with their three children.

Mrs. Gross is concerned about society’s confused notions of what is considered ‘healthy’, and about the ever increasing incidences of disease and poor health caused by inadequate food and behavioral choices. In these science elective courses, SHS students discover fascinating aspects of nutrition and the body, gaining an understanding of the real impact that foods and lifestyle choices have on one’s complete well-being. Through Mrs. Gross’s positive energy, interactive teaching methods, and a multidimensional approach to health, students learn the critical skills they need to make decisions that will affect them positively, now and in the future. Mrs. Gross received her nutrition degree from Queens College, and became an NCCA approved certified personal trainer. She is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) certified health coach with specializations in the areas of behavior change, non-diet approaches to weight management, youth fitness, and fitness nutrition. Additionally, Mrs. Gross has continued to take related courses through Stanford University to ensure that her students are always receiving the most current, expert information in the fast evolving and growing fields of health and nutrition.

Dr. Dora Chana Haar’s love of chemistry began in her own tenth grade regents Chemistry class. That class in many ways set the course for her academic and professional career. She went from Regents Chemistry to AP Chemistry, followed by two summers in a materials science laboratory at Stony Brook University. She received her Pharm.D. at Long Island University’s Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy. Throughout this journey, she has been passionate about tutoring and helping others through their chemistry coursework both on the high school and college levels. Dr. Haar has also enjoyed learning and teaching about circuitry, coding, and robotics as our STEM teacher and coordinator. Dr. Haar is looking forward to sharing her love of chemistry and physical science with the students at Shulamith High School.

Born and raised in Far Rockaway and currently a resident of North Woodmere, Mrs. Herskowitz brings with her a fresh approach to math. Mrs. Herskowitz has a math degree from Brooklyn College and has previously taught in other high schools in our community. Mrs. Herskowitz’s personalized approach with her students has helped them achieve a 100% pass rate on the Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II Regents. Mrs. Herskowitz specializes in making certain that every student completely understands the material and gives each student the time she needs to fully master the course work.

As a member of both the Shulamith MD and SHS faculty, Ms. Atara Kanner loves teaching all ages and stages. Ms. Kanner holds an MA in Urban Science from NYU and an MA in Math Education from Brooklyn College. Ms. Kanner believes that the focus of all curricula should be the students themselves, not solely the subject matter. Her lessons are tailor made to ensure that each student is able to solidify the skills they already have, and increase their confidence and independence in learning math. Ms. Kanner’s encouragement, patience, and warmth create a learning environment where all students grow to love math.

Linda Kastriner is honored to be a part of the Shulamith High School faculty. She has been a teacher within the Five Towns yeshiva community for more than 23 years. Currently, Mrs. Kastriner teaches a 5th grade and 7th grade math class and the Stock Market Game at the Yeshiva of South Shore, and she is an E2K instructor at TAG. Helping all children reach their potential and challenging students to be curious and take chances when learning is her passion. She especially enjoys teaching those who find math to be extra challenging. “Watching the fire ignite within a student is an addiction.” Having been an E2K facilitator for nearly 20 years has inspired Mrs. Kastriner to help her students know that there is always more than one way to solve a problem. Project based instruction and centers are a common occurrence in her classrooms. Allowing students to access challenging content and actively engage in real-world meaningful projects creates an energy among the students while encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills.

Known as a prominent source of education, hashkafa and guidance in the Five Towns for over 25 years, Mrs. Katzenstein brings her passion for Yiddishkeit and love of people to Shulamith High School as 12th grade teacher of Halacha. Mrs. Katzenstein hails originally from Chicago and attended BJJ of Jerusalem, Bais Yaakov L’Morot. She has taught every level of education, from three year olds to post high school seminary. Serving the Woodmere community and beyond in many educational capacities, she has held positions in Bais Yaakov H.S. Denver, HAFTR High School, Reenas Bais Yaakov and TMM. Her goal is to impart to her students an appreciation for the beauty of Halachic structure in the different stages of our Jewish Life Cycles. With love for each talmidah, she hopes to instill in them the excitement, confidence and pride in being B’not Yisrael.

Mrs. Tamara Klein is passionate about English education. She enjoys exploring literature from different times and places, and encourages her students to see how classic texts, no matter how old, can still have real-world connections and resonance. In addition to teaching English, Mrs. Klein coordinates Book Day and the Mother-Daughter Brunch. Mrs. Klein graduated summa cum laude from Queens College and further completed her master’s degree in English at Queens College. She has over 10 years of teaching experience, from Cuyahoga Community College in Ohio to Manhattan High School for Girls. She is also a trained and certified teacher mentor through the Jewish New Teacher Program, and is a graduate of Prizmah’s You Lead program for teacher leaders.

Jeffrey Lazar is excited to be starting his 4th year as part of the SHS family after eight years at Yeshivah of Flatbush. Having grown up in Far Rockaway and the product of a YOSS and Mesivta Rambam education, Mr. Lazar is really excited to share his love of history with the next generation. By combining his passion of both history and theater, completing a dual major at Queens College in both subjects, history becomes more than just an intellectual exercise in his class. Mr. Lazar continued his education, completing a master’s in history in Queens College and received a master’s in history from the CUNY Graduate Center while working towards completing his PHD in Ancient history (currently ABD).

Mrs. Miriam Lerner is passionate about helping students take ownership of their Tanach study. Whether it is learning to make meaning of ancient texts in the modern age or delving into the nuances of interpretation, the most magical moments are when students learn and apply tools to discover their own spiritual journey through the lens of Tanach. Mrs. Lerner earned her bachelor’s degree at Yeshiva University as a Legacy Heritage Scholar, as well as her master’s degree from Azrieli Graduate School of Education and Administration. Mrs. Lerner previously taught Tanach in Chicago at Ida Crown Jewish Academy before joining Shulamith in 2019. Mrs. Lerner is honored to be part of Shulamith and to share her love of Tanach with her students.

Born and bred in one of the smallest Jewish communities in the country, Mrs. Nissa Levy was raised on a diet of good books, divrei Torah, a daily perusal of The Wall Street Journal at the breakfast table, and biweekly cello lessons, all of which translated into her desire to become a teacher, and are pursuits that she still enjoys. Nissa attended Bais Yaakov Machon Raaya in Israel, after which she studied Secondary English Education at Indiana University while simultaneously teaching Limudei Kodesh at her alma mater, ultimately completing her degree at Queens College. Above all else, she wants her students to uncover and write their own stories, be it through the process of reading and writing, or by discovering themselves in the narratives of Tanach.

Mrs. Aliza Lowinger is passionate about teaching and connecting with her students, both in the classroom and in the guidance office. As a teacher and the school social work intern, Mrs. Lowinger is dedicated to both the academic and social well-being of the students. Mrs. Lowinger earned her bachelor’s degree at Lander College for Women and is currently pursuing her master’s in social work at Wurzweiler School of Social work. She is honored to be part of the Shulamith high school faculty.

Mrs. Temima Miller coaches our softball team and coordinates Israel Activism. Originally from Israel, Coach T has immersed herself in sports: playing for the Israel Association of Baseball, the women’s Shomron basketball all-star team, coaching in camps, and competing in college softball. Coach T moved to the Five Towns after serving in Sherut Leumi and in the Israeli Army. Coach T received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College and has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and in education for over 9 years. She has a wide range of experience working with teenage girls in middle school, high school, and NCSY. She also has over 20 years of experience working with developmentally disabled teens and adults. Coach T is a licensed EMT and has over 12 years’ experience volunteering with the Woodmere Fire Department. With a passion for Chessed and Zionism, Coach T can be found supporting so many of our high school programs.

Mrs. Ally Mishkoff was born and raised locally, in Cedarhurst NY. She attended Stern College for Women and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the Sy Syms School of Business and a master’s degree from the Azrieli School of Jewish Education and Administration. Prior to joining the Shulamith team, she spent nine years at Yeshiva University in various capacities, most recently working in the office of the Senior Vice President. Ally, along with her husband and children, are excited to be a part of the greater Shulamith family.

Esty Munk is originally from St. Louis where she graduated from Block Yeshiva High School. She spent her gap year in Michlalah and subsequently received her degree from Stern College in NYC. While there, she directed several musical productions and was the president of the Public Health Student Association as well as an ambassador for the Sharsharet Organization International. As the Director of Student Experience, Esty endeavors to create meaningful and memorable learning experiences outside the classroom. You can find her in GO meetings, chatting with students, or on the phone planning the next great event. In the rare moments that Esty is not working, she may be leading a trip to Israel or sitting back at a Broadway show! Clubs: Glee Club, Production

Originally from Israel, Mrs. Naomi Munk brings her passion for Hebrew and Zionism to every classroom she teaches in—a passion that resonates with her students. Mrs. Munk’s goal is for every student to walk away from her classroom speaking Hebrew comfortably and proudly. Her ultimate mission is for students to appreciate Hebrew as the language that is the foundation of our people, land, and religion. Mrs. Munk achieves this goal through a rigorous curriculum that she has created and utilized in many schools, including Bruriah High School in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and most recently in Block Yeshiva High School in St. Louis. This curriculum includes a focus on the analysis of Hebrew literature, an absorption of Hebrew vocabulary through experiential education, and a study of Israeli history and culture. Mrs. Munk received her bachelor’s degree from Bar Ilan University and furthered her studies in Orot Teachers College in Israel. She has lectured frequently in the United States and Canada on pedagogical approaches to learning Hebrew. When not in the classroom, you can find Mrs. Munk developing her other passions: exercising, taking (very long) walks, and sitting in coffee shops (while speaking Hebrew, of course!).

Mrs. Sara Munk is a creative and dynamic educator who brings to her position 17 years of high school education experience and a passion for learning and teaching. After spending a year and a half at Michlelet Mevaseret Yerushalayim, she graduated summa cum laude from Stern College, earning a BA in Jewish Studies. Mrs. Munk holds an MA in Secondary Jewish Education from the Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration. In her tenure as the Assistant Principal and Director of Judaic Studies at Ulpanat Orot in Toronto, and prior to that, as Tanach and Jewish History teacher, Israel Guidance Counselor and basketball coach at Rae Kushner Yeshiva High School, Mrs. Munk earned a reputation as a warm, caring and innovative educator with high standards of scholarship and sensitivity to the needs of each individual student. Most importantly, Mrs. Munk is a dedicated wife and mother of 3 sons and 2 proud Shulamith daughters. Courses: 9th Grade Navi, History of the Holocaust, Zionisim and Modern Israel

Rabbi Jonathan Muskat has taught in various Long Island Yeshiva high schools for over ten years and was the Assistant Principal at YDE High School, a Syrian boys Yeshiva High School in Brooklyn for five years. Rabbi Muskat is very passionate about creating a student-centered classroom where his students are inspired to learn and grow in their love for Torah and Torah values. Rabbi Muskat has been the Rabbi of the Young Israel of Oceanside for the past seventeen years. He was also a Vice President of the Rabbinical Council of America. Additionally, Rabbi Muskat is a pastoral health care liaison at South Nassau Community Hospital. He received his semicha, a master’s degree in Medieval Jewish History, and an undergraduate degree in Jewish Studies and Speech and Drama from Yeshiva University. Rabbi Muskat also received a law degree from New York University School of Law and served as a corporate attorney in the New York law firm of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson for four and a half years. He posts a weekly blog in Times of Israel on contemporary Jewish issues. Rabbi Muskat is excited to share his love of Torah with the students of Shulamith High School.

Mrs. Channi Packer is excited to be a part of the staff of Shulamith High School as Social Worker and Project Safe teacher. She was the recipient of the Dean’s Scholarship at Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Mrs. Packer realized her passion for helping people through active and empathetic listening when she was a Madricha at Darchei Binah Seminary in Yerushalayim, and while leading various trips to Poland and Israel. After those experiences, Mrs. Packer decided to pursue a career in Social Work as a means to help others find meaning and balance in their lives. Mrs. Packer has attained her Clinical Degree and has begun to work in the private sector as well, in addition to running a Social Skills group in the Five Towns. Mrs. Packer enjoys being an integral part of the staff as well as an active participant in student life, ensuring the students are having a positive and meaningful experience in High School. She loves to play basketball, and enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children.

Mrs. Simi Petegorsky came to the Shulamith faculty with decades of experience teaching Torah and Hashkafa. She inspires her students with passion and enthusiasm, helping them develop a true love to learn and succeed. Hailing from the Midwest, Mrs. Petegorsky went on to study in the prestigious Seminar Bais Yaakov LeMorot/ BJJ of Jerusalem, where she received her teacher training and certificate. She then went on to teach Chumash, Navi, Parsha, Megilah, Tefilah, and Hashkafa in St. Louis, Detroit, and Cleveland, and now continues teaching locally. Mrs. Petegorsky has experience teaching complex hashkafa-oriented subjects in a loving, heartfelt, and compassionate way. She develops a close and warm long-lasting relationship with each one of her students. Her goal is to connect to the heart of her students, helping them develop true love towards Hashem, while leaving them with inspiring lessons and practical tools which they can use throughout their lifetimes.

Mrs. Leah Rosenblatt comes to Shulamith with an extensive background in foreign language instruction. Mrs. Rosenblatt has taught Hebrew language and literature in Shalhevet, HALB, and MDS. As a fluent speaker of five languages, Mrs. Rosenblatt has been the sole representative of yeshiva day schools in ‘Marhaba’, an Arabic language curriculum development project at Harvard University’s outreach center for Middle Eastern studies. Mrs. Rosenblatt is a graduate of Aspen University, earning a master’s in Education specializing in Curriculum Development and Outcomes Assessment, as well as Bar Ilan University. Mrs. Rosenblatt has further participated in multiple courses on teachings of a second language. As a certified interpersonal counselor, Mrs. Rosenblatt focuses on a student centered learning approach, with a strong emphasis on emotional intelligence and raising the bar through student self-motivation for optimal learning results and success. Mrs. Rosenblatt uses her diverse background, fluency in multiple languages, mastery of a broad range of subjects, and a ‘joie de vivre’, to make teaching an interesting and rewarding experience.

Mrs. Sima Rosenfeld is thrilled to be teaching Jewish History in both Shulamith Middle Division and High School this year. Her goal is to impart her love and passion for this important subject to students of all ages and to give them a greater knowledge and understanding of the broader picture of Jewish History. After attending Michlalah Jerusalem College for Women and graduating from Stern College for Women, Mrs. Rosenfeld completed a master’s degree in Speech Communication Disorders at St. John’s University and went on to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist for over eighteen years as a Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped. She has been teaching Jewish History in Shulamith Middle Division for the past seven years and has also taught Jewish History at SKA. Mrs. Rosenfeld is currently working towards completing a master’s degree in Jewish Studies at Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies. She looks forward to teaching her favorite subject in Shulamith’s classrooms each day!

Mrs. Janet Salman is always searching for ways to better serve her students as a Learning Lab Specialist and College Guidance Counselor. Dedicated to helping each student find her own path to success, Mrs. Salman is an ardent believer in the twin powers of passion and perseverance. She strives to form positive and supportive relationships with her students in the belief that a student who feels supported will also feel confident and empowered. Mrs. Salman holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Brooklyn College, a J.D. from Yeshiva University’s Cardozo School of Law, and a master’s degree in education and special education from Touro College. She has completed Hidden Sparks Internal Coach training and the College Advising Program at Teacher’s College of Columbia University. Mrs. Salman is proud to be a part of the Shulamith High School community.

Ms. Seffi Schofield has a love of all things history. Ms. Schofield enjoys traveling and brings her journeys and imagination into her classroom. A theater enthusiast, she makes history come alive and compels students to question the past. It is Ms. Schofield’s belief that every student should be challenged and inspired. Ms. Schofield graduated Summa Cum Laude from Queens College with a dual bachelor’s degree in History and Jewish Studies. She also earned a master’s degree in Social Studies Education at Queens College. Ms. Schofield is thrilled to be a part of the Shulamith family.

Ms. Toby Schwartz has over 25 years experience in Graphic Design. She has worked in Marketing, Public Relations and Doubleday Publishing. Toby graduated Honors from Brooklyn College with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts. Toby has been at SHS since its inception and loves being part of this incredible school.

Alana Sherman is excited to bring her experience, education, and enthusiasm to Shulamith! Her love of math, puzzles, and understanding solutions, as well as her passion for teaching young minds shape her teaching style. Mrs. Sherman stresses the discovery process in math, which aids in retention and true learning for students. She believes that given the right circumstances, every student can achieve; that is her goal. Mrs. Sherman has a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics from Indiana University, a Master’s in Math Education from Hofstra University, and holds NYS Certification in Math Education from 7-12. Mrs. Sherman is excited each year to show students that math can be fun.

Mrs. Miriam Siegel brings to her teaching a passion for educating students and a deep caring for each student’s individual success and growth. A certified math geek, she absolutely loves math and loves helping students to acquire essential skills. She experiences tremendous nachas when students who claim to “hate math” or to “be bad at math” actually end up proclaiming that “math is fun!” Mrs. Siegel is continually fascinated by the different ways that students learn, and she teaches concepts in a number of diverse ways depending on the unique needs of the student. Mrs. Siegel is New York State-certified in special education K-12, and mathematics education 7-12. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Brandeis University and a master’s degree in special education K-12 and math education 7-12 from Hofstra University. She has over 15 years of experience teaching high school level math to students with and without learning challenges.

Rabbi Ya’akov Trump serves as the Rabbi of the vibrant community of Young Israel Lawrence Cedarhurst. It is his passion to share his passion for the Torah and its relevance in contemporary times. Rabbi Trump has been involved in many community wide projects including being hub coordinator of the Shabbos Project in the Five Towns-Far Rockaway, bringing hundreds of thousands together raising the bar of Shabbos, and the Five Towns Drug Awareness panel. Rabbi Trump teaches parsha at Shulamith High School for Girls. Rabbi Trump recently co-chaired the 59th annual RCA Convention for hundreds of Rabbis across America. He has his own Nach Yomi website and an iTunes podcast.

Mrs. Debbie Werner was born and raised in the Jewish community of Costa Rica and currently resides in Lawrence. Upon high school graduation, Mrs. Werner continued her studies abroad at Machon Gold in Israel and later at Stern College for Women in NY. Spanish is not only her first language, but also part of her culture. She believes the best way to teach a new language is through creative, fun, and interactive lessons that not only concentrate on proper grammar but instill in each student the will and confidence to converse with others regardless of proficiency level.

Tamar Wielgus was born and raised in Brooklyn NY. She attended Lev Bais Yaakov High School and Michlalah Seminary in Israel for a year and a half. She graduated Brooklyn College with a bachelor’s in mathematics and is currently pursuing a masters in math education. Tamar is committed to providing her ninth grade students with a solid foundation in computer coding. She aims to make her classes informative, creative, and most of all, exciting.

Mrs. Jennifer Winkler is an English teacher, writer, and drama director, who also happens to be a proud Shulamith graduate. "That if you become a teacher, by your pupils you'll be taught," was a lyric Mrs. Winkler learned when she starred in Shulamith's production of The King and I, and it actualized through her many wonderful years teaching 6-12 ELA. Being in the classroom, inspiring a love of literature and language, is bested only by those magical moments where students make real world connections and share "professorial" wisdom. Mrs. Winkler was a columnist for Playbill Magazine (1993-2017) and recently founded SHTARKcontrast, a Jewish, non-profit, community theatre on Long Island, where she is the Artistic Director. Her enthusiasm for all things bookish led to her current hobby as an ARC reader for major publishing houses.

Mrs. Adina Wolf aspires to connect with and inspire her students through the embracing and magnetic force of Torah. An alumna of Michlalah Jerusalem College and Stern College for Women where she majored in Psychology and Judaic Studies, she combines a warmth for our girls with a passion for‭ ‬יהדות‭ ‬and an enthusiasm for teaching. Mrs. Wolf and her family live in Woodmere, where she serves as a Rebbetzin at the Young Israel of Woodmere.