Our Team

Jewish tradition teaches us that “the true guardians of a community are the teachers” and nowhere is that more true than B’nai Shalom. In our small-by-design school, we are committed to fostering a love for learning, a deep connection to Jewish values, and a sense of community that extends beyond the classroom. Together, our faculty and families create a warm and inclusive environment where each child is encouraged to explore their unique strengths and develop a lifelong passion for learning.

Welcome to B’nai Shalom, where education and tradition come together to inspire the next generation.

Eva Turner, Head of School, B'nai Shalom Day School

Eva Turner, Head of School

Head of School

School Leadership

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    Katelyn Cohen-Kivett

    Director of Admissions & Marketing

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  • Yael Dinur

    Director of Philanthropy & Community Engagement

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    Perri Hoyt

    K-8 Director

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    Lisa Lasovsky

    Preschool Director

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    Dana Ravins

    Business Director & HR

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Faculty & Staff

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    Maggie Alexio

    Preschool 2/3 Teacher

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    Dana Amos

    2nd Grade Teacher & Curriculum Coordinator

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    Yahav Avraham-Katz

    Younger Toddler Teacher

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    Katie Bacon

    4th Grade Teacher

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    David Brendle

    Security Director

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    Lisa Bridges

    Preschool 2/3 Teacher

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    Jason Cathcart

    5th Grade Judaics Teacher

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    Sarah Cronin

    School Counselor

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    Jodi Dvoskin

    3rd Grade Teacher & Learning Specialist

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    Ashley Eckstat

    Upper School Judaics & Social Studies Teacher

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    Liam Grandidge

    Physical Education & Technology Teacher

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    Naomi Grim

    Preschool 2/3 Teacher

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    Menbi Hailu

    Older Toddlers Teacher

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    Sherri Hawkins

    Preschool 3/4 Teacher

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    Caryn Herman

    Tuition Assistance Coordinator

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    Whitney Holt

    Infant Room Teacher

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    Rosie Kenchel

    Preschool 2/3 Teacher

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    Michele Knight

    Child Development Specialist

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  • Heather Lance

    Younger Toddlers Teacher

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    Nancy Lance

    Kindergarten Teacher

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    Dani Luft

    Kindergarten & 1st Grade Hebrew & Judaics Teacher

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  • Ellen Manella

    Preschool 3/4 Teacher

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    Sarah Neff

    1st Grade & Visual Arts Teacher

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    Megan Orlando

    Upper School Language Arts & Spanish

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    Miri Ovadia

    Upper School Hebrew & Infant Room Teacher

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    Kat Palma-Leyva

    Preschool 3/4 Teacher

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    Marcia Renne

    I-STEAM Coordinator, Upper School Science & K-8 Music Teacher

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  • Ryann Richardson

    Ryann Richardson

    Pre-K Teacher & Little Star Day Camp Director

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    Edna Rubenstein

    2nd-4th Grade Hebrew & Judaics Teacher

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    Stacy Schneid

    Older Toddler Teacher

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    Tracy Simon

    Business Office Administrator

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    Pam Smith

    Advancement Administrator

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    Bobbijean Spellman

    Dramatic Arts Teacher & Librarian

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    Jewel Swaim

    Infant Room Teacher

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    Kim Whiting

    4th-8th Grade Math Teacher

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