Meet the Advisory Board
The Tech International Charter School's Advisory Board is comprised of a variety of people who bring a plethora of skills and information to the forefront of the institution. The role of these members is to support the mission and design of the school by contributing ideas and assisting with meaningful tasks. Each individual brings a unique attribute that helps TI remain one of a kind.
Tracy Abramson
Educator, traveler and musician
"I support TI because Adjowah and Steve are strong leaders who will foster an inclusive community that inspires children, families, and teachers to strive for excellence."
Pat Bassett
President NAIS - National Association of Independent Schools
"I support TI because the independent school industry that I serve believes that "the public purpose of private education" can be manifest by sharing the expertise of independent schools with their public and charter school counterparts."
Saba Bireda
Education Policy Analyst at the Center for American Progress
"I support TI because I believe in Steve Bergen's extraordinary abilities as an educator and his vision to bring high quality technology-focused education to underserved students in Harlem and the Bronx. I am extemely excited to see the highly effective instruction and inventive curriculum TI will offer its students."
Vera Donovan
Director of Technology, Robert Lewis Stevenson School
"For several years, I have watched Steve make more out of less to positively impact so many students and families. I am confident that the combination of his strengths, energy, and commitment to education can effectively launch and continue to fuel the TI Charter School!"
Susan Fine
Writer and former English Department Head of Collegiate School
"I support TI because there's an ongoing need for as much quality education as we can possibly provide."
Tony Fisher
Acting Principal at Hunter High School
"I support TI because I believe in the mission of providing a well-rounded education with an emphasis on technology and global thinking."
Howard Gardner
Professor of Cognition and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education
"I decided to be on the TI Advisory Board because of Steve Bergen's distinguished record as an educator who is deeply informed about technology. Effective education today depends on a fusion of the strengths of the digital media and the strengths of committed teachers."
Tia George
Guidance Counselor
"Anyone who dares to be can never be weak. I support TI because I believe that every student deserves the right to a high quality learning experience. Learning environments that foster the full academic, vocational, social, and emotional well being of all children and young adults will lead to success."
Nicole Gesualdo
Director of Strategic Communications, Gabelli School of Business, Fordham University
"I support Tech International Charter School because it's crucial to provide all New York City students with an innovative curriculum and excellent classes taught by people who truly care about making sure they succeed."
Ted Hirsch
K-6 Principal, South Shore Charter Public School; Vice Chairman, Core Knowledge Foundation
"I support TI because it will be a school that bridges the journey from hope to opportunity with curriculum, technology and love."
Mathew Horvat
High School Principal, University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
"I support TI because the school will provide a unique education that enables students to understand technology while also ensuring that they become excellent readers, writers, and thinkers."
Paul Ness
Former Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Bronx Preparatory Charter School
"I decided to be on the TI Advisory Board because I know how well Steve Bergen understands the complex issues of technology, education and society, and that a charter school offers a fine opportunity for Steve and Adjowah Scott to implement their vision to transform the lives of young people in New York."
John Palfrey
Professor of Law and Vice Dean for Library and Information Resources at Harvard Law School
"I support TI because I believe in the extraordinary work of Steve Bergen and what he can offer through this innovative new school."
Karen Reuben
Browning School and Marymount School parent
"I decided to be on the TI Board because I believe in Steve Bergen and know that he and Adjowah Scott will provide hundreds of kids with the same quality education that my two children have received in NYC independent schools."
Amanda Sen
NYU School of Law
"Having worked with Steve and Adjowah for several years, I can't imagine a better team of educators. I'm delighted to do whatever I can to help them move forward with TI Charter."
Barbara Tischler
Director of Curriculum and Professional Development, Horace Mann School
"I am delighted to support and to contribute to the success of the TI Charter School because of the vision and values of the founders, the diversity of talent represented among the advisors, and the goals of excellence and engagement for all members of the community embodied in the school's mission. "
Vicki Weeks
Global Educator; founder and former Director of Lakeside School´s Global Service Learning program
"I decided to be on the TI advisory board because of its vision of global education for all students and the integrity of its founders."
Alexis Wright
Dean of Children's Programs at Bank Street College
"I decided to be on the TI Advisory Board because I am committed to exploring ways in which technology can help improve educational opportunities for New York City children."
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