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2286 Cropsey Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11214

718.682.5610
info@hla2.org

Welcome to Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2

Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 (HLA2) provides students with the academic and personal foundation necessary to successfully pursue advanced studies and achieve continued personal growth as ethical and informed global citizens. In order to accomplish this, HLA2 offers an academically rigorous PreK-5 curriculum that includes immersive instruction in Modern Hebrew. A diverse student body will also develop a strong sense of social and civic responsibility through the integration of service learning across the curriculum.

“Global citizenship” education is a big part of the school’s focus. It includes the development of student skills in communication (including learning a world language), collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. It also includes an emphasis on empathy and emotional intelligence.

In Hebrew Public network schools, including at HLA2, global citizenship education is supported through the daily study of Modern Hebrew (which students learn for at least one hour per day), the comparative study of Israel and of students’ local community, the use of small group instruction, and through our focus on diversity and inclusion.

HLA2 is proud of its inclusive and diverse community. We serve students from all backgrounds, including a high percentage of students with special needs and a growing number of students who are English language learners. HLA2 is a member of the Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools.

We are strong believers in personalized learning – ensuring that each and every child has the opportunity to grow academically and socially in ways that are tailored to their needs and learning styles. Our personalized approach to learning is enhanced by our small student-to-teacher ratios – transforming the classroom experience into one of genuine community which in turn promotes positive emotional development in each child.

We are thrilled to announce that our school will move into our permanent home!

Located at 2286 Cropsey Avenue, less than a mile from our current location, our new school building will offer your children a modern and welcoming learning space. From a full gymnasium and large cafeteria to new smart boards and climate-controlled spaces to bright, spacious classrooms, we are confident that our new home will inspire creativity, growth, and success.

HLA2 At a Glance

Staten Island Hebrew Public will be a free, public charter school open to all age-and grade-eligible students residing in New York City, with preference given to residents of Staten Island. The school will be located on Staten Island’s Midland Beach. We aim to:

Opened in

2017

Serving students in grades

PreK-5

Located in 

Gravesend

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Together, with our community, we are committed to creating the best environment for your children to learn and thrive. 

Hebrew teacher Elana Weinberg explains Hebrew Public’s approach to teaching children a second language.
Leadership

Katie Passley

קייטי פייסלי

Head of School

Valencia Chapman-Thompson

ואלנסיה צ׳פמן-תומפסון

Assistant Head of School & Academic Dean K-2

Melissa Puello

מליסה פואלו

Director of Operations

Kevin Mara

קווין מארה

Director of Culture

Sarit Delouya

שרית דלויה

Academic Dean of Hebrew

Lizzie Shander

ליזי שנדר

Director of Student Supports

Alyssa Pigott

אליסה פיגוט

Academic Dean Grades 3-5

Board Members

Adam Miller, Chair

Mike Tobman, Vice-Chair

Alice Li, Secretary

Sue Fox, Treasurer

Stella Binkevich, Trustee

Joanne Cavanaugh, Trustee

Will Mack, Trustee

Ella Zalkind, Trustee

Board Meeting Calendar 2024-2025

Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Tuesday, June 17, 2025

** All board meetings are to begin at 6 pm unless otherwise noted

Board Meetings & Documents
HLA2, November 19, 2024
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HLA2 Board Meeting – November
Nov 19, 2024 6:00 PM

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5S9n3ZisQn2baoZGPAP4kAAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.The following locations are alternative places to join the board meeting in-person with our trustees virtually:

Sue Fox: 29 Lawrence Street New Hyde Park, NY 11040

William Mack: 103 Wilmot Rd. New Rochelle NY 10804

Stella Binkevich: (BKLN) 370 Jay Street, Fl. 7, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Michael Tobman: 123 William Street, 12th Floor NY, NY 10038

Ella Zalkind: (Beress & Zalkind PLLC) 2640 East 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Adam Miller: (KLM LLP) 950 3rd Avenue, NY, NY 10022

Joanne Cavanaugh: 19 Beach 219 Street Rockaway Point, N.Y. 11697

HLA2 October 15, 2024
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October 15, 2024 6:00 PM
Topic: HLA2 Board Meeting – October

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uvxu1bvYTwKoVHgx9oPVDQThe following locations are alternative places to join the board meeting in-person with our trustees virtually:

William Mack: (Greenberg Traurig, LLP) One Vanderbilt Avenue | New York, NY 10017
Stella Binkevich: (BKLN) 370 Jay Street, Fl. 7, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Michael Tobman: 51 Tappan Landing Rd, Tarrytown NY, 10591
Ella Zalkind: (Beress & Zalkind PLLC) 2640 East 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Adam Miller: (KLM LLP) 950 3rd Avenue, NY, NY 10022

HLA2, September 17, 2024
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Sep 17, 2024 06:00 PM
Topic: HLA2 Board Meeting – September
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The following locations are alternative places to join the board meeting in-person with our trustees virtually:

Sue Fox: (Shorefront YM-YWHA) 3300 Coney Island Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11235
William Mack: (Greenberg Traurig, LLP) One Vanderbilt Avenue | New York, NY 10017
Stella Binkevich: (BKLN) 370 Jay Street, Fl. 7, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Michael Tobman: 51 Tappan Landing Rd, Tarrytown NY, 10591
Ella Zalkind: (Beress & Zalkind PLLC) 2640 East 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235

HLA2, August 29, 2024 Special Board Meeting
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Aug 29, 2024 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: HLA2 Special Board Meeting

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Sue Fox: 29 Lawrence Street New Hyde Park, NY 11040
William Mack: (Greenberg Traurig, LLP) One Vanderbilt Avenue | New York, NY 10017
Stella Binkevich: (BKLN) 370 Jay Street, Fl. 7, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Michael Tobman: 123 William Street, 12th Floor NY, NY 10038
Ella Zalkind: (Beress & Zalkind PLLC) 2640 East 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Adam Miller: (KLM LLP) 950 3rd Avenue, NY, NY 10022

 


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Public Notice:

All board meetings take place at Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 (2286 Cropsey Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11214). All meetings are open to the public.

If you would like to make a comment during the next board meeting, please email boardhla2@hebrewpublic.org and include your full name to sign up, and indicate if you will be attending in person or via Zoom.

If you wish to make a public comment via Zoom, please ensure your name on Zoom matches the sign-up name provided.

 

When it is your time to speak, your name will be called. We request you limit your comment(s) or question(s) to three minutes. You will receive a one-minute warning before your allotted time is up. 

Members of the board and staff do not typically respond to public comments at the time they are made. However, we will do our best to respond to unanswered questions within a few business days.

 
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