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Meet the team
Addy Adames
Director of College STEPS and Persistence
I'm Addy and I'm the director of our office. I also graduated from Franklin K. Lane Campus, even though we probably didn't run into each other, we definitely walked all the same halls. I was born in the Dominican Republic and came to New York when I was 6, which means I'm fluent in Spanish. And I live by "the worst they can say is no" so let's talk about your goals and what we can do to get you there!
Email: aderysa@cypresshills.org / collegesteps@cypresshills.org
Make an appointment: calendly.com/addya
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Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep
Abenezer Solomon
Persistence Counselor for Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep
Hey! My name is Abenezer Solomon and I am a College Persistence Counselor for Cypress Hills College High School Alumni. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and I graduated from CUNY John Jay College. I love to keep things simple, watching and playing sports (especially baseball and basketball), food, and a good laugh! All this to say, I'm looking forward to seeing what journeys life has to offer!
As your Counselor, I'm here to help you figure out life once you finish high school. From financial aid to college advisement and troubleshooting, and even though non-college routes, such as job searching and training, I'm there by your side to help support and guide you while you achieve your goals, dreams, and aspirations.
Email: abenezers@cypresshills.org
Phone: 440-462-6401
Make an appointment: https://calendly.com/abenezers/meeting
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Ashley Madera
College Coach for Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep
Academics & App Specialist
Hey! My name is Ashley Madera and I'm the college coach working for Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory. I'm 19 years old and I'm currently attending the University at Albany with a double major in Anthropology and Latin American & Caribbean Studies. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and I've been living in Queens,NY for the past 10 years. A few fun facts about me are that I enjoy writing stories and I'm a big fan of anime.
If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, my contact info is provided below.
Email: ashley.cypress1@gmail.com
Phone: 929-324-6389
Make an appointment: https://calendly.com/ashley-cypress1/meeting
Multicultural High School
Anaella Campaña
Persistence Counselor for Multicultural High School
Hello! I’m Anaella (A-na-el-la), the new College Persistence Counselor for Multicultural HS! I’m an Alumni of SUNY New Paltz and currently pursuing my MSED in School Counseling at Alfred University. I am Dominican & Colombian from Queens, NY. Access to higher education is one of my many passions. Look forward to meeting you!
Email: anaellac@cypresshills.org
Phone: 646-222-5599
Make an appointment: calendly.com/anaella
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Juanmy Moscoso Garcia
College Coach for Multicultural High School
Financial & Social Media Specialist
My name is Juanmy Garcia. I am the new MHS College Coach and Social Media Specialist for Multicultural HS, I am here to support you with your Fasfa application and everything career/ college related. To know me better here’s three of my favorite things:
1. Big Chipotle lover
2. My favorite colors are turquoise and red
3. Love going outside but prefer to stay home.
You can contact me at:
Email: juanmy.cypress@gmail.com
Phone: 347-460-6745
Make an appointment: calendly.com/juanmy-cypress
Academy of innovative technology
Geraldo Cruz
Persistence Counselor for Academy of Innovative Technology
Hey guys! My name is Geraldo Cruz and I am the Persistence Counselor for AOIT. I am a Nuyorican from Brooklyn. I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology as a first-generation student from Brooklyn College. I love art, music, comics, baseball, and food. I am looking forward to connecting with you to learn about your interests, while providing assistance and guidance in your academic journey and building your career readiness skills for making the transition for after college life. Let's get it!
Email: geraldoc@cypresshills.org
Phone: 929-242-9344
Make an appointment: Calendly - Geraldo Cruz
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Kiara Ortega
College Coach for Academy of Innovative Technology
Life, Social & Newsletter Specialist
Hi guys! My name is Kiara Ortega and I am the College Coach for AOIT. I am Dominican but i was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I am currently majoring in Criminal Justice at BMCC for the mean time. I love poetry as well as photography and softball. I’m looking forward to be able to guide you through any path and learn many different interests about college and your future goals. Always remember, be good, be bad, but nothing in between!
Email: pt_kiarao@cypresshills.org
Phone: 347-618-2413
Make an appointment: Calendly.com/pt_kiarao
brooklyn lab school
Jailen Prada
Persistence Counselor for Brooklyn Lab School
Hello you, my name is Jailen Prada and I am your College Persistence Counselor for Brooklyn Lab School! I am Panamanian, but I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I graduated from Medgar Evers College with a degree in Psychology. I am someone who loves to travel and experience new things. I am into self-care, music, my favorite color is pink and I like to take pictures! I cannot wait to begin this wonderful journey with you and guide you on whatever it is that interests you! I especially cannot wait on getting to know you as a person!
My contact information is down below. Please do not hesitate to contact me, I am here to help!
Email: Jailenp@cypresshills.org
Phone: 917-451-8568 / Ext: 5141
Make an appointment: https://calendly.com/jailenp
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Auribel Vargas Pena
College Coach for Brooklyn Lab School
Career & Website Specialist
Heya everyone! my name is Auribel, but you can also call me Luxi! I am the College Coach for Brooklyn Lab School. I graduated from Brooklyn Lab in 2019 and I am currently majoring Graphic Design at BMCC. I was born in Dominican Republic and came to NYC when I was 14 years old, which means I speak Spanish too. I LOVE videogames, rock/pop music, reading and writing. I describe myself as a very energetic, funny, confident and persuasive person. I live by the quote "Work Hard In Silence and Let Success be the Noise" we got this!
Alongside Jailen, I’m going to be helping and supporting you through your college path, so feel free to contact me if you need anything!
Email: auribel.cypress16@gmail.com
Phone: (+1) 929-949-5338 | 929-382-1674
Make an appointment: Calendly - Auribel Vargas
Thomas jefferson High School
Bhumadevi Sewganesh
Persistence Counselor for Thomas Jefferson High School
Hi, my name is Bhumadevi Sewganesh, and I am the College Persistence Counselor for Thomas Jefferson High School. I was born in Guyana and came to New York when I was 5. I have been living in Brooklyn, NY for quite some time. I graduated from CUNY York College with a bachelor's in Social Work. I enjoy bowling, watching movies, binge-watch shows, and spending some quality time with family and friends.
As a first-generation college graduate, I know the struggle of trying to understand the college process. I want to take this next step and connect with our future students so they can have the opportunity to achieve success. I am committed to providing you with support and guidance along the way so that you can reach your goals. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Email: Bhumadevis@cypresshills.org
Phone: (914) 279-0570
Make an appointment: calendly.com/bhumadevis
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