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Meet the
steps team

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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

Social Media:

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Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep

Madeline Medina

Persistence Counselor for Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep 

Hello! My name is Madeline Medina, and I am the College Persistence Counselor for Cypress Hills Collegiate High School Alumni. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and at the age of 11, I came to Brooklyn, NY. I am a first-generation college student, I graduated from CUNY Brooklyn College with a major in Psychology and got my Master’s Degree in School Counseling at Alfred University. I enjoy nature, music, and things that bring my soul happiness and calm. I am very excited to support you and guide you to achieve your goals. Can’t wait to meet all of you!!!

Email: Madelinem@cypresshills.org

Phone: (440) 462- 6401

Make an appointment: calendly.com/madelinesteps

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Ashley Madera

College Coach for Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep

Finance & 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: pt_ashleym@cypresshills.org

Phone: 929-324-6389

Make an appointment: https://calendly.com/ashley-cypress1/meeting

Multicultural High School

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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

Life & Social & 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

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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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College Coach for Academy of Innovative Technology

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brooklyn lab school

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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

Academics & Website Specialist

Hello-hello beautiful people! my name is Auribel. I am the College Coach for Brooklyn Lab School. I graduated from Brooklyn Lab in 2019 and I am currently majoring Communication Design at City Tech. I was born and raised in Dominican Republic and came to NYC when I was 14 years old. Videogames, streaming & figurines' lover. Best words that describe me are energetic, bubbly, and confident. 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: pt_auribelv@cypresshills.org

Phone: (+1) 929-949-5338 | 929-382-1674

Make an appointment: Calendly - Auribel Vargas

Thomas jefferson High School

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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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Graduated from a different high school? We can still help! 

Contact us!
Email: collegesteps@cypresshills.org

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