Our School Leadership team

The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. They also make sure there are resources to support those policies. Stay up to date with our plans and progress throughout the year by accessing updates through this link.

What We Do

The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a collaborative group made up of parents, teachers, and school staff. Together, we help shape the educational priorities of P.S. 159 by reviewing school goals, offering feedback on the school’s Comprehensive Education Plan (CEP), and promoting strong communication between families and staff.

Meeting Dates

Location: PS 159 Room 101

Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Team Members

Our SLT includes dedicated representatives from all areas of our school community parents, teachers, administrators, and staff working together to support student success. Each member brings a unique voice and perspective to our shared mission.

Dr. Ortiz

Principal

M. Vasquez

Parent Association President

T. Neverova

Title I PAC Chair

J. Dennis

Elected DC 27

J. Gray

UFT Chapter Leader

J. Pizzini

Elected UFT

L. Coleman

Elected Parent

L. Thompson

Elected Parent

N/A

Elected Parent

M. Lewis

Elected UFT

L. Singletary

Elected UFT

A. Davis

NYEdge Rep

Ms. Lee

Principal

Mr. Martello

UFT Chapter Leader

Ms. Jennings

Elected UFT

(AP)Ms. Jennings

Elected UFT

Ms. Ashley

Elected DC 37

Ms. Fabia

Elected UFT

Tanea Hammond

Elected Parent

Keita Charles

Elected Parent

Amanda Martinez

Elected Parent

Meeting Documents & Details

Stay up to date with our latest SLT work! Below you’ll find links to our meeting agendas, minutes, and other key documents. These records offer a transparent look at the decisions and discussions that help guide P.S. 159 forward.

December 2025

November 2025

October 2025

September 2024

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