Our Team
Members of the Yellow Acorn team
Ms. Rupa Shah
Director & Head of School
Ms. Leena Gyftopoulos
Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Ilean Sajid-Shah
Consultant for special education
Ms. Kristi Bracchitta
Psychologist & child development consultant
Ms. Luciana Pimenta
Head Teacher (Toddler)
Ms. Yesim Yildirim
Head Teacher (Early Childhood Program)
Other Members
Ms. Satsuki Miyamoto
Substitute Teacher (Toddler)
Ms. Benazir Kannan
Substitute Teacher (Early Childhood Program)
Ms. Ann Marie Hunter
Zumba
Ms. Sandra Marante
Music
Mr. Julian Faranda
Music
Ms. Monica Malzyner
Portuguese
Apply Now!
We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic year.
Please review the admissions section of our site and download the application below
when you are ready to apply.