NYC mayor appoints Melissa Aviles-Ramos, a Latina with 20+ years' experience, as new Education department chancellor.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has named Melissa Aviles-Ramos as the new chancellor of the NYC Department of Education, succeeding David Banks, who retires on December 31. Aviles-Ramos, the highest-ranking Latina in the department, brings over 20 years of experience, including roles as a teacher and principal. She aims to enhance support for students with disabilities and multilingual learners while improving literacy and math proficiency.

September 25, 2024
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