Our Team

Executive and Leadership Team

The Newmark Executive and Leadership team come from many backgrounds with extensive educational experience and a strong dedication to serving children living with special needs.

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Meet the Team

Dr. Regina M. Peter

Founder/Executive Director

B.S., College of New Jersey

M.A., New Jersey City University

Ed.D., Seton Hall University

Dr. Regina M. Peter serves as the Co-Executive Director of Newmark Schools. Dr. Peter is responsible for developing and implementing day-to-day management of both the elementary and high school. She supervises a staff of 75 educators, develops curriculum, monitors academic and social/emotional achievement of each student, and oversees all fiscal and facility management of the schools.

Cynthia Allman

Executive Director/Founder

B.A., Seton Hall University

Cynthia Allman serves as the Co-Executive Director of Newmark Schools. Ms. Allman is responsible for student admissions, major gift contributions and professional development outreach. She provides critical teacher training and professional development for public school teachers in the areas of children’s mental health issues and effective behavioral modification in the classroom.

Gina M. Borea

Principal, Newmark K-8 and High School

B.A., Caldwell University

M.A. (Special Education), New Jersey City University

M.A. (Education Administration), New Jersey City University

Ms. Borea serves as Principal at Newmark K-8 and High School. In addition to the commitment of improving student performance, she focuses on curriculum development and instructional improvement. She has extensive experience in education as a vice principal, supervisor, counselor and classroom teacher.

Cathleen M. George, LCSW

Supervisor of Counseling Services

B.S., Caldwell University

M.S.W., Fordham University

Cathleen George serves as the Supervisor of Counseling Services of Newmark Schools. Ms. George is responsible for leading the counseling team at Newmark and collaborating with all related service professionals to coordinate clinical services. In addition, she provides direct counseling services and designs and delivers training to the Newmark staff on mental health issues and shaping student behavior.

Theresa Chapman

Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction

B.S., University of West Florida

M.A., Seton Hall University

Theresa Chapman serves as the Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction for Newmark Schools. Ms. Chapman is responsible for reviewing and updating curriculum and research-based instructional practices. Ms. Chapman also facilitates ongoing professional development for staff in the areas of Curriculum, Instruction and Digital Technology.

Brian Kraminitz

Supervisor of Transportation and Student Activities

B.A., Pace University

M.S., Pace University

Ed.S., Seton Hall University

Brian Kraminitz serves as the Supervisor of Transportation and Student Activities. He is responsible for Transportation and Activities for the Newmark Schools. He is also a Debriefing Intervention Counselor for the high school. Mr. Kraminitz coordinates busing with local municipalities and vendors at the elementary and high school and directly facilitates daily student arrival and departure. In addition, Mr. Kraminitz supervises all extracurricular organizations and activities.

Cristin Dobish

Supervisor of Planning/Research and Evaluations

B.S., College of New Jersey

M.A., University of Phoenix

Cristin Dobish serves as the Supervisor of Planning/Research and Evaluations for Newmark Schools. Mrs. Dobish is responsible for reviewing Individualized Education Plans for all students and coordinating state and school-wide assessments such as the NJSLA and NWEA. Mrs. Dobish also provides ongoing professional development for staff in the areas of PowerSchool, EdModified and Frontline IEP Direct.

Cate Tafur, OTR-L

Coordinator of Related Services

B.S., University of New Hampshire

M.A., New York University

Cate Tafur is an Occupational Therapist and serves as the Coordinator of Related Services of Newmark Schools. Mrs. Tafur is responsible for coordinating activities and programs implemented by all related services provided at Newmark. In addition, she develops and implements programs to promote improvement in executive functioning skills of all students. Mrs. Tafur provides direct Occupational Therapy services, and she is involved in educating staff to support all children in their role as a student.

Nadene Murphy, LCSW

Coordinator of Transition Services

B.A Montclair State University

M.S.W. Rutgers University

Nadene Murphy serves as the Coordinator of Transition Services for Newmark Schools. Mrs. Murphy is responsible for developing and overseeing transition services for students at Newmark K-8 School and Newmark High School. Working closely with Newmark staff, students, parents and external agencies, Mrs. Murphy ensures the creation and implementation of transition plans to support students in achieving their post-graduate goals.

Eileen Carroll BSN, RN, CSN

School Nurse

B.S.N., Seton Hall University College of Nursing

C.S.N., Seton Hall University College of Nursing

Eileen Carroll is the school nurse for Newmark K-8 and Newmark High School. She is responsible for the health and safety of our 180 students as well as over 85 staff members. She provides health screening yearly on all our students as well as their daily medical and emotional needs. Her triage experience keeps everyone here at Newmark feeling safe.

Sandra Vollero-Levy

Director, Communication & Special Projects

B.S., Seton Hall University

M.A., Montclair State University

Sandra Vollero-Levy manages the day-to-day communication for both Newmark K-8 and High School, focusing on parent outreach, website management, as well as fundraising and other projects.