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The All American High School Film Festival is the premier destination for talented high school filmmakers and media arts enthusiasts from around the world. Our Mission is to provide immersive education with a profound impact, connecting the filmmakers of the future with the rewards, respect and recognition they deserve.

Co-Founder and Executive Director of the world's largest high school film festival as well as its related initiatives: Crave Student Arts (501c3 Non-Profit),The Teen Indie Awards, Film Invitational Competition, Video Production Resource Community, AAHSFF University, Photog Fest, The Traveling Roadshow, Movie in a Backpack and more. Established and organized an international community for the next generation of talented filmmakers allowing them an unparalleled opportunity to transform their world through digital media and content creation. Additional responsibilities include: Comprehensive event production of the entire festival experience in New York City, development of a robust, immersive video production/storytelling curriculum (for students and teachers), development and execution of our online courses, management of the AAHSFF team, organizational concept and design, sponsorship acquisition and partner management and outreach and design of scholarship/prizing opportunities.

The National Council of Teachers of English publication presents linguistic grammar as exciting and accessible. The text approaches the English language through modern eyes, taking advantage of students’ natural exuberance about language and offers journalized guides for educators to utilize in their classrooms. https://secure.ncte.org/store/engaging-grammar

Courses Taught: AP English Literature; AP English Language; 12th Grade English; 11th Grade English; 10th Grade English Honors; 10th Grade English; 9th Grade English Honors Option; Film Study; Digital Editing; Creative WritingCourses Developed: The Reality of Drama; The Art of Public Speaking; Introduction to Poetry; Advanced Poetry; From Literature to FilmIn-Service Instruction: Visual Literacy; Strategies that Work: Real Reading Comprehension; Introduction to Poetry; Advanced Poetry; Beyond Poetry; Film Appreciation and StudyClub Advisory: Film Club; Literary MagazineOther: SAT Instructor (evening program); No Shave November (cancer charity); Grant Writing (Acquired resources for implementation of filmmaking lab); Film Festival

Responsibilities included: Direct leadership of ten English teachers; Coordination with administration; Implementation of common core standards; Special Education instruction and assessment planning; State and local testing coordination, Curriculum and program development; Board and community presentations, Facilitation of Events and field trips.

Courses Taught: 12th Grade English; 11th Grade Honors English; 11th Grade English; 10th Grade English; 10th Grade Inclusion English; 9th Grade English; 7th Grade English; Public SpeakingClub Advisory: Drama Club; Literary MagazineCoaching: Junior Varsity and Modified Volleyball