Dawn serves as SUNY Poly’s inaugural ACE Program Director, assuming her role in April 2024. Dawn has extensive experience mentoring and coaching new teachers and students in various capacities. She’s most proud of helping her own students navigate college and feels strongly that her experience will lend itself to providing comprehensive support to SUNY Poly students. She is excited to connect with students and their families to be helpful and reassuring, especially during times of uncertainty and change. 

Prior to joining us at SUNY Poly, Dawn was the Operations Manager for Utica Academy of Science (1 year) and Math Intervention Coordinator (2 years), and a Teacher & STEAM Coordinator at St. Nicholas-St. Mary’s School in Wilkes-Barre, PA (11 years). When not at work, you can find Dawn traveling, reading, walking or walking with her dog, curling, kayaking, or golfing – all of which she does alongside her family. 

Originally from Northern Pennsylvania, Dawn’s found a new home in the Mohawk Valley. Dawn holds a BS in Administration of Justice from Penn State University and a MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a Concentration in STEM from King’s College. While at King’s College, she also earned her teaching certification.