WELCOME
PEL PREP is a private ministerial association that does not function in the public domain and does not serve the general public. Business is only conducted with members of the PMA who must sign and abide by a contract between the members and the trustees of the organization.
We are a group of families seeking Christian homeschool community which includes, academic support, socialization, spiritual guidance and holistic care. We meet three days a week at Compass Church in the beautiful town of East Northport. Our association is blessed to support parents with a complete curriculum plan and the expertise of local educational mentors.
MISSION
PEL Prep combines four distinctive elements:
Gospel-centered worldview
Classical curriculum
Collaborative Learning
Cultivation of joyful discovery
Each student is important to us at PEL Prep, and we see the part we play in their education as a true privilege. Read on to find out more about the benefits of our courses, or contact us to learn more.
PEL PREP will equip students to become discerning scholars, faithful leaders, compassionate servants, and instruments of light to the Long Island area and beyond.
PEL PREP seeks to partner with parents to prepare students for a lifelong pursuit of learning through classical methodology and joyful discovery; developing depth of character, wisdom, and a desire to engage their world for the glory of God.
VISION
To inspire each member of our community to live a life empowered by the gospel.
For the word of the Lord is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 1 Corinthians 1:18
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable,
if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8
OUR VISION FOR STUDENTS
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Desire to grow in knowledge, wisdom, and understanding
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Develop a God-centered, Biblical worldview
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Display Christ-honoring character and humility
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Demonstrate respect and honor for their elders and fellow classmates
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Learn to communicate persuasively and eloquently
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Cultivate creativity
OUR VISION FOR PARENTS
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Assume the responsibilities of the primary educator of their children in each course of study
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Live out their role as the most influential spiritual advisor for their children
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Encourage one another in training children to glorify God
OUR VISION FOR EDUCATIONAL MENTORS
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Display a love for God, a love for children, and a love of learning
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Demonstrate a passion for classical education and excellence in all they do
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Assist parents in their role as spiritual and academic teachers to their children
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Cultivate effective communication skills to motivate and inspire students toward learning
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Demonstrate Christ-honoring character and humility
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Serve as a positive role model for students, parents, and the community
OUR TEAM
Cassandra Mulligan
Founder, wife, mother of five, homeschool mom, BA in business from New York University Stern School of Business, passionate about sharing the way, the truth and the life with our students and their families
Rachel Mulligan
Associate director, upper grammar mentor, pursuing BS from Liberty University in Business, homeschooled through high school, passionate about Jesus, and educating children truthfully and beautifully
Kristen Fennelly
Lower grammar primary mentor, wife, mother of three, studied children's ministry at Central Bible College, Former youth and children's pastor with her husband, current ministry director at Compass Church, lover of Jesus and His people
Erica DiBartolo
Lower grammar secondary mentor, graduate of Liberty University with B.S. in elementary/special education, teacher licensure in NY State, passionate about teaching and learning in truth and love
Jennifer Tuosto
Lower grammar primary mentor, mother of four, homeschool mom, dual MA in special/elementary education from Hofstra University, BA in business education from Frank G. Zarb school of business, children's ministry teacher at Compass Church.
Anita Voss
Dialectic mentor, mother of 2, Homeschool mom
Julia Sorrentino
Middle grammar mentor, pursuing BS in psychology from Stonybrook University, board member and Sunday school administrator at Compass Church
Judith Iannone
Rhetoric mentor, wife, mother of three, homeschool mom, BS in Microbiology from SUNY Plattsburgh, bible study leader at Gospel Community Church in Sayville
Josiah Fennelly
Assistant mentor. Youth Group and Young Adult Ministry leader at Compass Church. Currently a Senior at North Central University, pursuing a BS in Church Leadership.
Donna Floridia
Art mentor. Homeschooled all 5 children. Was apprentice to renowned sculptor Joseph Mack at Huntington Fine Arts Workshop (Academy). Set designer, dance teacher. “I am living my dream to share my love for theater and art with PEL Prep students.”
Chloe Mulligan
Dialectic and art mentor, professional graphic designer, homeschooled through high school, musician with the Compass worship team
Kirsten Seeberger
Music mentor, BA in music education from Lee University, homeschooled through 9th grade, worship team coordinator and young adult ministry leader at Church on the Sound in Stonybrook
Danielle Kerr
Middle grammar mentor, pursuing a degree in early childhood education, homeschooled through high school, vocalist with the Gospel Community Church worship team
Noelle Kerr
Assistant, homeschooled through high school, She has been teaching and choreographing dance for 4 years. Choreographer for GYTC. She absolutely loves what she does.
