Wife of over 30 years to David, homeschool mom of 5 amazing kids, NYU Stern grad. Passionate about supporting homeschooling families.
Founder and Upper Grammar Mentor
Rachel Mulligan
Pursuing BS from Liberty University, homeschooled through high school, passionate about Jesus, and educating children truthfully and beautifully
Dialectic Mentor
Chloe Glut
Lover of Jesus, wife to Tyler, professional graphic designer, homeschooled through high school, Presidential Scholarship awarded from NYIT, worship team vocalist and keyboardist
Middle Grammar Mentor
Danielle Nolan
Homeschooled through high school, on staff at PEL since 2020 and honored to be mentoring these precious children.
Lower Grammar Secondary Mentor
Erica Little
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
Lower Grammar Primary Mentor
Jennifer Tuosto
Mother of four, dual MA in special/elementary education from Hofstra University, BA in business education from Frank G. Zarb school of business.
Middle Grammar Mentor
Julia Sorrentino
Mentor at PEL since 2021, Sunday school administrator at Compass Church and passionate about classical education and helping to form little minds towards beauty and truth.
Rhetoric Mentor
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
Upper Grammar Ment
Heather Cortes
Wife and mother of three children. 29 years school teaching experience and 9 years homeschooling my own son. Children’s Ministry Teacher, Leader and Trainer.
Rhetoric Mentor
Damaris Pellegrino
Wife, homeschool mother of 3, Sunday school teacher, Former teen Bible Quiz coach, Former one-on-one mentor and office manager for Long Island Youth Mentoring.
Rhetoric Mathematics Mentor
Richard Pollard
Has worked with all ages for over 20 years. Keeps in mind that every student is unique, with a distinct set of interests, skills, and circumstances. Works to help each move towards their potential.
Spanish Mentor
Maria Belardo
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Fine Art Mentor
Donna Floridia
Homeschooled 5 children. Apprentice to sculptor Joseph Mack at Huntington Fine Arts. Set designer, dance teacher. “I am living my dream to share my love for art at PEL Prep.”
Fine Art Mentor
Mary Troiano
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Music Mentor
Kirsten George
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
Assistant Mentor
Nicole LoMonaco
Dedicated to creating a supportive and encouraging environment. Joyfully discipling students into faithful servants of the Lord while making academics fun.
Assistant Mentor
Traci Romagnesi
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Assistant Mentor
Milena Henninger
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Assistant Mentor
Kim Grosso
Wife, homeschool mom of 2 and blessed to be serving in the PEL Prep community.
Literacy Specialist
Karen Beaumont
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Assistant Mentor
Sky Rucci
Student at PEL prep for 6 years. Graduating high school June 2027
Assistant Mentor
Mikaela Boyd
Graduating high school June 2026.
Security
Chris Valand
Retired Sergeant at NYPD of 21 years, US Marine and father of 2 amazing boys. Love sports and enjoy the outdoors.
Security and Social Media
Peter Krauss
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