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Our Staff

Vivian Jimenez

Vivian is the proud mother of three exceptional adults and grandmother of four young children. She and her daugher, Leslie, founded the school over 14 years ago.  And with dedication and her love for educating young minds, she has branched out and opened three additional schools.  Although her main office is at the 49 Street location, you can always find her involved in some project or another at any one of their locations.

Leslie Picallo

Leslie is a fiercely loving mother of two beautiful children.  She started the school with her mother over 14 years ago and has dedicated herself to forming a remarkable school for her twins and for the community. Together with her mother, they make sure the schools are run with the highest of standards in education and discipline, yet in a family oriented and loving environment.  Although her main office is at the 29 Street location, like her mother, you can always find her involved in any of their many projects in any other location.

Charlotte Hubbard

Charlotte is our fun loving, energetic and passionate young lady with a strong love for children and education. She has a natural affinity for teaching and caring for these young minds and it shows in how they try to emmulate her. Her student's love her and it shows in how their eyes light up at the sight of her.  She has been with PLA for just over 5 years and is currently our 49th Street Director.   

Jeanette de la Rosa

Jeanette is the very dedicated and hardworking mother of one beautiful student at our school.  She is also our 29th Street Director.  She's exceedingly responsible and takes her duties seriously.  Jeanette also organizes our cheer and dance teams in addition to her multiple responsibilites.

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