Tour our Classrooms!
4's Classroom tour with Mrs. Cipriano
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46avwVH8BEA&t=22s
3's Classroom tour with Mrs. I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRSJ-FlG1dQ
Meet Our Staff
Director: Rachel Strong
A lifelong resident of East Hanover and alumni of East Hanover Coop, Rachel is a wonderful addition to the Coop Family. Rachel holds a bachelor's degree in business administration with a concentration in human resources. Rachel is happy to join the team and is already working hard to continue to bring amazing content to this school.
Jennifer Cipriano
Jennifer Cipriano, also known as Mrs. Cipriano, is the head teacher in the Pre-K 4's class. She has a Master of Arts in Teaching from Montclair State University, as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Seton Hall University. She joined the Co-Op in May 2013 as an assistant teacher in the Young 3's classroom, and became the teacher for the Young 3's in Fall 2015. She previously taught third grade, has many years of volunteer experience with children with disabilities and was co-leader of a Girl Scout troop for 10 years. Mrs. Cipriano's strong belief in children learning through play is evident in the 4's class. They are given the opportunity to play, sing, and develop both fine and gross motor skills through multisensory activities. Her warm and inviting classroom is designed for preparing her students for Kindergarten. They will continue to develop independence and proper social skills while learning and playing in a stimulating environment.
Francine Lupo
Mrs. Lupo is the head teacher in the 3's class and is part of our summer camp program. She is a resident of East Hanover for over 23 years. She has three children that started their education at the Co-Op. She has been with the Co-Op since 2007. Over the years she has assisted with young 3's, 3's, 4's and summer camp. She is trained in early childhood development and is CPR and first aid certified. She believes that making the children feel loved, special and safe is the foundation for their education.
Angela Ciccolini
Angela Ciccolini, known as Mrs. Ciccolini, has worked at the Co-Op for the past few years as the young 3’s assistant, 4’s class assistant and summer camp program. This year she is an assistant in the 4's class. She has an Associate Degree from Berkeley College of Business. She has been devoted to raising her two boys as they grow into young gentleman. She also incorporated her volunteer time as a Class Mom, which she found rewarding and truly enjoyable. Mrs. Ciccolini is greatly looking forward to another year working with all of the children.
Genie Figliuolo
Genie, also known as Mrs. Figliuolo has been part of the Co-op in various ways for many years now. Her three children have attended the co-op over the years and she has served on various postions of the board during this time. She has now joined part of the teaching staff and has been a wonderful addition. She works so well with each of the children in the 3's class. She provides them with assistance and a happy smile each day. We are very happy to have Genie join the school and continue to bring positive energy each day.
Lisa Martino
Lisa Martino, known as Mrs. Martino, has been a with the Co-Op for a couple years now. She is currently working as an assistant in our 3's class. Mrs. Martino is a wonderful addition to the 3's class she is patient and kind and an overall wonderful person. She cares deeply about each and every student and works with them to help them gain the confidence to do things on there own.
Ida Marcantonio
Mrs. Marcantonio has been with us for a couple years now and the kids just love her. She is currently assisting in the 4's classroom, but is always ready to lend a hand in anyway she can to help the school. Her son also attended the Co-op. She has always enjoyed working with children and is excited to continue to be part of the team.
In Loving Memory of Mrs. I.
Dariene Inacio
Dariene Inacio, known as Mrs. I., was our teacher of the 3-year-old class. Her classroom was a fun, exciting and wonderful place where the kids continued to learn the social and academic skills that were introduced to them in the young 3’s program. Her values were based on making every child feel safe and comfortable in the classroom. Mrs. I’s basic philosophy was for every child to enjoy coming to school and to adjust to a school setting and environment. She enjoyed teaching the children through painting, coloring and multiple other hands on projects but her main focus was for the children to learn through play.
Mrs. I will always be the heart of our school. We miss her dearly, but know she is always there watching over us.