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April Adams

April Adams

Principal

April Adams proudly serves as Principal of Quitman Street School, bringing twenty-six years of experience in education and a deep commitment to student achievement, school leadership, and community engagement.

A proud alumna of a Historically Black College and University, Ms. Adams earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. She also holds a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Saint Peter’s College in New Jersey.

Ms. Adams began her teaching career in Newark, serving students in the Central and West Wards. Throughout her career, she has held several instructional and leadership roles, including substitute teacher, classroom teacher, teacher coach, supervisor and special assistant for the East Central Ward School Leadership Team.

Before joining Quitman Street School as Principal, Ms. Adams served as Vice Principal at Wilson Avenue School. She is honored to lead the Quitman Street School community and remains dedicated to supporting students, families, and staff in achieving excellence.

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Lidia Dos Santos

Vice Principal

 Ms. Lidia Dos Santos serves as Vice Principal at Quitman Street School, bringing over 15 years of educational experience as a classroom teacher, academic interventionist, and operations manager. A proud alumna of Newark Public Schools, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Education from Rutgers University and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Montclair State University.
She began her career with a family literacy non-profit, which led to a role as an adjunct professor at Rutgers University. In 2007, she became an elementary ELA teacher at Maple Avenue School within Newark Public Schools. She later served as an Academic Interventionist at Newark Early College High School and a School Operations Manager at West Side High School. As vice principal, she has worked across all ages, recently focusing on Early Childhood Education to ensure vulnerable students develop foundational skills through discovery and exploration.
Ms. Dos Santos strives to build compassionate school communities that meet student needs. She believes collaborative school-family partnerships support individual growth and unlock the innate potential of every student.

 

 

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Shevon Armstrong

Vice Principal

Ms. Shevon Armstrong proudly serves as Vice Principal of Quitman Street School, bringing over twenty years of experience in education and a deep commitment to student advocacy, differentiated instruction, and collaborative leadership. A proud alumna of a Historically Black College and University, Ms. Armstrong earned dual degrees in Elementary and Special Education from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania. She also holds a Master of Science in Special Education and a Master of Arts in Educational Administration.

Ms. Armstrong began her educational career in Newark with a commitment to ensuring that all students, regardless of background or ability, have the opportunity to succeed. Throughout her career, she has served students in grades PreK–8 in a variety of instructional and leadership roles, including classroom teacher, crisis teacher, academic interventionist, school climate lead, and teacher coach and mentor. As Vice Principal, she has provided leadership for grades 6–8, special education, and student support services, while advancing math, science, and performing arts initiatives that empower students to discover their unique talents and reach their full potential.

She is honored to serve the Quitman Street School community. She remains committed to partnering with students, families, and staff to foster academic excellence, personal growth, and success for every learner.

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TaVongala Bibbins

Vice Principal

TaVongala Bibbins has over 25 years of progressive expertise in school administration, special education, child welfare, and mental health services. She is dedicated to a holistic model that encompasses valuing individuals, fostering an inclusive school culture, engaging in the community, and supporting academic excellence.
Ms. Bibbins earned an undergraduate degree in Public Administration and a master's degree in social work from Rutgers University. She also attended Kean University’s Post Graduate program, where she earned Educational Leadership certifications, including School Principal, School Business Administrator, Supervisor, and School Social Worker. As a multidisciplinary school leader, Ms. Bibbins is passionate about integrated academic approaches that promote resilience.