10 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine ACADEMIA, EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES learning their names, asking about their lives and building trust within the school environment. Earlier in her career, Dr. Murphy Natoli served as an assistant principal in the New York City Department of Education. Her professional success stems from her extensive educational background, including an EdD in school leadership from St. John’s University, which she earned in 2016. She also holds an MS in reading education from Brooklyn College, an MS in administration and supervision from Touro University, and a BA in history from Fordham University. Beyond academia, Dr. Murphy Natoli coaches a girls’ basketball team and volunteers with an Irish step-dancing program that one of her daughters participates in. She has received citations from members of the U.S. Congress for her efforts to improve student test scores. Looking forward, she aims to delve into instructional coaching to aid teachers and administrators seeking career success. Dr. Mary E. Murphy Natoli is distinguished in the academic community for her commitment to student success and professional growth. Drawing on nearly 40 years of experience, she most recently served as principal in the Elmont Union Free School District, a role she accepted in 2012. Under her leadership, the school was transformed into one of the district’s top- performing institutions, due in part to her efforts to facilitate collaboration between educators and students. Having fostered an environment that encourages open communication, humility and lifelong learning, Dr. Murphy Natoli is widely recognized for her achievements. Among her myriad of accomplishments, Dr. Murphy Natoli was celebrated for launching a student book club focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, through which she addressed topics such as race, special education and families from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The initiative began with only seven members and expanded to include over 35 individuals. Throughout her career, Dr. Murphy Natoli implemented instructional practices tailored to each student's unique needs, championing small-group instruction to both connect with students and alleviate educators' stress. Directly engaging in each student’s academic success has been a cornerstone of her career, and she has derived much pride from DR. MARY E. MURPHY NATOLI PRINCIPAL, COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont Union Free School District Elmont, NY
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