Grew up in England, Scotland, the Bahamas and spent 10 years in Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia.) Came to the United States in 1982. Briefly lived in Connecticut then moved to Southern California - Santa Monica and Westlake Village where I resided for 12 years.

Graduated from Lynn University with a Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude in 2001 and a Master's Degree in Education in 2006. Have been at Toussaint L'Ouverture High School for Arts and Social Justice prior to the school opening since February 2001.

I have worked at TLHS for the past eight years, teaching Health and Physical Education and also serving as a Community Outreach Coordinator. I have an undergraduate degree in Education and a Masters Degree in Social Work. Prior to coming to TLHS, I had a career in non-profit management, and was the Executive Director of the Jewish Community Center of Palo Alto, California for twenty years. I am married with two sons and now have five grandchildren. My hobbies and interests include reading, movies and the theatre, and participating in fitness, sports and travel. Most recently, I traveled to China and one day would like to visit Haiti.

Mr. Fenel Conserve

Subject Area: Mathematics & Leadership

My philosophy is that "Everyone is a student, including the teacher". I strongly believe that every student has the ability to learn and become better. Therefore my main objective is to teach students to work and help each other, and be able to achieve their own goals.

Dr. Gerard A. Ferere

Subject Area: Foreign Language- Haitian Creole

Dr. Gerard Alphonse Ferere, Professor Emeritus, Saint Joseph's University, the Jesuit University of Philadelphia, is a native of Haiti. Since 1963, Dr. Ferere has lived in the United States where he furthered his education up to the doctorate in Structural Linguistics and Sociolinguistics from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ferere has written several papers about the history, culture, religion, economy and politics of Haiti. And somewhere within his busy schedule finds time to teach Creole at the school.

Dominic Ferrauilo

Subject Area: History

"Education is not a preparation for life; education is life itself.”- John Dewey

Mr. Ferrauilo was born and raised in Rochester, New York. Mr. "F" started his education at Monroe Community College. Upon moving to Florida in 2002 Mr. Ferrauilo achieved an Associate’s degree in Applied Science and Business Administration & Management at Palm Beach Community College. Mr. Ferrauilo furthered his education at Florida Atlantic University and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Social Science with a minor in Sociology. Mr. Ferrauilo’s future plans include continuing his education and achieving a Masters degree in Educational Administration.

“My profession allows me to educate the students of T.L.H.S in the subject of World History. In addition, I deeply value mentoring our students in life and preparing them for successes in their future.“

Mr. Gene Martel

Subject Area: American History, American Government, and Economics

Mr. Martel holds a bachelor degree in History from Florida Atlantic University and has completed approximately 36 graduate credits toward a master's degree in American History from the same institution and has completed 2 ESOL Endorsement courses from Lynn University under the Consent Decree, and has been teaching at TLHS for several years with excellent administrative reviews.

Mr. Jean-Michel Millien

Subject Area: Science & Health Education

"Learn a new language, Get a new soul" is a motto I really appreciate. When you learn, you empower yourself to change your attitude and provides you with new options. I enjoy Sports, Science and the Arts, and for many years. It has been my privilege to play, coach and teach, and teaching continues to be the greatest honor.

Ms. Dana Morgenstern

Subject Area: ESOL English

Born in Manhasset NY moved to Florida at age five, Dana holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Florida International University. Her writing career has included published poems, and music reviews for a South Florida magazine. Dana teaches Creative Writing at TLHS.

Mr. n'Detenga n'Gurumo

Subject Area: Computer Applications

Native Floridian n'Detenga n'Gurumo comes from an educational-upbringing of both parents being teachers, and his educational background is in Fine Art (Painting), Chemistry and Physics. He has taught overseas in Tanzania. n'Detenga also has a Masters degree in Chemistry from FAU, and has taught from Jr. High School-level through to Universities in Palm Beach and Broward counties. His hobbies are astronomy, digital photography, desktop publishing, jazz and classical music, and fine arts painting.

Ms. Jana Newton

Subject Area: English thru ESOL

Ms. Newton lived in New Mexico with family before moving to Florida in 1981, where she began teaching Art at TLHS in September 2001. Since then, her students have participated and won numerous top Art Awards in various art competitions throughout the state. Currently her classes focus on English language learning via art projects and the "New Century Education" computer software, which increases students' English acquisition at tremendous rates.

"My job is to tailor English reading, speaking and writing classes to meet individual student's needs. I love coming to work every day. Watching my students succeed is a tremendously rewarding experience."

Ms. Lauren Elizabeth Keller

Position: Office Manager

Native Floridian Born and Raised, Graduated in 2001 from Lake Worth Community High School (LWCHS) where she was a Cadet in the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps for four years, swam in the Varsity Swim Team, served on the Yearbook Staff as Book Keeper and Editor, was part of the Advanced Choir for four years, and served over 1,000 community service hours during her high school career. She has also worked for the School District of Palm Beach County in the department of Choice Schools (Equity Opportunity) as a Secretary II Confidential from 1999-2002. After living in New York and Chicago for a year, Lauren moved back to Florida in 2003, and came upon the opportunity to work for the Center for Education, Training, and Holistic Approaches, Inc., d/b/a Toussaint L'Ouverture High School for Arts & Social Justice (TLHS), as Office Manager.

Ms. Keller is multi-talented and serves as an Office Manager at TLHS she is also the Administrator on behalf of CETHA, Inc. for the National Association for Poetry Therapy, and has managed the organization of poets, therapists, and educators from all over the world since December 2007. In her spare time she is the manager for a "rock" band and is pursuing becoming a business owner.

Ms. Marianne Pieris

Position: Receptionist

I live in Boynton Beach with my husband of 42 years. We have 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. We love to travel & spend time with our family. I have been with TLHS for almost 6 years on a part time basis and look forward to more happy years with this very special school.