Administration and Staff

Hillel is proud to have a highly motivated, highly specialized staff, dedicated to enriching the lives of our students by sharing their expertise and experiences. Our selective hiring process ensures that our students are taught by highly qualified professionals who are deeply committed to meeting the needs of each individual child. Our teachers also participate in continuous professional development to bring new and exciting ideas into the classroom.

Donna Palmer-Dodds  

Head of Schools - Hillel Academy and Yitzhak Rabin High School

Donna Palmer-Dodds has had the privilege of devoting her entire professional career to the field of education. Throughout the years, she has worked in public, private and international settings and taught both middle and high school in subjects as diverse as English, Science, Math, Life Skills and Physical Education. She also has extensive experience working with students who learn differently. She is guided by the belief that all students have gifts and that a school can meet the needs of all its learners. Ms. Palmer-Dodds is a natural consensus and community-builder who enjoys working in collaboration to ensure every child has access to the best resources.

Wendy Waxman, Principal, General Studies and French Studies

Wendy Waxman has worked in education for the past 35 years. She has taught elementary and high school students both in private and public schools, and worked for many years teaching special needs students. She also has more than 16 years experience as an administrator. She enjoys working with students, staff and parents, and works hard to bring out the best in each child. Her love for the profession is evident in the enthusiasm and dedication she brings with her to school each and every day.

Dr. Uri Korin, Judaic Studies (transitionally)

Dr. Uri Korin is the CEO of Korin Consulting for Jewish Education, Inc. He was educated in Israel and the United States. He holds a Ph.D. in Educational Administration and Curriculum. Dr. Korin has taught elementary and high school. He was the Director of the Bureau of Jewish Education and was the Principal of Bialik Hebrew Day school for 15 years.  

Other Faculty Members

• Registrar - Ellie Kamil
• Administration - Eslyn Meertens
• Finance - Pearl Beausoleil
• Communications Director - Nicola Hamer
  
• President, Board of Directors - Lisa Miller, Sabina Wausserlauf
• PTA Committee - Marie Levine and Jennifer Glassman
• Board Secretary - Nicole Rosenberg