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BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT MARTY MARKOWITZ HOSTS A RECEPTION FOR DEPUTY CHANCELLOR FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING CARMEN FARIÑA

Photographed by Amelia D’Entrone

Borough President Marty Markowitz presents a proclamation to Deputy Chancellor Carmen Fariña, who is shown here with her family. Pictured from left to right are: Marissa Fariña, Borough President Marty Markowitz; Charlie Bertoldo; Carmen Fariña; Tony Fariña; and Mia Fariña.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2004, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz congratulated Carmen Fariña on her appointment as Deputy Chancellor for Teaching and Learning for the New York City Department of Education, at a Borough Hall reception in her honor. Borough President Markowitz also presented Deputy Chancellor Fariña with a proclamation in honor of her longtime commitment to the field of education.

“This is a proud day for all Brooklynites, as one of our own has elevated to the rank of Deputy Chancellor of Teaching and Learning, which is a vital position for the future of New York City students, parents and educators,” said Borough President Markowitz. “We couldn’t have a more intelligent, more devoted woman in that position than Brooklyn’s own Carmen Fariña.”

Carmen Fariña has been a public school educator for more than 30 years. Prior to her appointment as Deputy Chancellor, Mrs. Fariña was the Regional Superintendent in Region 8, which encompasses Community School Districts 13, 14, 15, and 16, and includes 27 high schools. She has also served as a Principal, classroom teacher and as a curriculum coordinator in District 15, where she was the author of a multicultural/interdisciplinary program called “Making Connections,” which was replicated in every district in New York City.

In her new position, Deputy Chancellor Fariña is responsible for the curriculum and instruction for more than 1,200 schools and more than 1 million students.