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Senior Leadership

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  • Dr. Michelle Bernat

    Head of School
    Dr. Michelle Bernat graduated from the University of Arizona, where she received a degree in Philosophy and Jewish Studies.
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  • Lauren Kreisberger

    Director of Admissions and Outreach
    Lauren Kreisberger was born and raised on Long Island, NY. With 21 years of teaching experience, she previously taught at Bellerose PS 133 in New York City before relocating to Arizona in 2005.
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  • Jessica Mannon

    Director of Advancement
    Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jessica brings 13 years of experience in Development to Pardes as the Director of Advancement.
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  • Tom Radz

    Director of Communications and Marketing
    Tom Radz, originally from the Chicagoland area, earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Western Illinois University.
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  • Sarah Jones

    Director of Human Resources
    Sarah Jones brings over a decade of HR and management experience to her role. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Sarah recently relocated to Arizona after 8 years in education and 10+ years in HR.
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  • Neil Frieser

    Director of Finance
    Neil Frieser has broad experience as a chief audit executive, chief financial officer and Big Four audit and
    transaction support manager. He holds a bachelor's and master's degree in finance from the the University of Florida and Florida International University, respectively. 

Administration

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  • Brittany Donnelly

    Assistant Principal
    Brittany Donnelly was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio. With 11 years of teaching experience and 3 years in administration, she recently joined Pardes as the Assistant Principal.
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  • Jennifer Castle

    K-8 Counselor & Teacher
    Jennifer Castle was born and raised in Findlay, Ohio. She has lived in Arizona for 17 years, having moved from New Orleans.
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  • Pamela Pointer

    Director of Athletics
    Coach Pointer served as the Co-Director of Athletics in 2024-25 and will assume the role of sole Director of Athletics for the 2025-26 School Year.
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  • Melinda Berko

    Coordinator of Student Support

Contact

Fax: 480-991-9405

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