Adam Chagares, Ed.D.

Principal @ Pleasantville MS / Director of Physical Education at Pleasantville UFSD | Cognitive Scientist | Researcher | Speaker

New York City Metropolitan Area

About

As a twenty first century leader, I believe in a philosophy that promotes academic, social and emotional growth for all students. I believe that using evidence based instructional practices coupled with the integration of technology plays an important role in preparing children for future success. I am a highly energetic and positive individual whose sense of humor makes working with easy and efficient.

Experience

  • Pleasantville UFSD (9 yrs)
    • Principal Pleasantville Middle School
      Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    • Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access
      Sep 2021 - Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    • Assistant Principal
      Jul 2017 - Dec 2023 · 6 yrs 6 mos

  • Adjunct Professor at Long Island University
    Jan 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 6 mos

    Educational Leadership Program

  • Dean of Students - Middletown High School at Enlarged City School District of Middletown
    Aug 2013 - Jun 2017 · 3 yrs 11 mos

  • President CEO at Grip-it n' Rip-it Lacrosse
    Aug 2007 - Jun 2017 · 9 yrs 11 mos

    www.gnrlax.com Grip-it n' Rip-it Lacrosse's goal is to provide each player with high quality coaching and increased exposure over the off season. We provide a safe and productive environment that enables athletes to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship to the game of Lacrosse. Our coaches enhance the recruitment of every player, through our network of college coaches.  We are sustained by the efforts of our highly qualified coaches who display an extraordinary amount of commitment and hard work. Ensuring that our teams are a positive influence in the lives of our players.

  • Data Specialist, Physical Education Teacher, & PBIS District Co-Leader at Hawthorne Cedar Knolls School District
    Mar 2007 - Aug 2013 · 6 yrs 6 mos

    • Manage the behavioral data system for Linden Hill, the Senior/Junior High School and Little School. • Analyze behavioral data trends and develop reports for the administration on a weekly basis. • Examine the behavioral data and make informative decisions and changes in the program to best meet the needs of our students. • Brainstorm and work hand and hand with the other staff i.e. PBIS team, behavioral specialists, orientation teacher, and other teachers regarding the different student population. • Explore and summarize academic data. Share findings with teachers to improve and apply towards instruction. • Analyze Vadar and other reporting procedures to better help provide administrators data.