UCAP

We are proud to share that Neida Gilmete, UCAP's school counselor, is the recipient of the 2026 RITELL Changemaker Award!

This is a statewide recognition that celebrates an individual who works with multilingual students and has made a significant, innovative impact on their education and in support of their families. Neida, who speaks four languages, was nominated by team member Ariana Wohl for the consistent educational, personal, and emotional guidance she provides at UCAP, where she collaborates closely with our clinical social workers, the administrative team, and the teaching faculty. She co-leads an 8th grade advisory, co-teaches SEL lessons, and is also a leader on the Equity Committee.

Neida's lived experiences and linguistic/cultural competencies are invaluable to our immigrant students and caregivers, whether she is guiding through a social conflict, advocating for special services, or advising on options for next schools. Her outreach efforts for navigating the high school enrollment/application process include personalized attention for every family. Neida is a RITELL Changemaker!

Congratulations to UCAP's current Gold, Silver and Bronze Club students for performing above and beyond in the areas of academics, attendance and behavior. Keep up the great work!

GOLD CLUB:
Johann A.M, Damola A, Briany B.M, Gustavo B.S, Roselly D, Tete D, Sebastian E.D, Iliany G, Maria G.Q, Jayani G, Raphael J, D’Angelo L, Arielis M, Naomy O, Christian S, Jayden S, David V, Deisy V.L.

SILVER CLUB:
Liliana B, Gianny D, Kasimira F, Michael J, Maria M, Zakai M, Aleisha M.M, Lyric P, Jeancarlo S.C.

BRONZE CLUB:
Julian E, Adrian L, Noah R.