Ms. Corigliano serves as the Assistant Head of School, as well as the Director of the Middle School. She continues to coach and teach because she feels it is important to maintain a connection to students and faculty by continuing to work in the classroom and on the court.

Ms. Corigliano has a Professional Diploma in Educational Administration and Supervision, a Master of Science in Elementary Education with a concentration in Reading, and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Speech Communication. She takes advantage of professional development opportunities like online courses at Harvard University and is a NAIS Fellow for Aspiring School Heads. She is currently working on her PhD in Educational Leadership.

Educating the “whole child” is the foundation of her educational philosophy. She believes that a top-notch school should offer all of its students a variety of comprehensive programs in Humanities, Math, Sciences, Athletics, Arts, Technology and community-based service opportunities, while fostering intellectual, creative, social and physical development. Ms. Corigliano thinks that it is important to encourage students to participate actively in an educational community and promote ethical leadership, self-reliance, and critical thinking. She believes that a school community should foster the strengths of a diverse citizenry, celebrate cultural differences, individual interests, and personal talents of the student body.

Ms. Rizzo has been at Staten Island Academy since 2002 and serves as the Administrative Assistant to the Middle School and Director of Middle School. She is responsible for assisting the Middle School faculty, students, and generally serving as the "heart and soul" of the Middle School in Kearns Hall. Ms. Rizzo also serves as the Academy Bus and Senior Service Coordinators.

Of her role, Ms. Rizzo says, "What I love most about my job is a no-brainer. Being around the kids. They really make my day! And I feel like I learn so much from them. They just make me laugh. I have wonderful colleagues, as well, who treat me as an equal and part of the whole Middle School Team. I’m so lucky to be exactly where I am."

Ms. Briscoe is the Grade 7 and 8 Dean of Students and is a Middle School English Teacher. She coaches Middle School sports and teaches a writing elective each year.  She's worked in education for more than 20 years, with Middle School, High School, and college students throughout New York City.  Ms. Briscoe is the product of an independent school herself, as she graduated from Brooks School in North Andover, MA.  She holds a bachelor's degree from Princeton University and a master's degree from Teachers College, Columbia University.

Ms. Briscoe feels deeply grateful to work with the Staten Island Academy community, where kids come first, where colleagues are generous with their time and expertise, and where all you need is a sharp pencil, a good book and an open mind to have an extraordinary day.

Mr. Shanley is the Grade 5 and 6 Dean of Students and teaches Math and Science . He coaches Middle School baseball and is the Faculty Tech Adviser to the Fine Arts Department.  A Staten Island Academy graduate, Mr. Shanely has worked in education for 10 years.  He holds a bachelor's and master's degree from the University at Albany. In his free time, Mr. Shanley enjoys birdwatching and the outdoors.