Building Leadership

Dear Waverly Families,

Welcome to a new and exciting school year at Waverly! As the principal of our district’s

K-1 community school, it is my absolute pleasure to extend a warm welcome to both new and returning families. We are thrilled to have your child join us on this educational journey, where every day is an opportunity for exploration, growth, and discovery. 

Waverly School is committed to providing a nurturing and joyful environment where our youngest eagles can thrive. Our dedicated teachers and staff are passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging space where all children feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential.

In our K-1 program, we focus on fostering a love of learning, building foundational skills in literacy and mathematics, and encouraging creativity through hands-on activities. We believe that early childhood education is crucial in laying the groundwork for future academic success, and we are dedicated to partnering with you to ensure your child’s development is supported every step of the way.

We understand the importance of strong communication between home and school, and we encourage you to stay connected with us throughout the year. Whether attending parent-teacher conferences, participating in school events, or simply reaching out with any questions or concerns, we are here to support you and your child.

Thank you for entrusting us with the privilege of educating your child. We look forward to a year filled with joy, growth, and memorable experiences. 

Warm regards, 

Caitlin Mondelli
Principal

Dear Waverly,

It is a true joy to introduce myself as I join this wonderful school community! I am so excited to begin this new chapter and look forward to getting to know our kindergarten and first-grade students, partnering with families, and working alongside our dedicated faculty and staff.

Throughout my career, I have developed a deep appreciation for the importance of creating nurturing, inclusive, and joyful learning environments where every child feels seen, valued, and supported. I believe that the early elementary years are such an important foundation for a child’s academic, social, and emotional growth, and I am excited to be part of that journey with our youngest learners.

Collaboration is at the heart of my approach. I believe that when families, teachers, and school leaders work together, communicate openly, and share a common commitment to our children, we create the strongest possible community for learning and growth. I look forward to listening, learning, building relationships, and working together to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

I am truly excited to be joining this community and to have the opportunity to support our students, families, and staff. I look forward to working with Principal Mondelli and the rest of the Eastchester Leadership Team to continue to inspire a love of learning, connection, growth, and plenty of reasons to celebrate our children!

With warmest wishes,

Alise Olivo