Maryanne Ceriello is a teacher deeply embedded into the fabric of Sargent life and has committed 22 years to teaching physical education to Beacon students. Now just 3 years shy of retirement, Mrs. Ceriello is being involuntarily transferred to JVF weeks before the beginning of the school year. This devastating move has blindsided both staff and Sargent families.

Mrs. Ceriello is dearly loved by Sargent students and parents and transferring her right before the start of the school year will be harmful to the school climate. Mrs. Ceriello creates a wonderful, welcoming environment for Sargent students and her presence at the school is important for our children. Her complete dedication to the kids and her enthusiasm and love for teaching at Sargent is undeniable.

We've seen numerous transfers in recent years at Sargent that have included administration, teachers, and support staff. We owe it to our kids to create stability at their school and allowing Mrs. Ceriello to finish out her career at Sargent is extremely important to the undersigned parents, collegues, and students- past and present: