Directors’ Welcome
Danella Escobar
Day School Director
As a K – sixth grade Jewish Day School, the Gordon School serves a variety of families and students who each come to us with a unique set of needs. As a community of passionate learners, we welcome families from across the spectrum of Jewish and secular life. It is extremely rewarding to witness our school community serve as a supportive and inspiring educational institution for families from all over greater Miami. As we pursue excellence while nurturing the whole child, I look forward to continuing to provide a comprehensive educational experience that is grounded in Torah Lishma, a love of learning, and a curriculum inspired by 21st century learning. With innovation at the forefront of our practice, I am eager to watch our school community and your child(ren) blossom. I am also delighted to partner with all of constituents of The Center for Jewish Life at Beth David to ensure our long-term success and make sure our strategic initiatives are executed.
Sara Zamikoff
Director of Early Childhood
Our outstanding team of professionals that make the magic of education would like to welcome all families to our program. We are excited for a wonderful learning journey for both returning and new students.
Whether you are returning or new to our school, your child will have a unique learning experience in an enriching classroom environment with their teachers and friends. An intentional and thoughtful conversation about the upcoming school year will help ease any first day jitters, as well as allow your children to be open to explore their new surroundings with curiosity.
The home-school connection is a critical component that will bring your child’s experience full circle. The Gordon School promotes and values parent education and throughout the school year you will be able to take advantage of several opportunities geared toward exploring the mind and heart of our community.
Our journey begins, and on behalf of the entire team, I thank you for joining the community and look forward to a meaningful, fun, and exciting school year.
Ashline Felix, M.S.PH
Tikvah Center Director
I graduated from the University of Miami with my B.S. in Education and my M.S. in Behavioral Health from the University of Tampa. I joined the Gordon School in 2016 and have been a part of the Tikvah Center staff as a lead teacher teaching grades K-5. I currently hold certification for Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education (K-12), which has allowed me to serve our Gordon School Community over the past several years.
As the Tikvah Center Director, along with our outstanding and dedicated teachers, I will work each day to provide an enriching learning environment that focuses on independence and goal-oriented instruction to help our students achieve their maximum potential within inclusive environments.
At the Tikvah Center, we specialize in individualized curriculum with consideration for all children and an understanding for each child’s needs. The development of our goals for each child will celebrate their strengths, while continually encouraging growth and establishing a solid academic foundation. We look forward to accomplishing this through collaboration with all staff and families.