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About Veritas Prep

Our History

Founded in 2012 by a certified principal and English teacher, Veritas Prep was born from a vision to overcome the chronic challenges facing Springfield’s middle schools. Under her leadership, the school quickly became a beacon of educational excellence, addressing urgent student needs with a robust commitment to equity and innovation. Through meticulously developed programs that challenge and elevate, Veritas Prep fosters positive change across our community, enhancing student growth and transforming lives.

The Veritas Campus

What’s in a Name?

Veritas, a Latin word meaning ‘truth,’ symbolizes the core of our educational philosophy at Veritas Prep. We are dedicated to teaching truths that empower students, ensuring that integrity and authenticity shape every learning experience.

Mission

Our mission is to prepare scholars in grades 5-12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond.

Vision

We envision an education landscape that is equitable where every student in Springfield, Massachusetts, is equipped to obtain a college degree and make informed choices after high school.

Values

Students First
We make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way.

Grow Together
We are role models of growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration.

One Team, One Mission
We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of the same mission.

We believe in nurturing a love of learning from the start. With the right support, students can achieve more than they ever imagined.

Our Leadership

Our leadership team, drawn from a diverse range of educational and professional backgrounds, is deeply committed to fostering an environment where both students and staff can thrive.

Middle School Leadership Team

Charmayne Wright

Assistant Principal

TJ Hebert

Principal

High School Leadership Team

Shirley Amunya

Assistant Principal

Kori Alston

Principal

Our Board

Our board members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, guiding Veritas Prep with strategic oversight and a shared vision for the future of education. For inquiries or to contact the Board of Trustees, please email the Board Chair, Ann Errichetti, at [email protected].

Andrea Hickson-Martin

Member

Aaron Mendelson

Member

AnnMarie Martínez

Treasurer

Rebecca Sela

Member

Terry Maxey

Member

Robert Martin

Secretary

Matthew Landon

Vice Chair

David Fuller

Member

Michael Freeman

Member

Denise Ford

Member

Ann Errichetti

Board Chair

Lisa Doherty

Member

Xiomara DeLobato

Member

Please visit our public dashboard for a list of all upcoming Board and committee meetings and agendas.

Secure Your Child's Spot

With limited spaces available, the best opportunity to join our community is when entering 5th grade—where the journey toward career success begins. Don't miss out on securing a spot for your child in our exceptional learning community, where we lay the foundation for college and career. Is your child ready to thrive in our community?