Emily joined the YPIE Readiness team in January 2020. She currently serves as a College Readiness Manager at Lincoln and Gorton High Schools, and YPIE's Director of Special Programs.

As the daughter of two first-generation parents, the importance of education and service were values instilled in her at an early age. A graduate from Syracuse University, Emily earned her Bachelor's degree in Writing and Rhetoric, with minors in Psychology and Child and Family Studies.

Emily believes that students are life-long learners, and feels most fulfilled when she is able to get students excited about reading and writing.

When she is not with students, Emily enjoys hiking, running, and spending time outside!

elatainer@ypie.org

914-377-4882 x132