Staff Directory

2nd Grade

Ishanae Porter

Job Title:2nd Grade Dual Language Immersion Teacher - English

Email: [email protected]

Bio: Ms. Porter has been teaching for 8 years, 6 in Trenton Public Schools. She has two boys whom I adore very much. Her favorite subject is reading, she enjoys watching students as they become fluent readers. During her down time she likes to craft and cook. 

Luz Castillo

Job Title: 2nd Grade Dual Language Immersion Teacher - Spanish

Email:[email protected]

Bio: Mrs.Castillo is a second grade Dual Language Spanish Teacher. She has been working about 23 years as a Bilingual Spanish Teacher. She certified in Elementary Education, Bilingual Education, and English as a Second Language. She is a mother of 3 adult children and 8 grandchildren; She loves dancing and cooking; Mrs.Castillo likes to try different recipes.

Kindergarten 

Ana Smith

Job Title: Kindergarten Dual Language Immersion Teacher - Spanish

Email: [email protected]

Bio: A Kindergarten Dual Language Immersion Teacher at Mott Elementary School in the Trenton Public School System, she is an advocate for academic excellence and equitable education. She has been in this district since 2015. Mrs. Smith holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University and an Associate of Arts from Burlington County College. She also completed graduate coursework in Education at Fairleigh Dickinson University with a 4.0 GPA.

Stephanie Betz

Job Title: Kindergarten General Education Teacher

Email: [email protected]

Bio: Mrs. Betz has been teaching in early childhood education for 24 years. She graduated from Rider University with a Bachelor degree in  Elementary Education and Psychology. Teaching has always been a passion of hers. Mrs. Betz seeing the students learn and grow to their full potential.

 

 

Specialists

Joshua Demino

Job Title: Physical Education/Gym Teacher

Email: [email protected]

Bio: This is Mr.Demino's first year teaching physical education as well as in the district. He graduated from Stockton University in May of 2024. Mr.Demino has a background in tennis and has been coaching the sport for over 6 years. 

ESL 

Kareen Supre

Job Title:ESL Teacher - 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Email: [email protected]

Bio: Ms. Kareen Supre has been working in the Trenton School District for 4 years. This would be her first year working as an ESL teacher. She has earned her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Eastern University. Ms. KSupre is dedicated to supporting multilingual learners as they grow in confidence, language proficiency, and academic skills. She strives to create an environment where all learners feel seen, safe, and empowered.

Nurse

Karen Minott

Job Title: School Nurse

Email: [email protected]

Bio: Karen Minott is a dynamic, outgoing, and dedicated School Nurse within the Trenton School District System. Karen has been a School Nurse since 2009 and loves serving her school community. She has been a Nursing Instructor at Mercer County Technical and is also a Certified First Responder and a former Instructor at the FEMA Disaster Center, under the Department of Homeland Security. Karen also holds an ABA in Business Management and has held positions as a Bank Manager and Loan Counselor. Karen enjoys cooking and entertaining, dancing, shopping, and traveling

Special Education

Lena Barnes

Job Title: Special Education Teacher - 3rd 

Email:[email protected]

Bio: Mrs. Lena Barnes is a special education teacher. She graduated from Drexel University with a Master of Science in Special Education with a concentration in Autism. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Cape Coast in Ghana. 

 

 

 

Asra Mazhar-Uddin

 

Job Title: Special Education Teacher


Email: amazhar

[email protected]

 

Bio: Mrs. Asra Mazhar-Uddin is a SPED Teacher (Autism). She has worked in this capacity for 12 plus years in Trenton District. Mrs. Uddin is honored to serve your students and she expects to continue collaborating in teaching and social goals for your children all the way. 

 

 

 

Theresa Karngbaye

Job Title:  Paraprofessional – Special Education

 

Email: [email protected]

 

Bio: Theresa Karngbaye is passionate about teaching and learning, with a strong commitment to supporting students in reaching their full potential. She brings creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to the classroom every day, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and encouraged.

Theresa is a proud graduate of Mercer County Community College, where she earned an Applied Associate of Science in Business and Television. She continued her education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, receiving her undergraduate degree in Business with a specialization in Technology. Currently serving as a Paraprofessional in Special Education, Theresa works closely with students to provide individualized support and promote academic and social growth.Outside of school, Theresa is an avid fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, and she loves cheering on her team during football season.