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NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

Carmen Fariña

Educator and Former New York City Schools Chancellor

BS, 1965 · New York, NY

About Carmen

Carmen Fariña, Steinhardt 1965, is an educator and former New York City Schools Chancellor who spent her career in classrooms, schools and district leadership. She began as a teacher and became a principal, superintendent and citywide education leader. Fariña's work centered on instruction, professional trust and the daily realities of public schools. Her profile should highlight education as public service and the influence of leaders who stay close to teachers and students.

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