Chris was born and raised in the city of New Orleans and has come to The NET with a passion for social justice. Chris finished their bachelor's degree from Loyola University New Orleans in music therapy and received their master's in clinical mental health counseling from University of Holy Cross. Chris has worked closely with the student population of New Orleans for a number of years and is also an artist and poet outside of their duties as a counselor.  Chris enjoys providing a safe space for students to express themselves and grow.

Ms. Shannon has over fifteen years of experience as an early childhood teacher and trainer.  She holds a bachelor's degree in child development and a NAC credential for mastering childcare administration.  She has been a therapeutic teacher for the last five years to help resolve social and emotional issues in young children.  Outside of her profession, Shannon is a certified event planner who enjoys cooking for her family as well as staging rooms with a classic/chic style.  Ms. Shannon enjoys providing an inspiring early childhood environment, which often motivates students to make positive choices and push themselves to grow in their own lives.

“I expect my students to make a healthy living through healthy choices.”

 Mr. Adam is intrinsically motivated and embraces the responsibilities of his profession to facilitate normal development and positive client response to interventions; promote health and safety including a healthy environment; intervene in response to actual and potential health problems; provide case management services; and actively collaborate with others to build client and family capacity for adaptation, self- management, self advocacy, and learning. He is a proud nurse of students at both NET campuses.

Ms. Amber joined The NET after working in operations and administration at New Orleans College Prep, Cafe Reconcile and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.  She is proud to be a New Orleanian and a Howard University Bison! Ms. Amber welcomes families to The NET, helps them navigate the city-wide enrollment system, and get settled comfortably. During her free time she enjoys watching TV (1960s is her favorite), reading historical texts, visiting archives, going to concerts, and hanging out with her mom. She also keeps everyone at the school on track with her amazing organizational skills. Ms. Amber lives for the summer Olympics. Her favorite Olympic sports are gymnastics, swimming, and track and field. Ms. Amber will be joining the staff at the Gentilly campus for the Fall 2018 semester. 

Biography by NET student Gerrick