Frances Alamo

Frances Alamo is a Senior Program Director at Directions For Our Youth where she oversees Elementary Programs and enjoys working closely with program site directors. She has been working with DFOY for over 5 years, and was previously the Program Director at P.S. 72. Frances emphasizes staff development as part of her leadership and empowers program participants to get involved in their communities.

Prior to joining DFOY, Frances served in multiple education roles at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in the Bronx, and has over 15 years of experience in the field. She has a B.A. in Psychology from Mercy College, and recently complete the High Performing Managers Initiative at Community Resource Exchange. Frances is a lifelong Bronx resident, and when she is she is not reviewing lesson plans, Frances enjoys taking in Broadway productions – her favorite show is Beauty and the Beast.