Veronica Maravankin's Awards
Community leaders recognized during the event Veronica Maravankin, who served as the Mandel JCC’s early childhood director from 2007 to 2018.

From left to right. Arnie Maerov, Veronica Maravankin, David Blacher
It is indeed a pleasure and a privilege to tell a little bit of the story of our honoree, Veronica. We want to talk about a uniquely talented educator who has contributed so much to the Palm Beach Gardens JCC preschool as its director, and also to early childhood education on the national level as well.
Veronica moved to Florida from Argentina as an adult and shortly thereafter began working at the JCC. The challenge of learning a new language was never a deterrent. Veronica read voraciously, studied, and conferred with many professionals to be the best she could be. We believe she has succeeded!
Mandel JCC recognizes Veronica Maravankin
Mindy Hanken, Chief Programming Officer of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County recognizes Veronica Maravankin for her 11 years of service as the Director of the Barbara & Jack Kay Early Childhood Learning Center at the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches.
"As my coach, Veronica has helped me to set manageable goals for our program. She has supported me in my work while pushing me outside of my comfort zone. This has helped me to make positive changes in my role as Director. Veronica is a passionate and knowledgeable ECE professional and human being."
Jodi Sadler Director, Jewish Educational Alliance Preschool Savannah April 27, 2019
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"Veronica Maravankin has been consulting with Shalom Children’s Center for the past 2 years. During that time, we have undergone a huge transformation as we moved into a new building, experienced staff turnover, introduced new concepts related to constructivist theory, and created a new Outdoor Learning Environment from scratch. Veronica’s insight, advice, and knowledge of Continue Reading
Kate Brantley Early Childhood Education Director, Shalom Children’s Center Asheville JCC April 27, 2019
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"Working with Veronica has transformed my work as a director. Her support and guidance have been critical factors in our successes this year. Thanks to Veronica we are able to see the tasks ahead more clearly, think proactively and plan for the changes we want to make. Veronica is an invaluable thought partner!"
Caitlin Sullivan-Fieldman Co-Director, Godine Early Learning Center JCC Greater Boston April 28, 2019
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"I have had the great pleasure of working with Veronica for over a year. When I began my tenure at the JCC in Orlando, I had the incredible fortune of meeting Veronica at the school she was directing at the time. I was thoroughly impressed with her knowledge and passion for early childhood and knew Continue Reading
Melissa Youngblood Early Childhood Director Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center May 1, 2019
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“Veronica’s experience, wisdom and clarity of vision has been the motivating force behind the transformation of our school. With laser-like focus and full transparency, she emphasizes the important issues that propel us forward.”
Theresa Levy Director of Early Childhood Education, Jewish Community Alliance, Jacksonville, FL May 13, 2019
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