Contact Info

Main Entrance:
1903 Jefferson Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Vistors must present ID at front desk. 

Switchboard:
Open 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Phone: 504.899.5641
Fax: 504.896.8597

We are always happy to hear from you. Search for faculty and staff members by Department or last name in the drop down menu below; to send an email, simply click on the individual's name.

To find out about available job openings, please check the Employment Opportunities page.

Media Inquiries: 
Please contact the main switchboard at 504.899.5641. 

Alumni Office:
Mary Hoffman
Director of Advancement
alumni@newmanschool.org
504.896.6312

Departments

  • Tejan Salaam
    Appointed: 2022
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    Donald Sampey
    Facilities
    Appointed: 2009
    504-896-6301
    Shaw High School
  • Photo of Sarah Samuel
    Sarah Samuel
    4th/5th Grade Learning Specialist
    Appointed: 2023
    Tulane University - Bachelor of Arts
    University of New Orleans - Masters in Education and Curriculum
  • Photo of Alejandra Sanchez
    Alejandra Sanchez
    Upper School Spanish Teacher
    Appointed: 2011
    504-896-6427
    Tulane University - PhD
  • Photo of Laura Sanchez
    Laura Sanchez
    2nd Grade Co Teacher
    Appointed: 2012
    University of Alabama at Birmingham - Master of Education
  • Photo of Julie Sanders
    Julie Sanders
    Long Term History Sub
    Appointed: 2024
    McNeese State University - Master of Education
    Louisiana State University - Bachelor of Arts
  • Photo of Elizabeth Sanpietro
    Elizabeth Sanpietro
    Appointed: 2018
    Seton Hall University - B.S. Ed
    Montclair State University - MA
  • Photo of Sonia Sapollnik
    Sonia Sapollnik
    K - 3rd Grade Spanish Teacher
    Appointed: 2012
    504-896-6520
    Escuela Normal Superior Tomas Godoy Cruz - Master of Education
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    Jeffrey Satriano
    Upper School Latin Teacher
    Appointed: 2014
    504-896-6300
    Tulane University - BA
    Florida State University - MA
  • Andrew Scherer
    Appointed: 2020
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    Adrienne Screen
    Lower School Literacy Coach
    Appointed: 2014
    504-896-6247
    Louisiana State University
    Academy of the Sacred Heart - Grand Coteau - Bachelor of Arts
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    Anthony Sears
    Director of Choral Activities
    Appointed: 2009
    504-896-6307
    Westminster Choir College - Master of Music
    Southeastern Louisiana University - BMuEd
  • Photo of Elaine Sevin
    Elaine Sevin
    5th Grade Science Teacher
    Appointed: 2009
    504-896-6574
    Northwestern State University - Bachelors
  • Photo of Alexander Smith
    Alexander Smith
    Director of Newman Plus
    Appointed: 2011
    504-896-6342
    Aylesbury Grammar School - Certificate of Higher Education
    London Guildhall University - Business Studies
  • Alexander Smith
    Appointed: 2016
    Whitworth University - Bachelor of Arts
  • Photo of Dale Smith
    Dale Smith
    Head of School
    Appointed: 2011
    504-896-6318
    Loyola University - M.S.
    Columbia College - B.A.
  • Photo of Marjorie Smith
    Marjorie Smith
    Latin Teacher
    Appointed: 1985
    504-896-6551
    University of Texas - M.A.
    William and Mary - B.A.
  • Photo of Amanda Snyder
    Amanda Snyder
    Testing Coordinator
    Appointed: 2022
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    Stephen Soud
    Director of College Counseling
    Appointed: 2019
    504-896-6313
    Davidson College - B.A.
    University of Florida - M.A.
    University of Florida - Ph.D.
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    Bryan Spitzfaden
    Middle School Drama Teacher
    Appointed: 2021
  • Jared Stanton
    Appointed: 2024
  • Photo of John Stewart
    John Stewart
    P.E. Teacher/Head Football Coach
    Appointed: 2000
    504-896-6406
    newman - Bachelor of Arts
    Tulane - BA
  • Photo of Patrick Summerour
    Patrick Summerour
    Athletic Director
    Appointed: 2000
    504-896-6380
    Clemson University - B.A.
    Bio
     
    Test Bio Here
  • Photo of Nila Surgi
    Nila Surgi
    Lower School Math Specialist
    Appointed: 1979
    504-896-6233
    Kansas State Teachers College - B.S.
  • David Svoboda
    Appointed: 2021
Neighbor Email List
Neighbors can request to be added to the list for important notifications by emailing communications@newmanschool.org with the subject line "Neighbor List" and including all pertinent contact information in the body of the email.

From the Airport & Eastbank

From the airport and eastbank, take I-10 to the Pontchartrain Expressway and exit St. Charles Avenue. Take a right onto St. Charles Avenue. Travel approximately 3 miles to Jefferson Avenue. Take a right onto Jefferson Avenue. Isidore Newman School will be four blocks down on your right.

From the Westbank (General De Gualle)

From the Westbank (General De Gaulle), Take the Crescent City Connection over the river and exit on Earhart Boulevard. Turn left on Claiborne Avenue/US-90,Turn left at Napoleon Ave,Turn right at St Charles Ave,Turn right at Jefferson Ave and destination will be on the right.
Since its founding in 1903, Isidore Newman School has been part of the fabric of Uptown New Orleans. Occupying 11 acres in the heart of Uptown, Newman is situated on Jefferson Avenue between historic St. Charles Avenue and Claiborne Avenue. Jefferson Avenue is located between Nashville Avenue and Napoleon Avenue.
1903 Jefferson Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504.899.5641
Fax: 504.896.8597
Open 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
An independent,
co-educational,
non-denominational day
school in New Orleans for
early childhood through 12th grade