Northwest Yeshiva High School

Deirdre is passionate about Jewish education and believes strongly in the importance of equipping the next generation of Jewish community members and leaders with a strong foundation of תּוֹרָה וּמַדָּע and love for the State of Israel.  A Seattle native and alumna of NYHS ('05), she holds a BA in English from Boston University and a Master of Educational Leadership from Northeastern Illinois University.  Before joining us at NYHS, Deirdre served as the General Studies Principal at Denver Academy of Torah where she also completed Prizmah's YouLead program for Jewish day school leaders.  Prior to that, she worked as a Dean of Students in Seattle and Denver area public schools, and was a teacher at Hillel Torah and Akiba-Schechter Jewish day schools in Chicago.

Joe brings a robust background spanning over 25 years in leadership and operational excellence to NYHS.  His career journey is marked by diverse expertise in operations, project management, change management, financial oversight, and adult learning.  Joe's commitment to safety and operational effectiveness stems from his prior experience as a firefighter, instilling a strong focus on risk management and emergency preparedness.

Joe holds multiple certifications in emergency management, project management, coaching and development, operations, and nonprofit leadership.  He is currently pursuing his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, and is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.  Outside of his professional pursuits, Joe is deeply involved in community service initiatives and is passionate about people development. He brings enthusiasm and a wealth of experience to NYHS, eager to contribute to the school’s mission of educating and nurturing its students.

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Beth was born and raised in the Seattle area and went to the University of Washington where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications.  She has a career background in project management and marketing communications and her volunteerism has included board membership with Sephardic Adventure Camp and Congregation Ezra Bessaroth, in addition to organizations outside the Jewish communal sector.  Beth has been a part of the NYHS Administrative team since 2019, and is passionate about growing our NYHS school community.  Outside NYHS she enjoys travel, gardening, spending time with her family, and organizing just about everything.   

We are excited to announce the appointment of Kimberly Frankwick who will be directing our NYHS College Guidance program.  Kim cares deeply about education and helping young people develop the skills they need to make meaningful, thoughtful choices for their futures.  With over 20 years experience in educational programming and 13+ years in college advising, Kim has been honored to help youth in Russia, Ukraine, and the United States identify, apply for, and be admitted to a vast array of higher education and gap year opportunities, both domestically and abroad. 

A midwest native, Kim earned a bachelor's in Russian Language and Literature from Beloit College in Wisconsin.  After two years in Russia, Kim returned to the U.S. and earned a Master's of Education in Student Development Administration while working at Seattle University.  She created and led an intensive, multi-year college preparation program through EducationUSA Russia as well as establishing the College Prep Club for Ukraine through American Councils for International Education.  

Kim is mother to an elementary school student and is married to a doctoral student of acupuncture.  She enjoys hiking, swimming and the outdoors, and is currently pursuing a master's in school counseling.  Kim looks forward to working with our NYHS students, parents and staff in pursuit of our students’ post-secondary goals.