MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

Mr. Canaves

Hi. I'm James Canaves and I serve as Math Teacher, Program Chair, and Data Specialist. It is my 1st year at HSET and my 15th year of teaching in the Bronx. I am proud to be a product of the New York City Public School System. Outside of work, I love running, travelling to warmer places, and listening to indie rock music.

Mr. Dibiasi

My name is Michael DiBiasi and I am a Social Studies teacher at the High School for Energy and Technology in the Bronx. I received my bachelor’s degree at Rider University majoring in History and Secondary Education. I am currently finishing up my Master’s at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the summer majoring in American Foreign Policy. I have a New Jersey and New York state teaching certification, and this is my first full year here in the Bronx. I’m an avid basketball player and sports fanatic during my dwindling free time.

Mr. Dicarlo

I am a native of the Bronx, and spent a lot of time with my family in the Belmont section on Arthur Ave. 
I went to Sacred Heart Private and Mount St. Michael Academy both in this borough, and then off to Flushing for my college studies.Where I majored in Italian studies and education ---- then moved on to Social Studies and education for my grad studies.

Ms. Dockery

As a younger person (lol - ok you can stop laughing now), I was encouraged by a community of educators who also happened to be my neighbors and friends.  It's because of them that I am a life-long learner, solve problems for myself, and rise above life's challenges.  I have a huge debt to pay on behalf of those that cared for & gave me a strong academic foundation; I hope my students know I care for them the same and more.

Ms. Filpo

Mrs. Filpo was born in the Dominican Republic  and came to this country twenty years ago. She received a BA from City College  of New York and a M.S from Hunter College. Mrs. Filpo's Teaching Philosophy is: "As a Spanish teacher  believe that the role of a teacher as an educator is to achieve and maintain the student’s interest for the language.  Being a teacher does not only mean to stand in front of a classroom full of students and dictate a lesson on what they need to learn.  Being an educator means capturing the students’ attention so that they can listen to what I am teaching, which will be the only way they will learn the language.

Mr. Gayle

I teach Algebra at HSET. I graduated from the University of the West Indies with a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Geology and a Diploma in Teacher Education specializing in Mathematics and Geography. I also hold a Masters of Science from Touro  College.
​I have been teaching mathematics for over 15 years.

Mr. Giorgi

I am a Physical Education and health teacher for HSET.  I graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a degree in Human Performance/Teaching and from Lehman College with a Masters in Health Education.  Before HEST I taught at  Roosevelt Campus for 12 years and Jane Adams for one year.  All together I have been teaching for 16 years.  I coach varsity baseball at Roosevelt Campus in the Bronx, Stamford CT for various ages and Greenwich American Legion  for 16 year olds.

Mr. Lenaburg

My name is Josh Lenaburg.  I am a dually certified Special Education teacher with a BA in Literature.  I work at a New York City public high school, the High School of Energy and Technology, located in the Bronx.  I have been teaching in various schools and positions since 1999.  I have been employed by the NYC DOE since the 2014/15 school year.  I am very happy to be working in NYC as there are so many possibilities and career challenges available. In addition, I lived in NYC in the 90’s and I’ve always loved this city, so working here is definitely a passion.

Mr. Maier

I teach physical education and this is my third year at HSET and I am excited to continue working with the students and the community to build a successful school. I received my bachelor's degree from Manhattan College and my Master's Degree from Manhattanville College. My lifelong passion for sports has led me to my career in physical education. I enjoy teaching my students about new and exciting games and activities they may not otherwise be exposed to outside my gymnasium. I coach soccer, basketball and lacrosse outside of the city. I hope to pass along my love for sports and fitness to my students!