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    Amy Sayfie Zichella '93
    Director of Admission and Enrollment Management
    305-460-6874
    Florida State University - B.A.
    Bio
     
    As the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management at my alma mater, I have the privilege of guiding prospective students and families through the admission and financial aid processes. A proud alumna from the Class of 1993, my formative middle and high school years at Ransom Everglades not only bestowed upon me an exceptional education but also connected me with an extraordinary alumni network that became a source of lifelong friendships. I also can't help but mention our victorious state championship in volleyball during my time here as an athlete. Returning to Ransom Everglades in 2002, I first took on the roles of English teacher, admission officer, and coach for volleyball, basketball, and track. My commitment to education and enrollment management extended to serving on the national Board of Directors of the Enrollment Management Association for six years, and I continue to stay actively involved in this organization. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University, where I double majored in English and Education with a minor in Spanish. Beyond the professional realm, my life revolves around enjoying the offerings of our beautiful city alongside my husband Eric and our two daughters, Abigail '29 and Ava. More often than not, you'll find us in a gymnasium, enthusiastically cheering on both our girls during their volleyball tournaments.
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    Ana Bott
    Admission Associate
    305-250-6875
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    Ale Cappello '15
    Admission Associate
    305-250-4213
    Northwestern University - B.A.
    Bio
     
    As a proud alumna from the Class of 2015, I am thrilled to be back at Ransom Everglades as an Admission Associate. This place holds such a special place in my heart, and I am so glad I have the opportunity to speak to prospective students and parents about how wonderful the community and education truly are here. Prior to this role, I was in San Francisco for five years working in the digital marketing and e-commerce space for retail brands in the fashion and beauty industry. I received a Bachelor of Arts from Northwestern University, where I majored in psychology and minored in sociology. After living away from Miami for the last nine years, I love spending time with my family and friends, exploring new neighborhoods and restaurants, and reading.
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    Carla Hill
    Admission Associate
    305-250-4215
    Florida State University - B.A.
    Barry University - M.S.
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    Jackie Milanes
    Director of Financial Aid & Assistant Director of Admission
    305-250-6856
    Florida International University - C.L.A.
Founded in 1903, Ransom Everglades School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school for grades 6 - 12 located on two campuses in Coconut Grove, Florida. Ransom Everglades School produces graduates who "believe that they are in the world not so much for what they can get out of it as for what they can put into it." The school provides rigorous college preparation that promotes the student's sense of identity, community, personal integrity and values for a productive and satisfying life, and prepares the student to lead and to contribute to society.