Maintenance and Facilities Technician

With a wealth of experience as a contractor, Jaime has previously owned and operated his own business, showcasing his expertise and entrepreneurial spirit. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he is passionate about sports and enjoys coaching softball.

Marketing and Communications Manager

Eileen Arellano is a seasoned marketing professional with over 20 years of experience. She has held marketing communication roles in various industries, including technology, healthcare, retail, and religious organizations.

Since 2023, Eileen has been leveraging her extensive experience and passion for effective communication at Stratford Schools. Here, she serves as the Marketing and Communications Manager for Stratford Preparatory, a role that allows her to showcase the school’s vibrancy and excellence through strategic communication and marketing efforts.

Eileen holds an MBA from California State University, Hayward, and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration from Saint Mary’s College

Director of Athletics and Wellness

Robert Cannone has a rich history in athletic administration, spanning both Southern and Northern California. Robert began his career as an Athletic Director and Coach in Southern California, where he coached Varsity Baseball and Football, leading his teams to numerous league championships and playoff appearances.

In 2011, Robert transitioned to Northern California, assuming the role of Assistant Athletic Director at Crystal Springs Uplands School. In addition to focusing on Athletic Administration in middle and high schools, Robert continued to coach baseball until 2017. Most recently, Robert served as the Athletic Director at Stanbridge Academy where he pioneered an athletic program tailored for neurodiverse students.

Robert is a Certified Athletic Administrator and a Registered Middle School Athletic Administrator through the National Interscholastic Athletics and Activities Association. He has served on the Athletic Director Advisory Committee and was a member of the CIF Appeals Committee. Robert holds a degree in Kinesiology from Cal State University, Northridge.

College Counselor

Harrison Cheng loves getting to know each student and helping them to discover their own strengths and abilities throughout the college admissions process. Harrison is a seasoned college admissions counselor with over 18 years of experience from both the applicant and university sides of the process. His former students have gone on to all the Ivies, Stanford, and have been Regents and Chancellor’s scholars at all of the University of California campuses.

Prior to Stratford, Harrison ran his own education technology startup company and worked in admissions at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. While the majority of Harrison’s students choose to pursue majors in healthcare, business, and computer science/engineering, he is also a lifelong musician and educator and supports students with a variety of interests.

Harrison holds a B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley, an MBA from UC San Diego, a certificate in college counseling from UCLA, and M.S. in Software Management from Carnegie Mellon University.

Head of School

Phil Dolan holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Education and joined Stratford Schools in 2016, supporting the growth of our schools as Regional Director for School Operations and Vice President of K-12 Education. With over 25 years in the field of education, Phil recognizes the importance of providing students with an excellent academic foundation. He continues to mentor teachers and leaders throughout Stratford School and is committed to providing students with an excellent academic foundation through educating the whole child.

Phil brings a passion for education and expertise in school administration to his role as Head of the School. He is looking forward to guiding and supporting our Stratford Preparatory students through their exciting Middle and High School years and leading them to success in their unique futures.

Middle School Principal

Sadaf has 20 years experience in education that includes classroom instruction in all core subjects, curriculum design and development, curriculum integration and articulation, teacher mentoring, K-12 academic and school leadership, and school accreditation process. Sadaf holds a B.S. in Biomedical Science and a postgraduate qualification in secondary school education specializing in science. She has served students and families in both public and private schools in the UK, USA, and Middle East. Sadaf is passionate about lifelong learning and self-improvement, and building meaningful human connections. She is committed to advancing academic excellence and global literacy for middle and high school students in an environment that nurtures the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of future scholars and leaders. Sadaf is honored to serve at Stratford and looks forward to partnering with the parent and school community to ensure that all students feel cared for and supported, and each student aspires to reach their highest potential.

Office Administrator

Suzanne joined Stratford Preparatory Blackford after working for several years at BASIS Independent Silicon Valley, where she continues to contribute her expertise and enthusiasm for working in a school environment. Additionally, she is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration by taking online classes at San Jose City College. Her commitment to education and personal growth is evident in her choice to advance her studies while significantly contributing to the educational community. She enjoys working closely with families and enjoys witnessing their growth and development over time. Outside of her professional life, she loves to travel, try new foods, and spend quality time with her friends and family.

Adena Landan has 15 years of experience in the education and educational non-profit spaces. Her experiences include middle school science classroom instruction, departmental leadership, program design and implementation, and instructional coaching. Adena holds a BA in Individualized Study, an MA in Secondary Science Education, and an MA in Crisis and Trauma Studies. She is passionate about Diversity, Belonging, Inclusivity, and Equity leadership, science education, and integrating social-emotional learning into the academic space. Adena looks forward to partnering with teachers, students, and parents to ensure that each student is receiving a holistic education that challenges them academically and nurtures them as humans.

High School Principal

Since the summer of 2020, Jamie McIntyre has been a dedicated Regional Director for Stratford School, In addition to overseeing the traditional PS to Eighth Grade campuses, Jamie has played a crucial role as the Regional Director supporting Stratford Prep Blackford since its inception during the 2022-23 school year. Beyond administrative responsibilities, he actively contributes to fostering inclusivity and diversity as the Vice Chair of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Advisory Council. Jamie also lends his expertise to ensuring educational standards by serving as a member of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accreditation Steering Committee for Stratford School.

Jamie’s journey in education in California began as the principal of a PS-8G school in San Jose, where he successfully led for five years. Prior to his principal role, he served as a teacher and Dean of Students at Gonzaga College High School in Washington, DC. With nearly two decades of experience in education, Jamie has demonstrated versatility by working seamlessly across elementary, middle, and high school settings, contributing significantly as a dedicated full-time teacher at each educational level.

Office Administrator

Melissa has been a dedicated member of the Stratford network for 14 years, expertly managing procurement, purchases, and assists with all business and financial operations. She collaborates closely with the Head of Operations to ensure seamless organizational efficiency. An alumna of De Anza College and San Jose State University, Melissa is an avid fan of hockey and college basketball and has a deep love for dogs. She is passionate about supporting students and parents, always striving to create a welcoming and nurturing environment at Stratford.

Director of Academic Programs

Nat is a scientist, engineer, inventor, and veteran of the semiconductor and aerospace industries. He transitioned into education with a view to developing learning methods that narrow the gap between the classroom and real-world application, and to develop in young minds a scientific mindset critical to understanding and tackling global problems. Since 2014, he has taught engineering, mathematics, and science at Stratford School.

He has worked closely with experts in the US and abroad at Princeton, Penn State, Tohoku University-Japan, NASA, Sandia National Laboratories, and various global tech companies. He has led innovative research, product development, and knowledge creation and dissemination in diverse fields including aerodynamics, materials processing, cryogenics, and semiconductor chip manufacturing.

Nat holds an M.S. and Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Rutgers University and a B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology-Varanasi. Nat completed his post-doctoral training at the Institute of Fluid Science, Tohoku University-Japan. He is also a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Program for Leadership Development.

Brenda Perez became the EC Supervisor at Stratford Preparatory Blackford in 2021. After earning her cosmetology license, she joined Stratford Raynor in 2019 and has been committed to Stratford ever since. In her role, Brenda supervises activities involving after-school clubs, administrative tasks, and sports. She finds it inspiring to witness Stratford Prep’s transformation from its early days to its current status as a flourishing middle and high school. Outside of work, Brenda enjoys reading and spending time with her family.