Dear Families,

My name is Melissa Golino and I am the new Assistant Principal at Gilbert Elementary, Academy of the Creative Arts. 

“Be the change you wish to see.” This is my philosophy on my profession. It expresses my commitment as an administrator to inspire core values by being a role model for the positive, responsive environment I strive to provide.

My goal at Gilbert is to furnish a firm foundation composed of practices designed to create joyful, safe and engaged classrooms and academic communities. Equally crucial is to clearly define the parameters for appropriate behaviors, motivation and goal setting for teachers and students alike.  Additionally, when students and teachers are supplied with the necessary resources to create strong relationships, teachers are better able to understand and accommodate students’ needs by adjusting class activities, and students are enabled to achieve high levels of growth and success in all areas. 

To share some of my personal and professional background, I grew up on Long Island, in Dix Hills, New York.  I enjoy traveling, having coffee on the veranda, trying new restaurants, and spending quality time with my family and friends. I also love going to the gym daily, to enhance my mind, body, and soul. 

Professionally, I have over 20 years of experience in education. I began my career in New York, teaching English at the middle school. Upon moving to Las Vegas, in 2006, in CCSD; I taught High School English, Special Education and was a  Special Education Instructional Facilitator at both the Secondary and Elementary Level. I have spent the last five years as an Assistant Principal at both the secondary and elementary level. 

I am grateful to be your Assistant Principal and believe in building positive relationships with all stakeholders and fostering a positive school culture.

Best Regards,

Melissa Golino

Assistant Principal-Gilbert Academy of the Creative Arts

2101 W. Cartier Ave.

North Las Vegas, NV, 89032

(702) 799-4730

golinma@nv.ccsd.net

Master of Arts: Educational  Leadership

American Public University-Washington D.C.     
Master of Arts: Special Education   

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas, NV

Master of Arts: Secondary Education-Dowling College-Oakdale, NY