Amanda Ciccoritti

Administrator & Art Instructor at Woodbridge Art School, Amanda is a graduate of York University and has studied a number of subjects including Film, Child Psychology, Fine Arts, Dance, Music and Political Science. Over the last couple of years, Amanda has committed herself to the fine arts and to teaching and is currently completing a BFA as well as a Master's Certificate in Website/Graphic Design. She is also an instructor for our "Artist in the School" Program and travels to schools across York Region teaching children from JK to Grade 8 for the YCDSB. Other experiences include painting projects for the City of Vaughan, hosting the Kids Arts Building for the Woodbridge Fair, and selling her own art pieces locally.

Her main ambitions are to continue teaching as many students as she can by nurturing and guiding young aspiring artists. Amanda is currently teaching our Primary and Fashion classes here at the Woodbridge Art School.

Vito Lisi

A graduate of George Brown College, Vito studied layout & design, cartooning and Illustration focusing on storytelling and writing for children, life drawing, illustration in watercolour, and black ink storyboard illustration for the execution of traditional comic books and graphic novels. He also completed a double major from the University of Toronto, focused on Historical studies, Art History & Studio while completing a minor in classical studies. Recently, Vito completed his Bachelor of Education Degree from York University primarily focused in the Intermediate/ Senior Division (Grade 7-12).

With teaching experience from the Toronto District School Board, Vito is also a teacher for Woodbridge Art School's "Artist in the School Program", teaching art workshops in various schools across York Region. Vito is also credited with creating many fabulous wall murals in various schools, such as; Holy Jubilee, St. Andrew, St. Margaret Mary and St. Francis of Assisi in Woodbridge and Maple. Currently Vito is teaching many of our Junior Advanced, Advanced and Senior Classes at Woodbridge Art School.

View some of Vito's Murals on our website.

Angela Bagaybagayan

Angela Bagaybagayan is a teacher for the York Catholic District School Board. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree and a Digital Media certificate from York University. She also has a Bachelor of Education degree from OISE of the University of Toronto. Some of her experiences include teaching for the 'Artist in the School' program, assisting in the set design for St. Joseph the Worker's musical production, and assisting in an open house for C.H. Best's CyberArts program. Currently, Angela is an instructor for Junior, Junior advanced and Advanced art classes. Her passion is to open a child's heart using art as her medium.

MELINDA BANCHERI

Melinda is currently attending the University of Toronto in Mississauga, completing a double major in history and political science. Following her studies at U of T, her goal is to obtain a separate degree in Fine Arts. Melinda attended Woodbridge Art School for over seven years and developed a strong passion for the fine arts, in particular-pencil and pen and ink. Melinda enjoys sharing her love for art with her Elementary, and Junior classes, and hopes to continue teaching in her post-graduate studies.

JULIANNA CONFORTI

Julianna is currently completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Visual Arts (Studio) with a minor in History at York University. Her main focus in Visual Arts is Drawing and Painting. Julianna enjoys working with young children and has shared her talent and ideas to children in various schools across the city. She hopes to pursue a career in teaching at both the Junior and Intermediate levels. Currently Julianna is instructing our Elementary, Junior and Junior Advanced art classes at the Woodbridge Art School.

Daniela Albanese

Daniela is a graduate from Seneca College's graphic design program and is currently attending York University while majoring in art history. After completing her degree in art history she would like to attend teacher's college. Daniela has apassion to work with and teach young children and dreams of pursuing a career as an elementary school teacher.

Melissa Monteleone

Melissa Monteleone is currently completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts, specialized honors in visual arts (Practicum) at York University. Prior to attending York University, she has completed an Art and Design foundation program at George Brown College. Throughout her studies she has developed a keen interest in history, painting, photography and sculpture. Melissa believesart education plays an important role in schools because of its ability to create places of individualism, positivity, creativity, and self-expression. Her beliefs, passion, and dedication has her aspiring to be an art teacher, working particularly in the intermediate/senior division Melissa also works as an educational assistant at a Private Montessori Inspired school.