“We’re not talking about the mental health issue” – Deirdre Levy, Candidate for NY City Council, Special Education Teacher on Covid-19, Effects on Education & Mental Health, and Staying Strong in Isol

Deirdre is a special education teacher working with third grade students in Prospect Heights, living in Brooklyn New York. Most of her experience comes from working with kids with severe autism, and she’s been advocate for all learners, including kids with dyslexia, intellectual disabilities and emotional disabilities.Deirdre believes that the Filipina voice needs to be elevated. While she does admire the beauty queens that have elevated Pinay representation in the world, it is important...