Romina Naparstek
Early Childhood Academy Director
Michael-Ann Russell JCC

Since 2001, Romina Naparstek has been a passionate educator and proud advocate for Jewish life and learning. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, she moved to Miami at 16, later earning a degree in Early Childhood Education from Florida International University and a master’s in Jewish Education from Gratz College. Her time living in Israel and California further deepened her love for Jewish tradition and the State of Israel. Romina is the proud mother of Lucas and Elena, and she works to instill in them the same love for Judaism and Israel she holds dear. She currently serves as the Early Childhood Academy Director at the Michael-Ann Russell JCC. In her free time, Romina writes children’s stories that blend food, Judaism and Israel, and creates meaningful ways for families to stay connected to their heritage.