Education:

Ed.S., School Counseling

B.A., Bennington College/Excelsior University

M.A., Counseling, Universidad Simon Bolivar, Venezuela 

Ed.S., School Counseling, University of Florida

Brief Background:

Mrs. Losada has worked at Oxbridge Academy since August 2017, first as an Associate Director of College Counseling and, since 2019, as the Director of College Counseling. Previously, she worked as a college counselor and school counselor in four international schools in three countries. She is married with two adult children and a grandson.

Education: 

B.A., Yale College

M.B.A., Yale School of Management

Brief Background: 

Ms. Duff has been an Associate Director of College Counseling at Oxbridge Academy since 2019. Previously, she worked as an independent college advisor in the New York City metro area and in Los Angeles. As a graduate student, Ms. Duff worked as a reader for Yale's Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Shannon also worked in structured finance and asset management at an investment bank.

Education: 

B.A., Gannon University

M.Ed, Loyola University 

Brief Background:

Ms. Del Ponte's interest in working in college counseling began in high school, when she toured "way too many" college campuses in her search. Upon earning her master's degree, Del Ponte moved to South Florida, where she worked for several years as a comprehensive school counselor and was Department Chair of the Counseling Department at Suncoast High School. At Oxbridge Ms. Del Ponte enjoys working closely with students and families in their college search and throughout the application process. She is a Key Club advisor and views involvement in student life and giving back to the community as necessary and fulfilling for students' personal growth.

Education: 

B.A., University of Connecticut

Brief Background:

Ms. Hammett serves as the Test Coordinator at Oxbridge Academy, overseeing test administration training for faculty and staff and managing all procedures for standardized testing, including the PreACT, A.C.T., and S.A.T. suite. As the Dual Enrollment Designee, she provides academic guidance and support in collaboration with several partnering institutions. Monica coordinates domestic and international college visits, conducts recruitment interviews, and presents forums on various topics such as Bright Futures and NCAA compliance. She is actively engaged in professional development through NCAA, NACAC, SACAC, College Board, and A.C.T. memberships, leveraging over a decade of experience in NCAA recruitment and compliance. Additionally, Monica dedicates her time to community service initiatives, serving as a Club Mentor and supporting programs like the H.U.G. program to promote literacy and leadership skills in Palm Beach County.