Daniel Croson is the Dean of Students at Cresthaven Academy Charter School. Daniel previously served as the Founding Executive Director of Cresthaven Academy Foundation. During his tenure, the Foundation created a dynamic on-site after-school program for Cresthaven scholars and worked collaboratively with the school on all things outside of direct classroom instruction, including academic enrichment, family outreach, fundraising, operations, and capital projects. Before joining Cresthaven Academy, Daniel worked as Director of Community Development for the Borough of Carteret and as a School Board member of the same district. In those roles, Daniel planned and oversaw numerous enrichment programs for students, including a free homework help program at the local library and the expansion of the local Boys & Girls Club. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Kean University and has spent over 12 years working in both youth and children’s ministries. Daniel’s work is rooted in the belief that each person has greatness within them and, with access to a high-quality education, can use that greatness to transform the world around them. He enjoys iced coffee, running, and watching Friends with his wife, Anjli.