Our Team
Jedidiah Dore
Manual Arts Instructor, Designing Me Pathway
Jedidiah Dore is a New York City artist and educator, and an Adjunct Professor of Illustration at Parsons School of Design.
He specializes in reportage art, mural painting, and drawing, and has created large-scale murals for public spaces across New York City, including a 17-piece series at the landmark Daily News Building and a recent live painting commission at JFK International Airport.
His work has also been featured in exhibitions with NASA, including art for the James Webb Space Telescope and the Artemis 1 Mission at Kennedy Space Center. His long-running project, the Stellar Science Series, combines art and science inspired by his visits to NASA centers such as the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Deep Space Network, and Goddard Space Flight Center.
At Drew School, Jedidiah leads the Designing Me pathway, where students explore who they are through sketching, drafting, typography, and storytelling. A key part of this journey is developing a Signature Style, a personal approach to handwriting that blends penmanship with self-expression and visual design.
Jedidiah’s teaching encourages curiosity, craftsmanship, and confidence. He helps Drew School students build their technical skills and creative voice—learning to see the world like artists and think like designers.
Jedidiah Dore
Manual Arts Instructor, Designing Me Pathway
Jedidiah Dore is a New York City artist and educator, and an Adjunct Professor of Illustration at Parsons School of Design.
He specializes in reportage art, mural painting, and drawing, and has created large-scale murals for public spaces across New York City, including a 17-piece series at the landmark Daily News Building and a recent live painting commission at JFK International Airport.
His work has also been featured in exhibitions with NASA, including art for the James Webb Space Telescope and the Artemis 1 Mission at Kennedy Space Center. His long-running project, the Stellar Science Series, combines art and science inspired by his visits to NASA centers such as the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Deep Space Network, and Goddard Space Flight Center.
At Drew School, Jedidiah leads the Designing Me pathway, where students explore who they are through sketching, drafting, typography, and storytelling. A key part of this journey is developing a Signature Style, a personal approach to handwriting that blends penmanship with self-expression and visual design.
Jedidiah’s teaching encourages curiosity, craftsmanship, and confidence. He helps Drew School students build their technical skills and creative voice—learning to see the world like artists and think like designers.
Jedidiah Dore
Manual Arts Instructor, Designing Me Pathway
Jedidiah Dore is a New York City artist and educator, and an Adjunct Professor of Illustration at Parsons School of Design.
He specializes in reportage art, mural painting, and drawing, and has created large-scale murals for public spaces across New York City, including a 17-piece series at the landmark Daily News Building and a recent live painting commission at JFK International Airport.
His work has also been featured in exhibitions with NASA, including art for the James Webb Space Telescope and the Artemis 1 Mission at Kennedy Space Center. His long-running project, the Stellar Science Series, combines art and science inspired by his visits to NASA centers such as the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Deep Space Network, and Goddard Space Flight Center.
At Drew School, Jedidiah leads the Designing Me pathway, where students explore who they are through sketching, drafting, typography, and storytelling. A key part of this journey is developing a Signature Style, a personal approach to handwriting that blends penmanship with self-expression and visual design.
Jedidiah’s teaching encourages curiosity, craftsmanship, and confidence. He helps Drew School students build their technical skills and creative voice—learning to see the world like artists and think like designers.
David Gatchell
Lead Instructor, Financial Literacy Program
David Gatchell is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and financial literacy innovator dedicated to helping people build prosperous, independent lives through education and entrepreneurship. With nearly two decades of experience founding and leading mission-driven ventures, he brings a rare blend of practical business expertise and passion for teaching financial empowerment.
David is the founder of Four Gifts Publishing, a company devoted to developing high-quality educational content that inspires, motivates, and guides others toward prosperity. Through books, curricula, and training programs, Four Gifts Publishing equips learners of all ages with the tools and understanding needed to achieve financial independence and long-term success.
He also leads Prospera Literacy, the nonprofit arm of his work, which extends financial education to wider and often underserved audiences through lower-cost materials, creative community partnerships, and innovative delivery models. Prospera’s mission is to make prosperity achievable for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.
David is the author of The Financial Empowerment Handbook, a nationally recognized guide praised for its clarity, accessibility, and real-world relevance, as well as Steps to Prosperity, a modern parable that teaches the same core lessons through story and relatable life experiences. His work has been adopted by schools, universities, and community organizations across the country as a foundation for financial literacy and personal growth.
As Financial Content Facilitator for Drew School, David brings a forward-thinking, human-centered approach to financial education—one that connects real-world decision-making with lifelong learning. His work bridges entrepreneurship, education, and technology to prepare students with the confidence and practical skills to thrive in an evolving economy.
David Gatchell
Lead Instructor, Financial Literacy Program
David Gatchell is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and financial literacy innovator dedicated to helping people build prosperous, independent lives through education and entrepreneurship. With nearly two decades of experience founding and leading mission-driven ventures, he brings a rare blend of practical business expertise and passion for teaching financial empowerment.
David is the founder of Four Gifts Publishing, a company devoted to developing high-quality educational content that inspires, motivates, and guides others toward prosperity. Through books, curricula, and training programs, Four Gifts Publishing equips learners of all ages with the tools and understanding needed to achieve financial independence and long-term success.
He also leads Prospera Literacy, the nonprofit arm of his work, which extends financial education to wider and often underserved audiences through lower-cost materials, creative community partnerships, and innovative delivery models. Prospera’s mission is to make prosperity achievable for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.
David is the author of The Financial Empowerment Handbook, a nationally recognized guide praised for its clarity, accessibility, and real-world relevance, as well as Steps to Prosperity, a modern parable that teaches the same core lessons through story and relatable life experiences. His work has been adopted by schools, universities, and community organizations across the country as a foundation for financial literacy and personal growth.
As Financial Content Facilitator for Drew School, David brings a forward-thinking, human-centered approach to financial education—one that connects real-world decision-making with lifelong learning. His work bridges entrepreneurship, education, and technology to prepare students with the confidence and practical skills to thrive in an evolving economy.
David Gatchell
Lead Instructor, Financial Literacy Program
David Gatchell is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and financial literacy innovator dedicated to helping people build prosperous, independent lives through education and entrepreneurship. With nearly two decades of experience founding and leading mission-driven ventures, he brings a rare blend of practical business expertise and passion for teaching financial empowerment.
David is the founder of Four Gifts Publishing, a company devoted to developing high-quality educational content that inspires, motivates, and guides others toward prosperity. Through books, curricula, and training programs, Four Gifts Publishing equips learners of all ages with the tools and understanding needed to achieve financial independence and long-term success.
He also leads Prospera Literacy, the nonprofit arm of his work, which extends financial education to wider and often underserved audiences through lower-cost materials, creative community partnerships, and innovative delivery models. Prospera’s mission is to make prosperity achievable for everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.
David is the author of The Financial Empowerment Handbook, a nationally recognized guide praised for its clarity, accessibility, and real-world relevance, as well as Steps to Prosperity, a modern parable that teaches the same core lessons through story and relatable life experiences. His work has been adopted by schools, universities, and community organizations across the country as a foundation for financial literacy and personal growth.
As Financial Content Facilitator for Drew School, David brings a forward-thinking, human-centered approach to financial education—one that connects real-world decision-making with lifelong learning. His work bridges entrepreneurship, education, and technology to prepare students with the confidence and practical skills to thrive in an evolving economy.