Global Learning Charter Public School -- Teacher Biographies

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				Sherrie Gilmore Sherrie Gilmore, school nurse, has worked as an RN for 15 years. She received a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Northeastern University. Sherrie, who served as a US Army nurse, has earned an expert field medical badge and is a trained military parachutist.

				Carmen Gamboa Carmen Gamboa is in her sixth year with GLCPS. Carmen has over ten years of experience working with individuals with special needs. Carmen enjoys arts and crafts, particularly scrapbooking and quilting. She is pleased that five of her grandchildren have attended GLCPS.

				Linda Andrade Linda Andrade is one of our founding GLCPS team members and is our Mathematics Coach. Linda received her bachelor's degree in elementary education from Rhode Island College and completed the Principal Licensure Program at UMass Dartmouth. Linda is a member of ASCD and NCTM.

Special Education
				Niki Enos Niki Enos is a special education teacher serving grades 5-8. She received her BS in psychology from Bridgewater State College and her M.Ed. from Lesley University. Prior to coming to GLCPS, Niki worked for several years as an ABA/behavior therapist for young children with autism spectrum disorders.

				Amanda McDonnell Amanda McDonnell is a special education teacher. Amanda received her BA at Utica College of Syracuse University in psychology, with a concentration in child-life studies. Amanda is currently working on her Masters in Special Education from Lesley University.

				Amanda Rezendes Amanda Rezendes is an experienced special education teacher. She taught for a year at the elementary school level after working as a substitute elementary school teacher and as a preschool teacher for five years. Amanda earned her BA in history at Bridgewater State University and her MA in special education at Lesley University. Amanda's passion for her field extends into her personal life: She is a soccer coach for children with special needs in both the fall and spring. Her love for history has led to several travel adventures, including Europe and Asia; she hopes one day to get to every continent! Amanda is also an experienced horsewoman; She has been riding horses for 20 years and participates weekly in agility training.

				Tarsha Veiga Tarsha Veiga is a certified special education teacher working with 5th and 7th grades. She has 10 years of teaching experience. Prior to joining GLCPS she volunteered for 3 years with the Peace Corps in Lesotho (Southern Africa) and was involved with improving elementary education. Her interest in educational development is based on her desire to address the critical needs of all learners. She has traveled to Europe, Asia, and Africa to pursue her interests in education, foreign relations and cultural exchange. Her successes are the result of her perseverance and willingness to explore nontraditional methods to solve problems. She has a BS in elementary education and sociology with a minor in criminal justice from Bridgewater State College and has a master's degree in special education. During her free time, Tarsha enjoys outdoor activities and reading.

				Chris Warren Chris Warren is a special education teacher with ten years of experience with a focus on inclusion mathematics and science. He served as an interim vice principal for two years and coached high school junior varsity baseball for five years. Chris earned his BA in psychology from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and his MA in education form Bridgewater State University.

				Ashley Champagne Ashley Champagne is in her third year as one of our paraprofessionals. Ashley received her bachelor's degree in history from Bridgewater State University and has four years of experience working in classrooms. GLCPS was fortunate to have Ashley as a substitute during the later part of the 2009-10 school year. Swimming is an important part of her life and she has been a swimming instructor for ten years; currently Ashley is co-coach of the GLCPS swimming program.

				Christienne Santos Christienne Santos, special education paraprofessional, graduate Summa Cum Laude from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth with a BA in English and French. One highlight of her academic experience was studying French in an inclusion program in Quebec, Canada. Christienne has worked as a substitute teacher for Fairhaven public schools and is an instructor at Dancemakers Dance Studio in Fairhaven, teaching students from 3 to 18 years old. In her spare time, Christienne enjoys studying all types of dancing.

Arts, Wellness, Technology and Foreign Language
				Scott Borowicz Scott Borowicz is the GLCPS physical and health education teacher. A teacher for over 13 years, this is his sixth year at GLCPS. Scott received his BS in exercise science from Bridgewater State College and is certified as a personal trainer by the American Council on Exercise. He also serves as coach of the GLCPS cross country and basketball teams and is building our extracurricular athletic program.

				Sandra Chicca Sandra Chicca has 15 years of teaching experience. She has taught technology at GLCPS for six years. Sandra completed her undergraduate education at Bridgewater State College and went on to receive her MA from Framingham State. She is a member of Massachusetts Computer Using Educators (MassCUE).

				Kimberly Dauplaise Kimberly Dauplaise is our Tang Soo Do instructor and, as a founding team member, has been at GLCPS for ten years. A certified instructor through the World Tang Soo Do Association (WTSDA), Kim has trained for 16 years and has taught for a total of 12 years. She is a fixture at monthly regional clinics, training and tournaments all over New England. Kim is a six-time regional Grand Champion and has competed and placed in five World Championships. She is also a certified Center Judge under the World Tang Soo Do Association Championship Judging program. Kim was instrumental in establishing the Tang Soo Do program here at GLCPS as well as the Global Karate Academy which is a Black Belt school and competes regionally and nationally.

				Scott Daugherty Scott Daugherty, music teacher, has ten years of teaching experience, three years of which he spent teaching in New York City public schools. He received his BA from University of Massachusetts Amherst and an MA from Mannes College of Music in New York. Scott is an accomplished trumpet player who has performed in Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall in New York and Symphony Hall in Boston. He is the substitute trumpeter with the Albany Symphony Orchestra. Pass by the GLCPS campus and you might hear a trumpet melody coming from the music room where Scott sometimes plays! Scott also enjoys photography and spending time with his wife and his puppy, Beethoven.

				Salome Duarte Oliveira Salome Oliveira, Spanish teacher, has four years of experience as a teacher and several years of experience as coordinator of after-school programs. Salome, who speaks fluently in five languages, received her bachelor's and master's degrees from University of Massachusetts Amherst. Born and raised in Cape Verde, Salome has lived in the United States for 14 years. Salome also has experience as a translator and generously utilizes her language skills to help others.

				Milagros Rodriguez Milagros Rodriguez, high school Spanish teacher, has nine years of teaching experience. She received her associate's degree from Ricardo Palma University in Lima, Peru and her bachelor's degree from Fitchburg University before attending University of Massachusetts Dartmouth where she earned her master's degree. Active with the Maya-K'iche organization which supports the Mayan and non-Mayan Central American community in the New Bedford area, Milagros is excited to join GLCPS.

				Amy Schusser Amy Schusser, visual arts teacher, is well-known in the local arts education community, having taught for 15 years in local public schools and for 12 years at Artworks!, an arts center that serves the greater New Bedford community. She received her bachelor's degree from Johnson State College in Vermont, and her master's degree at Ohio State University. A member of the New Bedford Art Museum, Amy has served on the New Bedford Open Studios committee and was an artist/facilitator for the Art-All-State program at the Worcester Art Museum for eight years.

				Jon Vecchiarelli Jon Vecchiarelli, visual arts teacher, has been at GLCPS for seven years. Jon has eight years of teaching experience. He received his BFA from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in art education with a studio concentration in painting. Jon is a member of the National Art Education Association (NAEA) and the National Educator of the Arts Collaborative (NEAC).

				Kristina Soprano Kristina Soprano is a first year ESL teacher. She graduated from Roger Williams University with a double major in Elementary Education and Spanish. She is currently studying to get her Masters in ESL and cross-cultural studies at Brown University. Kristina has teaching experience from Nathanael Greene Elementary School in Pawtucket, RI as well as substitute teaching experience in elementary schools throughout the Pawtucket, RI school district. She is a member of the International Society for Technology in Education and a member of the Association for Science Teacher Education.

Grade 5
				Adam Branch Adam Branch has been with GLCPS for five years and is a 5th grade teacher. Adam received his undergraduate degree in psychology at Rhode Island College and his teaching certification from University of Massahusetts Dartmouth.

				Ann Devine Ann Devine has been at GLCPS for five years. She has 8 years of teaching experience. Ann received her BA in history from Bridgewater State College and is working towards her Masters in Education. She brings experience in curriculum mapping to GLCPS. An Advocate for the Federation for Children, Ann has also been involved as a vice president of a special education parent council and serves on the GLCPS Principal's School Council. In the winter season, Ann is the head coach for Coyle and Cassidy High School Varsity Swim Team.

				Charlene Elias Charlene Elias is in her fifth year of teaching at GLCPS and is one of our grade 5 teachers. She brings over twelve years of teaching experience to GLCPS. Charlene completed her undergraduate education at Northeastern University and received her MA in Education at University of Phoenix.

				Meghan Krauss Meghan Krauss, fifth grade mathematics/science teacher, is a first-year teacher with experience as a student teacher in both Puerto Rico and New Bedford. She earned her BA in elementary education with a minor in marine biology at Roger Williams University.

Grade 6
				Elizabeth Chouinard Elizabeth Chouinard has been one of our teachers for seven years. She brings 28 years of teaching experience to GLCPS. Prior to joining the GLCPS team, Beth taught at Bishop Connolly High School, Saint James Saint John School, Fisher College and Bishop Stang High School. Beth received her BA from UMass Lowell. She is a fellow with the Buzzards Bay Writing Project which is a part of the National Writing Project. Beth enjoys singing and is an active thespian in New Bedford's Your Theatre.

				Michael Clappi Michael Clappi has taught for eleven years, five of which have been here at GLCPS. He is one of our grade 5 teachers. Michael received his BA in psychology from Saint Anselm College and moved on to Cambridge College to receive his Masters in Education. He also co-coaches the GLCPS sports club.

				Wendy O'Gallagher Wendy O'Gallagher is in her sixth year as one of our teachers. Wendy received a BA in elementary education from Rhode Island College and a BA from Hofstra University in teacher speech and hearing handicapped. She went on to University of Connecticut to receive her MA in audiology. Wendy has participated in curriculum development for the RI Writing Project and the National Park Service as well as participating in the New Media Literacy pilot program through Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She enjoys writing and is the coordinator of the GLCPS school newspaper, the Global Gazette.

				Polly Zajac Polly Zajac is one of our grade 6 teachers. She has been with GLCPS for eight years and has been in the education field for 20 years. Polly received her BA in elementary education with a minor in Spanish from UMass Amherst and went on to receive her M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction with a specialization in literacy from Lesley University. She is on the board of the Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEAL) and a curriculum consultant for the National Park Service. Polly enjoys music and performance as evidenced by her role as chorus manager of the New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus, as well as her co-coordinating GLCPS' Drama Club. She recently received first runner up for the 2009 Teacher of the Year Award from the Standard Times and Community Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts.

Grade 8
				Rick Monast

				Lauren Allain

				Anne Malmquist Anne Malmquist teaches grade 8 social studies at GLCPS and has been on staff for six years. She has 15 years of teaching experience. Anne received her BA in English, BS in English education and M.Ed. in reading from Boston University. Anne enjoys facilitating teacher trainings and working with new teachers.

				Darlease Monteiro Darlease Monteiro teaches grade 8 science. She has been at GLCPS for six years and has nine years of teaching experience from St. Anthony's school. Darlease received her BA from Temple University and her MA in education from Lesley University.

				J. Greg Paone J. Greg Paone is in his second year at GLCPS as our 8th grade mathematics and science teacher following a 12-year tenure as a classroom teacher at Holbrook Junior-Senior High School. Having completed his bachelor's in mathematics and physics from Bridgewater State College, Greg then pursued his master's in education at Fitchburg State College. Greg comes from a family of teachers, and he and his wife have two children, Thomas and Caroline.

Grade 7

				John Regan John Regan is in his third year as an English teacher at GLCPS. He received both his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, in English and teaching, respectively. He is also the assistant football coach at the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth.

				Ryan Lynch Ryan Lynch, teaching grade 7 social studies, has been at GLCPS for six years. He received a BA in both history and philosophy from Rhode Island College. Ryan is currently pursuing his Masters in teaching at UMass Dartmouth. He recently received an honorable mention for the 2009 Teacher of the Year Award from the Standard Times and Community Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts.

				Susan Cipoletti Susan Cipoletti is in her third year as one of our 7th grade mathematics teachers. This is her third year of teaching. Susan received her undergraduate degree at Stonehill College in elementary education and mathematics.
Grades 9 - 12
				Heather Berkley Heather Berkley, high school English teacher, previously taught at Holy Trinity School in Fall River as a substitute teacher. She received her bachelor's degree in English/secondary education and her master's in literacy.

				Michael Giroux Michael Giroux is in his second year as a member of our high school English team. He came to us from Bishop Hendrickson High School in Warwick, RI where he taught for five years. Michael received his BA in English and film studies and master's in English, both from Rhode Island College.

				Jon McDonnell Jon McDonnell is in his sixth year as a high school English teacher at GLCPS. He received his BA in English from Merrimack College. Jon is passionate about classical literature and early foundations of English literature and brings that expertise to his classes.

				Heidi Eastman Heidi Eastman has over 18 years of teaching experience, seven of which have been here at GLCPS as one of our high school history instructors. She received her BA in art history and French as well as her certificate in Western European Studies from UMass Amherst and her MA in French and political science from New York University. In addition, she has a French language diploma from the Institut d'Etudes Francaises at the Universite d'Aix-Marseille III and a diploma in French language and art from the Institut Brittannique, in Paris. In 1993, Heidi co-founded the French-American School of Rhode Island, a bilingual elementary school in Providence. During her time at FASRI, she both taught and served on the Board of Trustees as President. She is an Instructional Team Member representing social studies at GLCPS. Heidi enjoys traveling and gardening.

				Cynthia Sigler Cynthia Sigler is in her eighth year of teaching and has been with GLCPS for six years. She is our one of our high school history teachers. Cynthia received her BA from Assumption College and is currently pursuing her Masters in teaching at UMass Dartmouth. She enjoys advising student extra-curricular activities, particularly Student Council, which she has coordinated for the past three years.

				Ian Burrows Ian Burrows is in his second year at GLCPS. He was previously a mathematics tutor at Sylvan Learning Centers. Ian received his BA in design and his teaching certification from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. He completed the TEACH Southcoast program through UMass as well.

				Debra DePietro Debra DePietro is in her third year as one of our high school mathematics teachers. Debra received her bachelor's degree in mathematics and physics from the University of Rhode Island. She has over eight years of teaching experience at Barnstable High School and Fairhaven High School. Debra's volunteer work has included GED tutoring as well as working with the Coalition for Buzzard's Bay.

				Brian Resendes Brian Resendes, high school mathematics teacher, taught at the collegiate level for two years. Brian received his bachelor's degree in secondary ed/mathematics from Rhode Island College and studied at the University of Rhode Island where he received a master's degree in mathematics. He is a member of the national mathematics honorary society, Pi Mu Epsilon and the international educational honor society, Kappa Delta Pi.

				Shukla Sengupta Shukla Sengupta has been teaching for 13 years. She is one of our high school mathematics teachers and has been at GLCPS for six years. This year, she will be teaching our new Advanced Placement Statistics course. Shukla received her undergraduate education and her Masters in statistics at B.H.U. in India, and her Masters in business from UMass Dartmouth. She is a member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).

				Diana Cost Diana Cost, middle and high school science teacher. Diana received her associate's degree in chemistry and her bachelor's in mathematics/science from Indiana University before going on to Lesley University for her MA in education. She has 10 years of teaching experience at both the middle and high school levels. She is a member of MCAS assessment development committee for biology, the national board sciences standard committee, and is a fellow of both the American physiological society research experience for teachers (RET) program and Northeastern University RET program. She has served as an advisor for engineering and science clubs and as a capstone advisor. Diana has also written two research articles on project-based inquiry.

				Jessica Harris Jessica Harris is in her third year at GLCPS. She received her undergraduate degree in biology and environmental studies from Bowdoin College and master's degrees in marine science in fisheries and elementary education from the University of Rhode Island and Lesley University, respectively. Jessica has more than fourteen years of teaching experience, including mathematics and science instruction in Falmouth. Additionally, she served as the Education Coordinator for the Westport River Watershed Alliance.

				William Lee William Lee is in his second year as one of GLCPS' high school science teachers. In addition to his 11 years of formal classroom teaching experience, he has over 30 years of experience teaching professional engineers through the Volunteer Chemical Society. William received his undergraduate degree from the University of the South and his graduate degree from Northeastern University, both in chemistry. He is a member of the American Chemical Society and the Society of Plastics Engineers.

				Robert Rutkiewicz Robert Rutkiewicz, high school physics teacher, has 35 years of teaching experience in secondary mathematics and science. He is a graduate of University of Rhode Island. An avid sailor, Robert is a member of the Warren, Rhode Island Conservation Commission and the Elks of Bristol County, Rhode Island.