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Teachers & Staff

Ms. Kristen Aumann
Preschool & Summer Camp Coordinator
  • 1st Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children are capable.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: dynamic
Mrs. Stephanie Bock
Half-day Pre-kindergarten
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because of the school's commitment to student success.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: community
Ms. Anila Gray
Full-day Pre-kindergarten
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest
  • I believe all children can reach their potential.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: motivating
Ms. Michelle Friscia
Full-day Pre-kindergarten & Extended Day Coordinator
  • 1st Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • My mission as a teacher is to make all children feel safe and give them the chance to grow.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: good-hearted
Ms. Christina Mark
Kindergarten
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children can do more than they believe.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: awesome
Ms. Liza Blacker
Grade 1
  • 6th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because I believe the school fosters an environment where all children and adults can thrive.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: engaging
Ms. Rachel Kosansky
Grade 2
  • 1st Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because I believe in the mission of the school.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: impactful
Ms. Andrea Wood
Grade 3
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest
  • I believe all children can teach me something and have a voice worth listening to.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: responsive
Mrs. Marilyn Barrette
Grade 4
  • 7th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children can reach their potential.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: community
Mrs. Rebecca Cookson
Grade 5/6
  • 1st year at Pinecrest
  • My mission as a teacher is to model kindness and respect, while developing students that are excited and proud of their learning.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: future
Coach Mustapha Sanowar
Physical Education
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • He/him
  • My mission as a teacher is to help as many children as possible become productive citizens of their communities.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: supportive
Mrs. Anne Sidney
K-6 Creative Movement
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest (longer including summer camp)
  • She/her
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because here we are able to foster individual growth.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: discovery
Ms. Julane Havens
Performance with Shakespeare Theatre Company
  • 2nd Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest I choose to teach at Pinecrest because the community believes in the importance of arts education.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: joy
Mr. Cole Holland
Music with Tolbert Music LLC
  • 3rd Year at Pinecrest
  • He/him
  • I believe all children can accomplish anything with practice and patience.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: inspiring
Mr. Daniel Engel
STEAM
  • 2nd Year at Pinecrest
  • He/him
  • I believe all children are talented in their own way.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: positive
Ms. Chloe Rier
Teaching Assistant & After-care
  • 1st Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I am a teacher, a helper, and a leader.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: positivity
Ms. Carolyn Fitchett
K-6 After-care
  • 7th Year at Pinecrest
  • I believe all children can learn and soar.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: unique
Mrs. Hatefeh Saleh
After-care
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because it is a safe and positive space for our students.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: welcoming
Ms. Dolly Gomes
After-Care
  • 2nd Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • My mission as a teacher is to foster each child's unique talent.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: rewarding
Ms. Natalie Vazquez
After-care
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children can reach their goals.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: special
Mrs. Courtnay Weitekamp
Substitute Teacher
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • My mission as a teacher is to create a family atmosphere while teaching children to love to read, write, and do math.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: family
Mrs. Sophie Ferrier
Substitute Teacher
  • 26th Year at Pinecrest
  • I believe all children are unique.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: one-of-a-kind
Mrs. Linda Conroy
Finance Associate
  • 5th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children are precious.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: community!
Ms. Stacey Hernandez
Office Manager
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • My mission as a teacher is to make learning fun and build confidence to be yourself.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: amazing
Ms. Ragan Sawyer
Admissions & Marketing Director
  • 4th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • I believe all children are change-makers.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: inclusive
Ms. Cynthia Sambro
Director of Academics
  • 8th Year at Pinecrest
  • She/her
  • My mission in my role is to be of service.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: love
Mr. Darren Holgate
Head of School
  • 2nd Year at Pinecrest
  • He/him
  • I choose to teach at Pinecrest because it is filled with talented, loving, and dedicated people.
  • Pinecrest in 1 word: devoted
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