Staffing Updates 2015-2016

Staffing Updates 2015-2016

Ms. Maggie Bolt   Second Grade Teacher

Ms. Bolt is transferring to us from the North Intermediate School where she taught 5^th grade last year. Ms. Bolt has worked within a second and third grade classroom in the past. She is well versed in readers and writers workshop. Ms. Bolt is excited to be returning to her roots as an elementary school teacher. Ms. Bolt is taking over for Mrs. Walsh who has recently accepted a position at the Boutwell as a kindergarten teacher.

Mrs. Bridget Lipski First Grade Teacher

Mrs. Lipski has been a long term substitute here at the Shawsheen Elementary School covering for a second grade leave of absence. Mrs. Lipski has her Early Childhood license and her masters in education. She has subbed in the district for 3 years and is part of our Shawsheen community. Mrs. Lipski is taking over for Mrs. O’Connor who has recently accepted a position at the Boutwell as a kindergarten teacher.

Mrs. Jalisa Butler Pathways Teacher

Mrs. Butler has been covering a long term leave this year in the Pathways program. Ms. Butler is no stranger to the Shawsheen School as she started off her as an aide and we are thrilled that she has returned as the teacher.

Ms. Karen O’Reilly Administrative Assistant

Mrs. O’Reilly has been covering the long term leave for our Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Peterson. Mrs. Peterson will be returning for a short time prior to her retirement and Mrs. O’Reilly and she will have some overlap time. Mrs. O’Reilly has been doing a tremendous job filling in as our administrative assistant. She is also not a stranger to the community or the school. She has worked in the system as a substitute and as an aide. She also brings with her essential office skills and a warm and welcoming personality.

Mr. Ben Pershouse Language Based Classroom

Mr. Pershouse is coming to us from Ayer public schools. Mr. Pershouse is a special educator who is Wilson certified and works with a variety of specialized instruction. Mr. Pershouse comes to us with 4 years of experience teaching and we are excited to have him on board. Mr. Pershouse is replacing Mrs. Tappendorf who will be moving to service special education students in grade 1.

Ms. Kelly McKeown  First Grade Teacher

Ms. McKeown was hired last year and did a terrific job in third grade. We have eliminated one grade 3 classroom and transferred Ms. McKeown to first grade. Ms. McKeown is certified in Elementary Education and has her Masters degree. Ms. McKeown is looking forward to working with grade one.

Mr. Richard Dineen  Long Term Assistant Principal

Mr. Dineen comes to us from charter school experience as a teacher and administrator. We are fortunate that Mr. Dineen has completed his administrator program through MESPA and is now certified as a principal/assistant principal. Mr. Dineen will be with us until the end of December.

Ms. Erin Cowden, First Grade Teacher

Ms. Cowden is no stranger to the Shawsheen Elementary School. Ms. Cowden completed her student teacher here and also covered a long term leave in grade one. Ms. Cowden has graduated with her BA from Rivier College and has obtained her early childhood license, elementary license and special education license. We are very fortunate to welcome her to our first grade team and Shawsheen community.

Mr. Michael Bullers, Health Teacher

Mr. Bullers is licensed and certified in Health education in Pa, Maryland and Massachusetts. He has worked in Washington for the past few years and is now relocating to this area. Michael displayed a passion for education and teaching Health during his interview. He also has a positive outlook and optimistic approach to life and learning. He has many experiences working in urban schools and particularly with character education and bullying. He also contributes to the communities that he works in by coaching and assisting in other ways. We are excited to welcome Michael on board.