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  • Suzanne Ament, M. S. Information Science, Pennsylvania Certification in Elementary K-6, Middle Level Math 6-8
    Math Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching: 33
    Years at The Campus School: 4
    What I like about teaching:
    "Every class brings something new and exciting to the classroom."
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  • Marissa Andersen, B. S. Elementary Education, M. Ed. Education, PA Reading Specialist
    Reading Specialist
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching: 11
    What I like about The Campus School:
    "The close family atmosphere. The students are so well-mannered and pleasant. I am enjoying my first year at The Campus School."
    Email Mrs. Andersen

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  • Erica Armbruster, B. A. Psychology, Early Childhood Education Certificate, M. S. Applied Developmental Psychology
    PreKindergarten Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching: 3
    Years at The Campus School: 3
    What I like about teaching:
    "I enjoy getting to know each of the students and their families. I also love working with The Campus School families and faculty. Everyone is very supportive and always willing to help."
    Email Ms. Armbruster

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  • Louise Baker
    PreKindergarten Teacher Assistant
    Years Teaching: 16
    Years at The Campus School: 9
    What I like about teaching: "The children, families, teachers, and administrators."
    Email Mrs. Baker

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  • Thomas Booth, B. S. Music Education, M. A. Musicology
    Band Teacher
    Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Eastern Kentucky University, Duquesne University, Temple University
    Years Teaching: 44
    Years at The Campus School: 13
    What I like about teaching: " Working with students to show them how music can be an important part of their lives."

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  • Kathleen Colletto, B. A. Liberal Studies
    Director of Extended Day
    Alma Mater:
    Carlow University
    Years Teaching:
    12
    Years at The Campus School:
    33
    What I like about teaching:
    "It is such a comfortable environment. The children are so at ease with each other and the adults (teachers, staff, etc.) they have contact with throughout their day."

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  • Amy Collins, MLIS (Masters of Library and Information Science), KED (Elementary and Kindergarten Education)
    School Librarian
    Alma Mater: Pennsylvania State University, University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching: 3
    Years at The Campus School: 4
    What I like about teaching: "I love watching as students discover new concepts in learning the "ah ha" moment."
    Email Ms. Collins

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  • Stephanie Conrad, B. S. Elementary Education, Montessori Early Childhood
    Montessori Teacher
    Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, North American Montessori Center, Carlow University
    Years Teaching: 13
    Years at The Campus School: 6
    What I like about teaching: "I work with lovely children in a beautifully prepared Montessori environment."
    Email Mrs. Conrad

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  • Maria DeFeo
    Receptionist & School Secretary
    Alma Mater: Community College of Allegheny County
    Years as Secretary/Receptionist: 16

    Years at The Campus School:
    2
    What I like about The Campus School:
    "The Campus School is truly a welcoming place full of creative students and teachers."
    Email Mrs. DeFeo

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  • Nicolle Sestric DeSilva, B. A. Psychology, M. Ed. Elementary Education
    Third Grade Teacher
    Years Teaching: 4
    Years at The Campus School: 4
    What I like about teaching:
    "The Campus School's staff, students and families make it a wonderful place to teach."
    Email Mrs. DeSilva

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  • Jennifer Filak, B. S. Elementary Education, M. Ed. Curriculum & Instruction
    First Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Gannon University
    Years Teaching: 13
    Years at The Campus School:
    6
    What I li
    ke about teaching: "I love seeing the growth in each child from the beginning of the year to the end of the year."
    Email Mrs. Filak

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  • Jennifer Fitzhenry, B. S. Business Management, M. Ed. Elementary Education
    Kindergarten Teacher
    Alma Mater: Carlow University
    Years Teaching: 5
    Years at The Campus School: 5
    What I like about teaching: "My small class."
    Email Mrs. Fitzhenry

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  • Father Robert J. George, BA, MA, AFSC
    School Chaplain
    Alma Mater: Duquesne University, Mt. St. Mary College and Seminary
    Years Teaching: 41
    Years at The Campus School:
    13
    What I like about teaching:
    "Teaching enables me to learn more and then share it with others."

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  • Theresa Hassett, B. S. Elementary Education, M. S. Computer Technology Education
    Computer Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    University of Missouri - KC, Nova Southeastern
    Years Teaching:
    13
    Years at The Campus School:
    10
    What I like about teaching:
    "The students!"
    Email Mrs. Hassett

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  • Laura Kelley , B. S. Elementary Education, M. Ed. Elementary Education
    Montessori Teacher Assistant
    Alma Mater:
    Ohio University, Cambridge College
    Years Teaching: 15
    Years at The Campus School:
    New
    What I li
    ke about teaching: "I enjoy watching the children gain confidence and independence as they grow and learn throughout the year. I also cherish the relationships formed with children and families and find being a part of their academic as well as social and emotional development very rewarding."
    Email Mrs. Kelley

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  • Shannon Kotvas, B. S. Elementary Education, B. S. Early Childhood Education
    Science Teacher, 4-5
    Alma Mater:
    Clarion University of Pennsylvania
    Years Teaching: 6
    Years at The Campus School:
    3
    What I li
    ke about teaching: "The sense of community among the students, teachers and families! ."
    Email Mrs. Kotvas

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  • DeAnna Kwiecinski, B. A. Fine Arts, M. A. T. Elementary Education K-6, Math 7-8-9 Certification
    Math Teacher, 3-4-5
    Alma Mater:
    Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching:
    14
    Years at The Campus School:
    10
    What I like about teaching:
    "The encouragement, support and infectious learning environment created by the students, faculty, and parents."
    Email Mrs. Kwiecinski

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  • Luann Lagnese, B. S. Psychology, M. S. Elementary Education
    Second Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater: California University of Pennsylvania
    Years Teaching: 19
    Years at The Campus School: 10
    What I like about teaching: "When a child "gets it" and watching them grow and progress from year to year."
    Email Mrs. Lagnese

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  • Laura Laird, B. A. Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Certificate of Early Childhood, Montessori Philosophy
    Montessori Teacher
    Alma Mater: Point Park University, Montessori Centre International
    Years Teaching: 11
    Years at The Campus School: 11
    What I like about teaching: "Wonderful parent support, value based education, and the opportunity to teach the Montessori Method."
    Email Mrs. Laird

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  • Margaret Lazar, B. A. Education, M. A. Speech Communication & Theater, M. A. Education
    Religion Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    Carlow University, Duquesne University
    Years Teaching:
    35
    Years at The Campus School:
    18
    What I like about teaching:
    "I love working with such great students and teachers."
    Email Mrs. Lazar

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  • Alice Loughney, B. A. Secondary Social Studies, M. A. Elementary, Gifted and Talented
    Fourth & Fifth Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    Marietta College, Carlow University
    Years Teaching:
    24
    Years at The Campus School:
    20
    What I like about teaching: "
    To positively impact so many children's lives."
    Email Mrs. Loughney

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  • Brett Marcoux, B. A. Public Relations, MBA
    Assistant Director & Head of Admissions
    Alma Mater:
    Marietta College, Carlow University
    Years Teaching: 5
    Years as an Administrator:
    5
    Years at The Campus School: New
    What I like about being an Administrator:
    "The ability to connect with students, parents and teachers in all grade levels."
    Email Mr. Marcoux

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  • Karen McDowell, B. A. English, M. A. Teaching, Elementary Education Certification, Math 7-8-9, English, Science
    Social Studies Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    Duquesne University, University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching:
    24
    Years at The Campus School:
    6
    What I like about teaching:
    "Working with such great kids."
    Email Ms. McDowell

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  • Sister Mary Ann Moses RSM, B. S. , M. A. Music Education, Voice and Piano - Opera Workshops Certified, Greyorian Chant, Adult Music and Orchestration
    Private Voice/Piano Lessons
    Alma Mater: Mount Mercy, Carlow University,
    Duquesne University
    Years Teaching:
    57
    Years at The Campus School:
    36
    What I like about teaching: "
    I take great delight in watching each child develop his or her musical skills while instilling a great love for music. "

 

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  • Maureen Newell, B. A. Liberal Arts, M. A. Reading and Language Arts
    Fourth & Fifth Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    St. Vincent College, Duquesne University
    Years Teaching:
    18
    Years at The Campus School:
    4
    What I like about teaching:
    "I love watching the children learn and grow throughout the year."
    Email Mrs. Newell

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  • Patricia Patterson, B. S. Education
    French Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    West Virginia University
    Years Teaching:
    25
    Years at The Campus School:
    25
    What I like about teaching:
    "My students!"
    Email Mrs. Patterson

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  • Valerie Patilla , B. S. Elementary Education, M. A. Early Childhood Education
    Preschool Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    Point Park University, Carlow University
    Years Teaching: 18
    Years at The Campus School:
    New
    What I li
    ke about teaching: "Providing children with experiences/materials that they can manipulate to achieve developmental milestones. The relationships that I build with the children in my class; working with other administration and other teachers to achieve common goals; building parent-teacher relationships."
    Email Ms. Patilla

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  • Sarah Posti, B. A. Liberal Studies, M. A. Elementary Education
    Third Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching:
    18
    Years at The Campus School:
    15
    What I like about teaching:
    "The fact that the children come to school eager to learn, and they have ownership of the building! Their work is everywhere to see."
    Email Mrs. Posti

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  • Jacqueline Reinbold, B. S. Elementary Education
    First Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    University of Pittsburgh
    Years Teaching:
    15
    Years at The Campus School:
    4
    What I like about teaching: "Creating a classroom that is fun but challenging. My classroom inspires children to learn."
    Email Mrs. Reinbold

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  • Pamela Pyska, B. S. Health Physical Education Recreation
    Swim Teacher
    Alma Mater: Slippery Rock University
    Years Teaching: 27
    Years at The Campus School: 26
    What I like about teaching: "The children are wonderful and the atmosphere is so friendly!"
    Email Ms. Pyska

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  • Catherine Ryan, B. A. Business Administration
    Montessori Teacher Assistant
    Alma Mater: Ashland College
    Years Teaching: 7
    Years at The Campus School: 7
    What I like about teaching: "That I can spend my days in a caring environment. I feel I can contribute as well as continue to learn and grow."
    Email Ms. Ryan

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  • Emily Simpson, B. S. Elementary Education, M. A. Education (Curriculum & Instruction); Pennsylvania Certified K-6; Certified to teach Gifted & Talented (California State University); Certified to teach ESL (San Diego University)
    Math and Language Arts Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    California University of Pennsylvania, California State University
    Years Teaching:
    11
    Years at The Campus School:
    1
    What I like about teaching:
    "Teaching is my dream job. As a teacher, I strive to be a positive influence and instill a true love of learning."
    Email Mrs. Simpson

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  • Veronica Slain, M. Ed. Elementary Education, B. S. Health Education
    Second Grade Teacher
    Alma Mater:
    Carlow University, Slippery Rock University
    Years Teaching:
    12
    Years at The Campus School:
    5
    What I like about teaching:
    "Having a small group of children in my class who are interested and motivated to learn."
    Email Mrs. Slain

  • Sara Sora, B. S. Sociology, M. S. Education, Wilson Language Trained
    Literacy Tutor
    Alma Mater:
    Catholic University of America, Hunter College
    Years Teaching:
    12
    Years at The Campus School:
    10
    What I like about teaching:
    "Being surrounded by young, energetic, inquisitive minds! "
    Email Mrs. Sora

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  • Anna Sproul, B. S. Music Education, M. A. Music Performance, ORFF I Certification
    Music Teacher
    Alma Mater: Grove City College, Duquesne University, George Mason University
    Years Teaching: 9
    Years at The Campus School: 9
    What I like about teaching: "Personal interaction with every student."
    Email Mrs. Sproul

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  • Roberta Tennant, B. S. Health/Physical Education
    Physical Education Teacher
    Alma Mater: Slippery Rock University
    Years Teaching: 42
    Years at The Campus School: 25
    What I like about teaching: "I feel like I'm growing (learning) and yet there is a wonderful comfort zone!"
    Email Mrs. Tennant

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  • Marlene Unverdorben
    Montessori Teacher Assistant
    Years Teaching: 25
    Years at The Campus School: 5
    What I love about teaching: "The relaxed atmosphere."
    Email Mrs. Unverdorben

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  • Lisa Vudy, M. A. Education
    English & Literature Teacher, 7-8
    Alma Mater:
    Brandeis University, University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University
    Years Teaching: Many
    Years at The Campus School:
    Many
    What I like about teaching:
    "That students love to learn."
    Email Ms. Vudy

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  • Linda Wallen, B. A. Painting, 2 years graduate school, 5 years as street artist in New Orleans
    French Teacher, PreKindergarten - 5
    Alma Mater: Indiana University at Bloomington
    Years Teaching: 39
    Years at The Campus School: 15
    What I like about teaching: "The opportunity to combine music, art, and language...and to play."
    Email Ms. Wallen

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  • Jill Weiss, B. S., Art Certification K-12, M. Ed. Education
    Art Instructor, Student Teacher Supervisor for Carlow University Art Education program
    Alma Mater:
    University of Oregon, Carlow University
    Years Teaching: Many
    Years at The Campus School: 18

    What I like about teaching:
    "Flexibility, support, and small class size."
    Email Ms. Weiss

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  • Susan Wirth-Loera, B. S. Education, M. Ed. Early Childhood
    Kindergarten Teacher
    Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Carlow University
    Years Teaching: 26
    Years at The Campus School: 14

    What I like about teaching: "I enjoy watching the children learn and grow over the course of each year. I also enjoy the opportunity to develop relationships with both the children and their parents. Finally, I appreciate being a part of such a caring and dedicated staff."
    Email Ms. Wirth-Loera

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  • Carole Wojciechowski, B. S. Education, Education Technology Certification
    Science Teacher, 6-7-8
    Alma Mater:
    Indiana University of Pennsylvania
    Years Teaching: Many
    Years at The Campus School:
    Many
    What I like about teaching:
    "Everything - everyday I look forward to coming to work. I enjoy seeing children discover the wonder of science."
    Email Mrs. Wojciechowski

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  • Denise A. Yenchek
    Library Assistant
    Years Teaching: 20
    Years at The Campus School: 28
    What I like about teaching: "The personal contact with the children, the 'family-like' atmosphere. My interaction with the parents has always been positive."
    Email Mrs. Yenchek

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