Faculty & Staff Information
- Anne-Marie Balzano, Ed.D. Educational Leadership, M.A. in Teaching English, B.A. in Literature
Executive Director
Alma Mater: Mills College, Notre Dame de Namur University, The American University
Years Teaching: 8
Years in Administration: 6
Years at The Campus School: 2
What I like about The Campus School: "The small, family-like atmosphere, the exemplary faculty and staff, and knowing each student personally."
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- Louise Baker
Asst. to PK Teacher
Years Teaching: 12
Years at The Campus School: 5
What I like about teaching: "The children, families, teachers, and administrators."
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- Anna Barch, B.S. in Music Ed., M.A. in Music Performance, ORFF I Certification
Music Teacher
Alma Mater: Grove City College, Duquesne University, George Mason University
Years Teaching: 5
Years at The Campus School: 5
What I like about teaching: "Personal interaction with every student."
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- Patricia Bell, B.A. Early Childhood Education
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Alma Mater: The Catholic University of America
Years Teaching: 1
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about teaching: "Participating in the growth and development of young children."
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- Thomas Booth, B.S. in Music Education, M.A. in Musicology
Band Teacher
Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Eastern Kentucky University, Duquesne University, Temple University
Years Teaching: 40
Years at The Campus School: 9
What I like about teaching: " Working with students to show them how music can be an important part of their lives."
- Kathleen Colletto, B.A., Elem. Ed. Certification
Director of Extended Day
Alma Mater: Carlow University, Elementary Education Certification
Years Teaching: 12
Years at The Campus School: 29
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."
- Stephanie Conrad, B.S. Elementary Ed., Montessori Early Childhood
Montessori Teacher
Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, North American Montessori Center
Years Teaching: 9
Years at The Campus School: 2
What I like about teaching: "I love having the opportunity and freedom to fully implement the Montessori Philosophy."
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- Patricia Cooper, B.A. in Ed., M.A. Ed Administration
Science Teacher
Alma Mater: Carlow University
Years Teaching: 20
Years at The Campus School: 20
What I like about teaching: "The sense of community and caring at Carlow."
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- Eileen Diperna, B.S. Ed.
Fourth & Fifth Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: Duquesne University
Years Teaching: 29
Years at The Campus School: 10
What I like about teaching: "The Campus School has a wonderful learning atmosphere. The students are highly motivated to grow intellectually and as caring people."
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- Jennifer Filak, M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
First Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Gannon University
Years Teaching: 8
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about teaching: "My colleagues."
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- Marlee Flaherty, BA, MBA Marketing
Assistant Admissions Director/Public Relations
Alma Mater: Columbia University, University of PIttsburgh
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about the school: "The Students !"
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- Father Robert J George, BA, MA, AFSC
Grade School Chaplain
Alma Mater: Duquesne University, Mt. St. Mary College and Seminary
Years Teaching: 38
Years at The Campus School: 10
What I like about teaching: "Teaching enables me to learn more and then share it with others."
- Billie Anne Girard, B.A., M.Ed.
Assistant Director
Alma Mater: University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 32
Years at The Campus School: 23
What I like about teaching: "Provides an environment that instills community and respect for others."
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- Patricia O'Hanlon, B.A. in Psychology, M.A. in Education
Second Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: Seton Hill University, Carlow University
Years Teaching: 37
Years at The Campus School: 16
What I like about teaching: "The students and families. The class size is wonderful, and gives me the opportunity to really get to know my students. It's also great being on a university campus."
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- Theresa Hassett, B.S. Elementary Ed., M.S. Computer Tech. in Ed.
Computer Teacher
Alma Mater: University of Missouri - KC, Nova Southeastern
Years Teaching: 9
Years at The Campus School: 6
What I like about teaching: "The students!"
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- Jennifer Horwat, B.S. Business Management, M.Ed. Elementary Ed.
Kindergarten Teacher
Alma Mater: Carlow University
Years Teaching: 1
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about teaching: "My small class."
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- DeAnna Kwiecinski, B.F.A., M.A.T., Certified in Math 7-8-9
Math Teacher
Alma Mater: Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 10
Years at The Campus School: 6
What I like about teaching: "The encouragement, support and infectious learning environment created by the students, faculty, and parents."
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- Laurie Laird, B.A. Early Childhood/Elementary Ed., Certificate of Early Childhood, Montessori Philosophy
Montessori Teacher
Alma Mater: Point Park University, Montessori Centre International
Years Teaching: 7
Years at The Campus School: 7
What I like about teaching: "Wonderful parent support, value based education, and the opportunity to teach the Montessori Method."
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- Peggy Lazar, B.A. Education, M.A. Speech Communication & Theater, M.A. Ed.
Religion Teacher
Alma Mater: Carlow University, Duquesne University
Years Teaching: 31
Years at The Campus School: 14
What I like about teaching: "I love working with such great students and teachers."
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- Donna C. Linnelli, B.A. Speech Correction, M.S. Speech and Hearing, Certificate of Clinical Competence-American Speech/Language/Hearing Association. PA License
Speech Therapist
Alma Mater: Carlow University, Indiana University of PA
Years Teaching: 32
Years at The Campus School: 21
What I like about teaching: "Knowing I may have made a difference in their ability to communicate effectively ."
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- Alice B. Loughney, B.A. Secondary Social Studies, M.A. in Elementary, Gifted and Talented
Fourth & Fifth Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: Marietta College, Carlow University
Years Teaching: 20
Years at The Campus School: 16
What I like about teaching: "To positively impact so many children's lives."
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- Karen McDowell, B.A. English, M.A. Teaching, Certified in Elem. Ed., Math 7-8-9, English, Science
Math Teacher
Alma Mater: Duquesne University, University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 20
Years at The Campus School: 2
What I like about teaching: "Working with such great kids."
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- Sister Vivian McElhinny, B.S. Education, M.A. Math Education
Math Tutor
Alma Mater: Mount Mercy College, Carlow University, Clarion University
Years Teaching: 54
Years at The Campus School: 37
What I like about teaching: "Working with a generous and caring faculty. "
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- Trista Mentz-Johns, B.A. English, Masters in Library and Information Science
Librarian
Alma Mater: Allegheny College, University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 10
Years at The Campus School: 9
What I like about teaching: "Spending my days with students and teachers who love reading and learning."
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- Sister Mary Ann Moses RSM, B.S. , M.A. Music Education, Voice and Piano - Certificated in Opera Workshops, Greyorian Chant, Adult Music and Orchestration
Private Voice/Piano Lessons
Alma Mater: Mount Mercy, Carlow University, Duquesne University
Years Teaching: 53
Years at The Campus School: 32
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. "
- Patty Patterson, B.S. in Education
French Teacher
Alma Mater: West Virginia University
Years Teaching: 21
Years at The Campus School: 21
What I like about teaching: "My students!"
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- Sarah Post, B.A. in Liberal Studies, M.A. in Elementary Ed.
Third Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 14
Years at The Campus School: 11
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."
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- Jacqueline Reinbold (Jackie), B.S. in Elementary Ed.
First Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: University of Pittsburgh
Years Teaching: 11
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about teaching: "Creating a classroom that is fun but challenging. My classroom inspires children to learn."
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- Sarah Sora, B.S. Sociology, MS. Ed, Wilson Language Trained
Literacy Tutor
Alma Mater: Catholic University of America, Hunter College
Years Teaching: 8
Years at The Campus School: 6
What I like about teaching: "Being surrounded by young, energetic, inquisitive minds! "
- Pam Pyska, B.S. Health Phys. Ed. Recreation
Physical Ed/Swim Teacher
Alma Mater: Slippery Rock University
Years Teaching: 23
Years at The Campus School: 22
What I like about teaching: "The children are wonderful and the atmosphere is so friendly!"
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- Cass Ryan, B.A. Business Admin.
Asst. to Montessori Teacher
Alma Mater: Ashland College
Years Teaching: 3
Years at The Campus School: 3
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."
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- Gloria Sikora, B.S. Education
Social Studies Teacher, Curricular Chair - Upper School
Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Years Teaching: 34
Years at The Campus School: 20
What I like about teaching: "Flexibility, students and parental cooperation, and the caring atmosphere."
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- Veronica Slain, M.Ed. in Elementary Ed, B.S. in Health Ed.
Second Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: Carlow University, Slippery Rock University
Years Teaching: 8
Years at The Campus School: 1
What I like about teaching: "Having a small group of children (13) in my class who are interested and motivated to learn."
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- Sarah Sora, B.S. Sociology, MS. Ed, Wilson Language Trained
Literacy Tutor
Alma Mater: Catholic University of America, Hunter College
Years Teaching: 8
Years at The Campus School: 6
What I like about teaching: "Being surrounded by young, energetic, inquisitive minds! "
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- Roberta Tennant, B.S. Health/Phys. Ed.
Physical Education Teacher
Alma Mater: Slippery Rock University
Years Teaching: 38
Years at The Campus School: 21
What I like about teaching: "I feel like I'm growing (learning) and yet there is a wonderful comfort zone!"
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- Marlene Unverdorben
Asst. to Montessori Teacher
Years Teaching: 21 (Preschool Daycare)
Years at The Campus School: less than 1
What I love about teaching: "The relaxed atmosphere."
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- Lisa Vudy, M. Ed.
Teacher - 6, 7, 8
Alma Mater: Brandeis University, University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University
What I like about teaching: "That students love to learn."
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- Linda Wallen, B.A. Painting, 2 years graduate school, 5 years as street artist in New Orleans
French Teacher
Alma Mater: Indiana University at Bloomington
Years Teaching: 26 in Art, 11 in French
Years at The Campus School: 11
What I like about teaching: "The opportunity to combine music, art, and language...and to play."
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- Jill Weiss, B.S., Art Certification K-12, M.Ed.
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: 14
What I like about teaching: "Flexibility, support, and small class size."
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- Sylvia Wilson , B.S., Education, M.Education, Certifications: Reading Specialist K-12,Hearing Imparied K-12, Middle School Math
Reading Specialist
Alma Mater: University of Cincinnati, University of PIttsburgh
Years Teaching: 31
Years at The Campus School: 2
What I like about teaching: "I like to see my students actively engaged and enjoying a story they are reading ."
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- Susan Wirth-Loera, B.S. Ed., M.Ed. in Early Childhood
Kindergarten Teacher
Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Carlow University
Years Teaching: 22
Years at The Campus School: 10
What I like about teaching: "The people and the values-based education."
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- Carole Wojciechowski, B.S. Education, Certificate in Ed. Technology
Science Teacher
Alma Mater: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
What I like about teaching: "Everything - everyday I look forward to coming to work. I enjoy seeing children discover the wonder of science."
Web site: http://www-home.carlow.edu/~159653/
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- Maryann Wyse, B.A.
Third Grade Teacher
Alma Mater: La Roche College, Carlow University
Years Teaching: 28
Years at The Campus School: 22
What I like about teaching: "The freedom to integrate curricular areas as well as the support of excellent colleagues and parents."
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- Denise A. Yenchek
Library Assistant
Years Teaching: 16
Years at The Campus School: 24
What I like about teaching: "The personal contact with the children, the 'family-like' atmosphere. My interaction with the parents has always been positive."
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- Joan Zankowski, BA-English/Psychology, MA - Psychology, Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in School Psychology
Psychologist
Alma Mater: Carlow University, Catholic University of America, Duquesne University
Years in Education: 30
Years at The Campus School: Since 1987
What I like about The Campus School: "Working with dedicated teachers to help children have a successful and positive school experience."
- Janice Zelen
School Nurse Practitioner
Alma Mater: Edinboro University of PA, University of PIttsburgh
Years of School Nursing: 19
Years at The Campus School: 3
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