'25 MSAA Summer Institute: Directory

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Sara Almeida

Company Captain Samuel Brown Elementary School
Position Principal

Christy Arnold

I am dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of English language learners, fostering an appreciation for diversity, and promoting a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape

Company Ashland Public Schools
Position Director of ELE

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Derek Atherton

Company Hopedale Jr-Sr High School
Position Principal
Location Hopedale, MA

Educator evaluation standard II A notes that teachers should "engage all students as active participants; build on students' strengths, interests, cultural backgrounds, and prior knowledge; and facilitate purposeful student-to-student academic discourse..." How can educational leaders support teachers in this endeavor? What simple but powerful strategies can coaches or observers offer that can be implemented immediately to help teachers talk less and make students do more of the cognitive work? This engaging and fast-paced session will provide tools that can nudge teachers in the right directi... Read more

Company Collins Education Associates
Position Educational Consultant

Anna Baboval

Company West Springfield Middle School
Position Assitant Principal

Nili Bartley

In an unpredictable time, joy is a necessity. When we tap into the genius of students and staff, we create schools where joy is unleashed and positive change extends beyond our walls into the communities we serve. This session will explore embracing a culture where students and educators lead together. Whether it's through student entrepreneurship, staff-led professional learning, advisory, whole school events that staff and students co-lead (and more!), we will demonstrate that when people dive into work with passion and purpose, schools thrive. We are thrilled to be joined by our keynote Beth... Read more

Company Natick Public Schools
Position Personalized Learning Coach

Nili Bartley

Sharon McMahon said in a podcast with Adam Grant, "You can't stop somebody who enjoys their important work in the world." In a session filled with much needed music and joy, we will challenge ourselves together to identify our own important work in the world. Regardless of our titles, we will have the opportunity to identify what it is we are currently doing in the positions we hold, what lives in our hearts that we would like to do, and the non-negotiables we are committed to taking with us wherever our careers take us. We will have time to tweak our own job descriptions, brainstorm ways in which... Read more

Company Natick Public Schools
Position Personalized Learning Coach

Alan Bernstein

The British are coming but this time to help your students on a pathway of success. Join us for a brief, informative session about our K-12 instructional system - the Cambridge Pathway - that aligns curriculum, assessment, PD, teaching and learning, and resources. We'll share how schools and districts use our programs to support innovation and student success.

Cambridge International is part of Cambridge University (UK) and offers a K-12 program that culminates in advanced courses for college credit. Cambridge International is helping students, teachers, and schools across the US to increase... Read more

Company Cambridge International
Position Senior School Development Manager
Location NYC and Boston

Kristina Bogosh

I am a middle school principal. Talk to me about anything about middle school!

Company Overlook Middle School
Position Principal

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Adrienne Bogusky

Company Keefe Regional Technical School
Position Director of Guidance/Admissions

Nicole Bottomley

Proud Principal of King Philip Regional High School and fierce advocate for student agency.

Company King Philip Regional High School
Position Principal

Alexis Bouchard

Assistant Principal, Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School, Seekonk.
A NELMS Spotlight School
I will be co-presenting on Wednesday 7/26 at 10:35 with Dr. Whalen, Principal of Hurley Middle School. Our session, "A Toolkit to Support New School Leaders" will leave you with ideas to take back for the upcoming school year. My portion of the presentation will focus on school culture and the successful impact of "The Warrior Way."

Company Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School
Position Principal

Bonnie Brady

Company Mashpee Middle-High School
Position Prinicpal
Location Mashpee, MA

Loretta Braverman

Loretta Braverman, MSW
Director of Pupil Services and Personnel
Clinton Public School District
Special Education
English Language Learning
Homeless and Foster Care
Social Emotional Learning
Trauma Sensitive School Communities
MA Tiered System of Supports
Literacy
Progressive Discipline
Crisis Management
Conflict Resolution

Company Clinton Public Schools
Position Assistant Superintendent
Location bravermanl@clinton.k12.ma.us

Matthew Brooks

Learn how a new era of innovation in education is here, transforming what leaders, educators, and students can do with Apple products - and what Apple products can do for them. This session is designed to help school leaders and educators navigate how Apple Intelligence fits into their school and learning environments privately and securely. Explore how Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates into system experiences and apps used every day, and how new tools such as Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Transcripts use personal context to deliver intelligence that's useful and relevant, enhancing... Read more

Company Apple Inc.
Position K12 Education Leadership Executive
Location Acton

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AJ Butters

Company Plymouth North HS
Position Assistant Principal

Brian Caira

Company Wilmington Middle School
Position Principal

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Chrissy Capodanno

Company Lynch Elementary School
Position Principal

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Lizzy Carroll

It's undeniable that headlines about major world events and political division affect all of our every-day lives. And it's inevitable that these tensions show up in our communities and schools. This reality has many school leaders seeking tools and support to help them navigate crucial conversations with teachers, students, and other stakeholders. This conversation will share insights from Facing History & Ourselves' expertise in helping school leaders and educators adopt approaches that emphasize ways to build bridges across difference and practice the skills of civil dialogue, fact-based learning... Read more

Company Facing History & Ourselves
Position Program Director

Kelley St. Coeur

Company Ashland High School
Position Principal
Location Ashland High School Ashland MA

Scott Connery

Northbridge High School is currently in its second year of implementing the Yondr Pouch program, designed to create a phone-free learning environment. Throughout this process, we have encountered and navigated a range of challenges unique to our school community.

In this session, we will provide an in-depth review of our implementation journey, including the obstacles we faced, the solutions we developed, and key takeaways for other schools considering a similar initiative. We will share improvement data and insights from regular staff surveys to illustrate the impact on classroom dynamics, s... Read more

Company Northbridge High School
Position Priniicpal

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Mary DeCourcey

Company WebsterPublic Schools- Bartlett High School
Position Assistant Principal

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Kahlan Dessert

Company Apponequet Regional High School
Position Principal

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Kimberly Dion

Company Chicopee High School
Position Vice Principal

Peter Dufresne

Company Tantasqua Regional High School
Position Principal
Location Fiskdale, MA

Daniel Faircloth

Company Wilmington Middle School
Position Assistant Principal

Diane Ferreira

Company Balch Elementary School
Position Principal

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Thomas Flanagan

Company Oliver Ames High School
Position Assistant Principal

Melsie Gaignard

Company Plymouth South Middle School
Position Assistant Principal
Location Plymouth MA

Alyson Geary

As Director for the NEASC Commission on Public Schools, Alyson sets forth the vision and goals for the Commission each year, facilitates communication between commission members, staff, and volunteers, and works directly with member schools to guide them through the NEASC Accreditation process.

Alyson worked in public schools as an educator for six years and as a principal for nine. Beginning her journey in Las Vegas, Alyson moved to Massachusetts where she worked as assistant principal and then principal for Hopkinton High School. She received her Master of Education in School Leadership from... Read more

Company NEASC
Position Director of Accreditation and School Improvement, Public Schools
Location Massachusetts

Martin Geoghegan

Step into the world of 90s alternative rock and discover how the raw energy, emotion, and rebellion of the grunge era can inspire innovative school leadership. This session, designed for educational leaders, pairs ten iconic songs with ten transformative leadership lessons. Each track serves as a metaphor for navigating the complexities of school administration, from fostering resilience and student engagement to embracing change and breaking free from outdated practices. Attendees will explore how the rebellious spirit of Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Soundgarden, and other legendary bands aligns with key... Read more

Company Henri A. Yelle Elementary School/Norton Public Schools
Position Principal
Location Norton, Massachusetts

Chris Getchell

Company Richardson Olmsted School
Position Principal

Peter Gillen

Company West Springfield Middle School
Position Principal
Location West Springfield, MA

Jodi Goodhue

Company Rockport Public Schools
Position Director of Teaching and Learning
Location Rockport, MA

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Keitha Goulet

Company Rose L. MacDonald
Position Principal

Kate Guziejka

Company Spaulding Memorial School
Position Principal

Lauren Hotz

Company Hampshire Regional High School
Position Principal
Location Westhampton, Massachusetts

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Beth Johnson

Company Tantasqua Regional High School
Position Assistant Principal
Location Fiskdale, MA

Tim Johnson

Company Hopedale Jr-Sr HIgh School
Position Assistant Principal

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Charles (Chad) Joyal

Company Agawam High School
Position assistant Principal
Location Agawam High School

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David Keim

Company Fred W. Miller Elementary School
Position Principal

Gregory Kelley

Company Joseph Case Junior High
Position Assistant Principal
Location gkelley@swanseaschools.org

Lisa King

Have you wondered how to create your own Podcast. Learn how to create, develop and implement your own podcast as another means to communicate with families, community and staff members.
Learn how to create a Podcast with easy steps, create topic list ideas, and implementation in your school and community. Learn how to incorporate podcasts for district/community engagement and effective and fun communication. Formulate a communication plan using social media platforms with your Podcast.

Company Shawsheen Elementary School
Position Principal
Location Wilmington

Erin Lachapelle

Company Ashland Middle School
Position Principal

Andrew Lamothe

I am a 18 year educator with 13 years of admin experience. I have been principal for the last 4 years. I have helped navigate a pandemic and a successful school turnaround initiative.

Company Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Position Principal
Location Chicopee, MA

Michael Lavelle

Company Quaboag Regional Middle HighSchool
Position Assistant Principal

Katelyn Lima

Company Dighton Elementary
Position Principal

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Dennis Mahoney

Company Winchester High School
Position Principal

Nicole Manning

Student Study Teams (SST) are collaborative groups within the MTSS framework that address students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. This session will explain how the SSTs work within West Springfield Middle School, from early development to full implementation, with tangible takeaways for those ready to create a SST at their building.

Company West Springfield Middle School
Position Assistant Principal
Location West Springfield

Christine Martellio

Hi everyone! With over 30 years in education, I've worn many hats - teacher, administrator, and most importantly, cheerleader for my amazing students! My family is my true superpower: my rock, husband Bob, and my world, Alex & Morgan. When I'm not in the classroom, you'll find me surrounded by my fur babies (yes, 5!), catching my kids' games, or relaxing with friends or a good Netflix binge.

Company Grafton Middle School
Position Assistant Principal
Location Grafton MA

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ryan martin

Company Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Position Vice Principal
Location chicopee ma

Michelle Massa

Company Welch Elementary School
Position Principal
Location Peabody, MA

Daniel Mastrogiacomo

Company Oliver Ames High School
Position Assistant Principal
Location North Easton, MA

Brenda Maurao

I am currently the Assistant Principal at the Miller Elementary School in Holliston, MA. I am passionate about finding and sharing meaningful ways to connect educators and break down the walls of our classrooms to enhance learning.

Company Fred W. Miller Elementary School
Position Assistant Principal
Location Holliston, MA

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Rewa Melby

Company Mashpee Middle-High School
Position Assistant Principal (grades 10-12)

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Sharon Moberg

Company Green Meadows School
Position Principal
Location Hampden, MA

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Akil Mondesir

The Tenacity Challenge is an academic competition for teams of African American and Latina/o high school students, and on a separate date, middle school students. Students prepare for several months to compete in four events on the culminating day: the history argument before a panel of judges, the literature analysis (with with written rationale and videotaped performance), the math quiz bowl and the art installation. On another date, the middle school challenge includes a leadership competition, the literature analysis, a STEM challenge and the math quiz bowl. With over 2000 students impacted... Read more

Company Bedford Public Schools
Position METCO DIrector

Jennifer Moore

Being sensitive to students' emotions is tough when educators face their own challenges. Restorative Language, or Nonviolent Communication, is key to trauma-informed schools. It helps staff develop skills that foster a caring culture. Learning to communicate effectively under stress is possible with the right tools, and this is often the missing link in restorative practices.This session offers practical strategies to bring back to your school and insights from educators who use restorative communication daily. No matter the grade levels in your school, you'll find applicable ideas. Plus, attendees... Read more

Company Moore Well-Being
Position Global Education Consultant
Location Chicago, IL

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Heather Northrop

Company Burlington High School
Position Associate Principal

Bill Nunnally

Assistant Principal, Richardson Middle School, Dracut, Retired
Dracut High School. Retired

Company Dracut Public Schools
Position Retired Administrator

Chantele Olmstead

Company Hawthorne Brook Middle School
Position Principal

Isabel Olszewski

Company Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Position Vice Principal

Christine Page

Principal, West Bridgewater Middle/Senior High School

Company West Bridgewater Middle Senior High School
Position Principal
Location West Bridgewater

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Pete Parcellin

Company Plymouth North High School
Position Principal

Erica Pasquarelli

Company Beverly High School
Position Assistant Principal

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Rebecca Pietrzykowski

Company Chicopee High School
Position Vice Principal

Brian Prehna

Company Kenneth C Coombs School
Position Assistant Principal
Location Mashpee

John Quinn

Company NAESP
Position NAESP Executive Director

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Peter Regan

Company Henry Warren
Position Principal

Bryan Riley

Company Prescott Elementary School
Position Principal
Location Prescott Elementary

Norm Robbins

I am a transplant from CA now entering my 18th year with Agawam Public Schools and bringing an additional 15 years teaching and administrative experience from the west coast. Excited to see the educational changes on the horizon and always wanting to change and evolve to be better today than I was the previous day. Looking forward to networking and learning from other energetic and enthusiastic educational leaders this summer!

Company Agawam Junior High School
Position Principal
Location Agawam, MA

Emma Rood

I am going into my second year as an assistant principal but have been at this school for 24 years.
I was a student at the school where I am now assistant principal.
Both of my children will be in college this year so I am an empty nester.
I run, play ice hockey, and lift.
I love the outdoors and hiking, but hate camping.
I have two dog children: Darby and Lucky
My husband is a first year assistant principal in the same district as I am and at this conference!

Company Woodland
Position Principal

Rochelle Rubino

Company Ottoson Middle School
Position Principal

Stephanie Santos

Company Easton Middle School
Position Assistant Principal

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Kristine Sheahan

Company Hatherly School
Position Principal
Location Scituate

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Serena Shorter

Company Southwick Regional School
Position Principal
Location Southwick, MA

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Bob Silveira

Company Joseph Case Junior High School
Position Principal

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Jeremy Slotnick

Company Nashoba Valley Technical High School
Position Principal

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Nicole Smith

Company Minnechaug Regional High School
Position Associate Principal

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Shannon Snow

Company Keefe Regional Technical School
Position Principal

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Brian Spadafino

Company Franklin County Technical School
Position Principal
Location Massachusetts

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William Sullivan

Company Gateway Regional School
Position Principal

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Dr. Rebecca Swasey

Company Keefe Regional Technical High School
Position Academic Assistant Principal

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Kathy Taylor

Company Westminster Elementary School & Meetinghouse School
Position Principal

Ron Taylor

Company Holliston
Position Asst. Prnicipal

Andrew Tetrault

Company Galvin Middle School Wakefield, MA
Position Assistant Principal
Location Wakefield, MA

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Mark Thomas

Company BEVERLY HIGH SCHOOL
Position PRINCIPAL

Eric Tracey

Company Northbridge High School
Position Assistant Principal

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Arthur Unobskey

Nearly 70% of high school students can't independently read and understand high school-level text. As they observe their students struggle with the assigned reading, teachers feel helpless. They tell their administrators, "I am not a reading teacher!" This presentation will discuss an approach in which administrators guide teachers in the building of a classroom community that enables all students--whether they are three years ahead or 5 years behind--become passionate and skilled readers of advanced text.

Recent research reveals an approach to literacy that can be implemented in all classroo... Read more

Company Riveting Results, Inc.
Position CEO Riveting Results, former principal (12 years) and superintendent
Location Lexington, Masshachusetts

Desi Vega

Company Douglas High School
Position Assistant Principal

Christine Vigneux

Company Belchertown High School
Position High School Principal
Location Belchertown, MA

William Whalen

A Presentation For:

Current Principals and Assistant Principals that are new to administration, teachers that are considering a future in school administration, or experienced school leaders that are looking to gain some new ideas.

Description:

The second edition of this presentation builds upon the first and offers tips and best practices to support principals and assistant principals to thrive, especially in their first few years as school leaders. Gain knowledge about proven strategies that enhance positive school culture, communication with families, educator evaluation, supporting... Read more

Company Seekonk High School
Position Principal
Location 261 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk, MA

Wendy Williams

Company E. S. Brown School
Position Principal
Location Mattapoisett, MA

Stephen Wiltshire

Great leaders aren't born-they are built through experience, mentorship, and intentional growth. In this engaging professional development session, I'll share the key advice, strategies, and lessons I received from mentors that helped shape my journey to becoming a Nationally Distinguished Principal. Together, we'll explore the blueprints of effective leadership, focusing on practical insights that foster resilience, decision-making, and school transformation. Attendees will leave with actionable takeaways to apply in their leadership journeys, ensuring they build a strong foundation for succe... Read more

Company North Street Elementary School
Position Principal
Location Grafton, MA

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Evan Worth

Company Nissitissit Middle School
Position Assistant Principal