STEAM
Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics
Ben Powell
Teaching Experience: 7 years
B.S. Electrical Engineering - Rochester Institute of Technology
M.S. Electrical Engineering - Syracuse University
Certifications: Math 7-12
Personal Interests: Soccer, skiing/snowboarding, hiking, golf, traveling, spending time with my wife and two daughters
Chip Schwehm
I began teaching physics 25 years ago, and have been teaching STEAM classes in a shop setting for the past 15 years. I love to design and make things and I am very fortunate to share that with my students everyday. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, playing guitar, and virtually any outdoor activity.
B.S. Engineering Physics - University of Maine
M.S. Teaching and Learning - University of Southern Maine
Certifications: Math, Physical Science, Technology Education
Chris Liberti
This is my 6th year at BRHS. Before that I taught Middle and High School Math and Science in Rhode Island for 4 years.
I have a BS in General Science Education, BA in Math and MA in Secondary Science Education from the University of Rhode Island.
Outside of the classroom, I coach the sailing team for BRHS and Lincoln Academy and also run the summer sailing program at BHYC.
In my personal time, I really enjoy sailing, skiing/snowboarding, hiking, camping, making things and generally spending time with my wife, daughter and 2 dogs
Hello All! This is my 43rd year teaching Visual Art here at BRHS! Being an art teacher is my passion and I try to bring my excitement for learning and "making" to my students! Currently I teach Introductory Art, Sculpture & Jewelry as well as co-teaching an Integrated Arts (Art & Music) course with my performing arts colleague, Mary Miller. For the last 10 years I have also served as the advisor to the BRHS Student Council. I have an undergraduate degree (B.S. in Art Education) from Florida International University and a masters degree (M.A. in Integrated Arts) from Lesley University.
I am interested in so many things. I take landscape photos almost every day. I love travelling, gardening and of course making art! My most current interest is spending time (playing) with my baby granddaughter!