Teaching Staff

Ms. Sarah Fernitz

Teacher, Junior Explorers (Kindergarten)

sarahk@branchlineschool.org

I’ve been a teacher with Branch Line School for 7 years now.  I am grateful to be working at a school and with people that value each child as an individual.  I truly love what I do!

“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning.”

-Mr. Rogers

Halloween Dress Up

Dress like your Favorite Book Character Day

Planting the Willow Tree

Ms. Jamie Rink

Teacher, Investigators (3rd/4th grade) - ELA and Science

jamier@branchlineschool.org

I believe that learning should be authentic and engaging. I love to provide projects where students can collaborate and learn from experiences.


"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I'll remember, involve me and I'll learn."

 -Benjamin Franklin

Reading Group

Releasing Salmon

Author Study Field Trip

Ms. Jenni Renaud

Teacher, Innovators (7th/8th grade) - ELA and Science

jenni@branchlineschool.org

I love making connections with my students.  Once we have a trusting relationship, and build some confidence, we can face all the challenges of middle school together.  Check out my class website: https://sites.google.com/branchlineschool.org/innovators-jenni/home

"Education breeds confidence. Confidence breeds hope. Hope breeds peace."

-Confucius

Classroom Discussion

Field Trip

8th Grade Graduation

Field Trip

Ms. Tiffany Baron

Special Education Resource Room Teacher & SPED Coordinator

tiffanyb@branchlineschool.org

I have been an educator for more than 20 years.  This is my 8th year at Branch Line School.  I love being around kids and I love helping them find the joy of reading and learning.  Teaching and learning can be a lot of fun!

"To love what you do and feel that it matters - how could anything be more fun?"

-Katherine Graham

Learning moment with a friend!

Having fun!

Detroit Zoo Field Trip

Ms. Sharon Genga

Special Education - Resource Room Teacher

sharong@branchlineschool.org

I have taught for 35+ years at all age levels, in both general and special education.  I still cherish the 'lightbulb' moments of learning, and listening to my students laugh!

 "Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."

-J.M. Barrie