Hi, my name is Zakaria Anbaouy and I am from Mohammedia Morocco. I recently joined CAS as the new facilities manager and I am very excited to join the team! I have a Master's degree in engineering and industrial management as well as a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University Hassan 1st. For the last seven years I worked in maintenance for different types of industries (transport, waste management, health). Prior to joining CAS, I was working at Clinvet SA, a veterinary CRO as a site, maintenance and security manager. As a facilities manager at CAS, I will be responsible for the security, maintenance and services in an effort to ensure that they meet the school's needs, its staff and students. During my free time I enjoy doing fitness, manga/anime and hiking. My word of wisdom is inspired from Stephen Covey's quote : "I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions".

Hi, my name is Julie Gingell! I'm originally from Cleveland, Ohio. I attended Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida, and Columbia University’s Teacher College in New York City. I have taught Kindergarten in international schools for the past four years. I will be moving to Casablanca from Hong Kong, and I could not be more excited! Morocco will be the 30th country I have visited (a milestone that Covid kept me from reaching in 2020). I'm most looking forward to travel opportunities in Morocco and Africa. I am really excited to immerse myself in Moroccan culture and try Moroccan food. I'm very happy to be joining the CAS team to work within a strong community of teachers at an American-style school. I am also thrilled to be teaching third grade, as I'm trained in the primary years and have missed teaching older students!

Hi everyone! My name is Jillian Bruton and I am so excited to be joining the team at CAS. I grew up in New York with my parents and three younger sisters. I attended state colleges for both my undergrad and masters programs (SUNY Geneseo and SUNY Brockport). After getting married, I moved to Charleston, SC and began teaching in an island school with a unique culture of its own. I have taught fourth and third grades. In my free time I love to read and watch cooking elimination shows. I am excited for this opportunity to be pushed outside of my comfort zone both professionally and personally.

Jakob Henzi has spent time living and attending school in both the southwestern (Arizona) and midwestern (Iowa) United States. He recently received his bachelor's degree in Music Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and will be taking his first official position as Lower Level Music Teacher at CAS. Jakob has an extensive personal background in music and has participated in a wide variety of ensembles as both a vocalist and an instrumentalist. His teaching background includes working with students of levels K-12 and leading instrumental, general, and vocal music classes. Jakob believes that the study and practice of music is one that allows students to explore the world around them and to express themselves in a unique and creative way. Outside of school, Jakob's hobbies include longboarding, watching/studying film, traveling, and being a coffee connoisseur.

Susan Ladd grew up in Winchester, MA. She received a BA in History from the University of South Carolina, Columbia. She went on to receive her MEd from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA in Elementary Education and certification in Special Education. She taught at the Carroll School in Lincoln, MA for a few years before going to teach at the Casablanca American School in 1997. She taught there for 11 years as a Special Education teacher and two years in third grade. While there she adopted her daughter, Leila, from the Lalla Hasna Orphanage. She returned to the states in 2008 to help care for her aging parents. During this time she worked in the Middle School at Carroll School in seventh and then sixth grades. Most recently she has been working for the Town of Arlington as a special education teacher specifically teaching reading. Susan loves Morocco and the Casablanca American

School and looks forward to returning to teach there. She is hoping to have friends and family visit and show off the wonders of Morocco.

Hello! My name is Stefanie Osbourn. I grew up in a small town in west Texas, but currently reside in Tyler, Texas, also known as the Rose Capital of America. In 2010, I received a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Studies, from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, and I'm now pursuing a Master of Arts in English. I'm currently working through my tenth year as an elementary teacher- seven years in 1st grade, one year in 4th, and now my second year with 3rd graders.

Through my experience I have learned the importance of building strong, positive relationships with students and coworkers.

When I’m not teaching, I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading, writing, and spending time with my favorite people. My family calls me the "adventurous one." I’m not sure if that is an accurate description, but I look forward to finding out.

I am beyond excited that I have been given the opportunity to come to Morocco and join the team at Casablanca American School. Morocco, in general, seems to be a beautiful country, with diverse and welcoming people. I know I will enjoy discovering its many treasures. Furthermore, my virtual investigation has yielded only positive and encouraging thoughts about CAS. The culture of the school seems to be both happy and healthy. I am eager to partner with these staff members and students!

Hello! My name is Mackenzie Poelker and I am from Saint Louis, Missouri. I am 24 years old and a recent graduate of Missouri State University. I have been working as a substitute teacher for the past 4 years and have recently held long term positions in a 2nd grade and Special Ed classroom. I have a huge passion for travel and learning, which started at a young age when I lived in Germany during some of my elementary/middle school years. Since then, I have sought out any opportunity to travel, including mission trips teaching in Belize and recently living in Spain for 3 months as an Au Pair. Regarding my move to Morocco, I am most excited to immerse myself in the culture and experience something new! I look forward to working with everyone and growing as an educator with CAS. Mackenzie will be an intern.

My name is Charis Myrsini Kourti. I am from Athens, Greece but have lived in the U.S for over 5 years. My B.A is in Health and Human Biology: Brain and Behaviour from Brown University. I have worked as a tutor and T.A in the past and this will be my first time teaching. I am so excited to find myself in the community of CAS. I will be teaching Grade 10 general science and IB ESS (Environmental Science and Society). Casablanca, albeit a foreign city, is a place that somehow reminds me of home. I have loved going running at my nearby park which is ridiculously beautiful and can’t wait to get immersed in surfing (dad joke there for y’all).

My name is Kate Mouak. I am from Norfolk, Virginia. I have a Bachelor's Degree in English from Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia and a Masters in English Literature from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. I have been teaching for 12 years at Old Dominion University, Norfolk Public Schools, and the British International School of Casablanca. I will be teaching 9th and 11th grade English. When I'm not at school, I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending time with my family. I am excited to be part of the CAS community!

I am Hilarius Korku Seshie, a Honors Bachelor of Science Education with Physics major from the University of Education, Winneba in Ghana.

I am from Ghana and I will be teaching Physics and Science in the upper.

Prior to joining the CAS family, I have taught in my home country Ghana, Nigeria and Kazakhstan. I have taught for 12 years in international schools and 12 years in Ghana.

I love reading, mentoring others and traveling. I also love making fish grills and barbecues, and that means I enjoy the outdoors.

My name is CHURCHIL OKAL GWAKO, a Kenyan-born and bred. I have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education of 2.1 classification from Kenyatta University. With regards teaching, I have barely made a year since I freshly graduated, nonetheless, am yet to acquire proper seasoning. I bear a single year experience working at a Law-firm whereby I got to understand my boundaries of professional engagement which include but are not limited to child rights, safety and safeguarding their wellbeing. At CAS, I’ll be an intern teaching Mathematics. Additionally, I’m a big fan of the gym as a hobby.

Aloha!

I am happy to return to CAS, to support students in the Upper School. I’ve missed you all and will work hard for you! I still love to dance, cook, and do yoga. And this year, I am the newest faculty member on the Student Council Team. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, a Master of Elementary Education degree, and a Post-Diploma Certificate in Special Education. My U.S. teaching credentials are for elementary (K-8), special education (K-12), and secondary mathematics and English (6-12). I also hold endorsements in structured English immersion, middle grades math, and Library-Media. I am ready to begin this new school year and hope you come with your positive energy. Let’s have a great year together!

I entered the mortal realm on the southern shores of the great Lake Ontario on May 5, 1985. I was, by all accounts, a strong and lusty lad and remains so to this day. The middle of three children, I grew up in Rochester, New York as a son, brother, cousin, nephew, and uncle to a close and loving family.

Educated by the State University of New York, I taught US History, Economics, and Law. Before that, I sharpened skills and learned life lessons as a truck driver, carpenter, waiter, librarian, rock-climbing instructor, traveler, husband, and teacher.

Generous and kind people introduced me to his keenest personal passions: surfing and writing. I enjoy nothing more than practicing these skills and encouraging my students to seek out and pursue their own highest calling.

I walked many paths on my way to Morocco and the Casablanca American School, and the journey is not yet over! I look forward to exploring the wonders and mysteries of Morocco, making new friends, and guiding students through the fascinating world of history.

My name is Rahul Agarwal and I come from India. I have a Master degree in Chemistry and I have been teaching for the last 20 years, during which I have worked in IB schools in India, Indonesia and Egypt in different capacities as Chemistry & TOK faculty and IB examiner, EE coordinator and HOD science. I will have the honor of teaching Science to grade 9 and IB Chemistry SL/HL. I like to surf internet, keep myself updated with current affairs, follow Indian cricket team, UFC and try different vegetarian cuisines.