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I am a Speech Language Pathologist for grades kindergarten-8 at Shelburne Community School. I received my undergraduate degree in Teacher of Speech and Handicapped from Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY and my Master’s degree in Communication Sciences from the University of Vermont.  I have worked in many schools around the state and have been working at SCS since 2004. I love working with students to enhance their communication effectiveness whether it be producing a new speech sound, learning new language concepts or producing a message on an AAC device.  I also enjoy collaborating with colleagues to ensure all students are successful in their classrooms.  I have had the privilege of supervising graduate students from UVM and guest lecturing at UNH Durham about AAC.  Outside of work, I am a busy mom of three!  I spend a lot of time watching my kids pursue their passions: hockey, lacrosse, baseball, soccer and horseback riding.  During the summer, our family enjoys kayaking and hiking. 

I am the speech-language pathologist for half of the teams in grades K-8.  I received my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from St. Michael’s College, and my Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Communication Sciences) from the University of Vermont. Being able to effectively communicate is incredibly important for everyone. Therefore, I find it very interesting to identify the discrete skills that affect someone’s overall communication system, and to watch them make gains in the language based skills. I also enjoy spending time with family (my wife and two kids) and friends, and love spending time outdoors. I especially love backcountry skiing and mountain biking. 

I am the speech-language pathologist for grades K-5 at CCS and SCS.  I received my M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Vermont in 2016. I work with students on speech articulation, listening comprehension, oral expression, fluency, and social communication, 1:1, in small groups, and in the classroom. One of my favorite things about being an SLP in elementary school is that I learn so much from the students! 

My role is to help identify where students may have difficulty in areas related to speech or language and give them the support they need to improve their skills. I live in Burlington with my son and daughter, who are mostly patient about letting me borrow their games and art supplies!

Hello! My name is Celeste Matte, and I am one of the 5/6 Special Educators at SCS. I am originally from Connecticut, and decided to call Vermont home upon receiving my Undergraduate degree (Saint Michael’s College, 2022, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Art & Design) and my Master of Arts in Teaching degree (Saint Michael’s College, 2023, Special Education). I value supporting students in developing a growth mindset and finding the inherent joy in learning. Teaching has always been my dream, and I am proud that I get to be a part of this amazing community and support students in their learning journey! Outside of school, you can find me baking, drawing, going for long walks, and discovering new books.

I am very excited to work at Shelburne Community School as a middle school Special Educator. I received my Bachelor of Arts from Hobart and William Smith College in Geneva, NY and my Master’s of Education from the University of Vermont. I currently hold Special Education as well as Elementary Teaching Certifications. I started my work with children as a Paraprofessional in an alternative behavior program. Before coming to SCS I was a Special Educator at Missisquoi Valley Union Middle School, where I discovered my love of working with the middle-school population. Helping every student recognize themselves as a valuable member of their learning community is extremely important to me and I am proud that I get to do this work everyday! I am from the Adirondacks in upstate NY and grew up loving nature and adventure. I’ve lived in Vermont since 2011 and have come to call this state my “home”. In my free time I like to hike, camp, snowshoe, practice yoga, dance, and spend time with friends and family. 

My name is Annie Dunn and I feel lucky and honored to be a special educator at SCS. Everyday I have the opportunity to work closely with a variety of children with the goal of helping each one reach their highest potential. I enjoy choosing curricula that is specific to individual needs while providing a personal learning space that fosters an environment in which children feel safe to take risks and challenge themselves. I pride myself in bringing kindness and a sense of humor to each and every lesson and continually look forward to witnessing each student flourish.

Greetings! My name is Meghan Bustamantes and I am a 7/8 Special Educator here at Shelburne Community School. I started working at SCS in 2013 and have worked across many different grade levels over the years. I am passionate about helping kids see the good in themselves and the importance of putting kindness out into the world. Outside of school, I enjoy crafting, reading, chasing my kiddo around, snuggling our doggy, and spending time with my family. 

My email address is mbustamantes@cvsdvt.org 

Hi, my name is Lindsay and I am proud to be a special educator at Shelburne Community School!  I am originally from New York, but after receiving my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and my master's degree in Special Education at UVM, I couldn't bring myself to leave Vermont.  Before starting my job as a special educator at SCS, I worked as a paraprofessional with students with complex behavioral challenges.  I believe in inclusive and socially just education and that we all learn from one another.  I love that I get to collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure that lessons and activities are accessible to all different types of learners.  When I'm not at school I can usually be found practicing yoga, hiking with my dog, listening to live music, or eating at one of the many great Burlington restaurants. 

Hi! My name is Kristin Funsten and I am a 5/6 Special Educator at SCS. I grew up in Los Alamos, New Mexico and decided to move to Vermont to receive my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Elementary Education at Saint Michael’s College. I fell in love with Vermont, decided to stay, then went on and received my Master’s of Education. You can often find me hiking, snowboarding, playing soccer, going for a run alongside the lake, and spending time with family and friends. Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I strive to create a safe and fun learning environment that helps every child progress in all areas of development. I am so lucky to be at Shelburne Community School and am very grateful that I get to do this work everyday!

My name is Isabelle Kindle and I am the Special Educator on the 2nd grade team here at Shelburne Community School. I was born and raised in Massachusetts but moved to Vermont for college. I completed both my undergraduate and graduate studies at Saint Michael’s College. 

My main role as a Special Educator is case managing students identified for special education or 504 plans. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, walking my black lab, traveling, reading, and cooking! Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. I look forward to starting a new school year with you!

Hello! My name is Bridie McNamara, and I am the Special Educator on team Believe (1st grade) here at Shelburne Community School. As a Special Educator, I will be case managing students identified for special education or 504 plans in first grade. I grew up in a small town in Massachusetts, and moved to Vermont for college. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Education Studies at Saint Michael’s College, and in May 2021 graduated with my Master’s in Arts of Teaching -Special Education, also from St. Michael’s. This is my first year at SCS and cannot wait to meet you all!

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going on walks with my doberman, and doing puzzles! Please reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or needs. I look forward to starting a new school year with you!

My name is Mariel Adsit, and I grew up in Charlotte. I attended the Charlotte Children’s Center, CCS K-8 and then CVU. I am also an alumni of Saint Lawrence University and Saint Michael’s College. I now live in WIlliston with my husband and three kids. I am very happy to be back in CVSD (mostly SCS and CCS) supporting students. I have training in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. I enjoy partnering with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments.