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Samantha Kayhart: I'm excited to be joining the Williston Central School community! While I'm new here, I've been teaching high school science for 21 years, most recently at Champlain Valley Union High School. My passion is biology, and I've spent a lot of my career teaching Advanced Placement Biology. I graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in Animal Science in 1991 and earned a 5th year certificate in secondary education from UVM in 1996. I am licensed to teach 7-12th grade science in Vermont.
Outside of school, I love spending time with family and friends, including my husband, three grown children and three grandchildren. I also enjoy traveling, especially to places near the ocean, reading, doing art hiking, kayaking, playing with my dogs, and socializing with friends. I can't wait to get to know all of you!
Amanda Laberge: I began teaching at Williston Central School in 2009. I earned my bachelor's degree at SUNY Plattsburgh in 2006 with a major in biology and minor in chemistry. I completed my teaching licensure program in 2009 and earned my Master's Degree in 2012 through St. Michael's College. Outside of school, I spend lots of my time with my family, including my two incredible children, Ryan and Max. I enjoy gardening, camping, watching sports, cooking, baking, and reading. I love exercising in many forms and spending time outdoors enjoying all that Vermont has to offer. I also love to travel and find adventures in new places. I am looking forward to learning and growing together with my students this year.
Deb Taylor: Hello! I have been teaching at Williston Central School since 2002. I graduated from the University of Maine with a BS in Secondary Education. I earned an MA in Curriculum & Instruction from Chapman University while living/teaching in sunny California. My family consists of my husband and adult children. In my spare time I can be found walking my Labradors, traveling, on the fairways, digging in the dirt, enjoying seasonal sports, reading a good book, or surrounded by the people who make me happy. I hold certification in middle level social studies (5-9 and 7-12), language arts (5-9), and National Board Certification in social studies. I teach social studies for grades 7/8.
Kristyn Maxwell-Smith: My formal education began with a Bachelor Degree from Green Mountain College with a double major in Elementary Education and Special Education/Consulting Teacher. I am certified as an elementary educator K-6 grade and special educator K-22 years. I also earned a Master Degree in Special Education/Consulting teacher/Learning Specialist from Castleton University.
My experience began in NH where I taught for two years at Eckerd Family Youth Alternatives focusing on adjudicated boys ages 11-17 years old. Following that, I taught for four years at Chester-Andover Elementary School in Vermont, grades K-6 Special Education.
I have been teaching as a Special Educator/Intensive Needs Specialist at Williston Central School since 1998. Special Education is my passion and I believe strongly in every child's ability to learn and flourish.
I am married and I have one adult daughter and two adult step-sons. I live in Colchester, VT and I love all activities water-related, but particularly love paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, and boating. I love to read, travel, and spend time with my loved ones.
Ingrid Luby: I was born in Caracas, Venezuela. I graduated from the University of Alejandro De Humbodlt where I received a Bachelor's Degree in International Business. Throughout my studies I developed a passion for learning new cultures and languages. I moved to Vermont in 2007, and completed my nursing license at the UVM medical center. I have over 8 years experience as a professional in the health care industry and have worked as a Paraeducator. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development is an amazing opportunity that I am honored to accept daily.
I live in Williston with my husband and two young boys. In my free time I enjoy snowboarding, hiking, biking and finding new adventures with my family.
Hi, I am Lauren Cammann, a paraeducator in Cedar, Spruce, and Willow Houses. I have 10 years experience working at WCS, and enjoy supporting students throughout the day on study skills and more. It’s wonderful to meet each student and spend time together as a team learning and growing every day. My goal is to inspire students to gain confidence in their own abilities so that they understand the importance of being accepting, kind lifelong learners. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and love animals, reading, walking, gardening, history, cooking, and travel.
Paula Cooper
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