Meet the Staff

I am Mrs. Caviness. I have been a part of the Griswold Public Schools team for 5 years. I have worked in Before and After School programming and child care for over 15 years. I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful program and the Griswold community!  I am married with 2 wonderful daughters and a big goofball dog. I love football, baking, and all things Disney.  

Hello, My name is Ms. Lisa. This is my 4th year with Wolverines Forward.  My family and I moved  to Griswold from Massachusetts and I’m so excited to be part of the Griswold community!  I love spending time with my family.  I also enjoy participating in team sports, gardening , hiking, kayaking, traveling and exploring new places.  I hold a soft spot in my heart for all animals! 

Hi, I'm Mrs. Owens. I have been a Paraeducator for over 15 years! Seven of those years were here at GES. My son graduated from GHS in 2019. I am so excited to be a part of the Wolverines Forward Program

Hello, I am Mrs. Gasparino. I have been working at GES for ten years and am currently working as a paraprofessional in kindergarten. I am married and I have two sons. I like spending time with my family, traveling and going to the beach.

 Hi, I'm Ms. Gencarella and I've worked at GES as a Para for 15 years. I love my job and all the challenges and fun that comes with helping all these kiddos! I have a big family that loves to spend time together!

My name is Abigail Rasmussen. I am delighted to work with you and your children! I am the oldest of seven girls and knew from an early age that working with kids was my calling. I have worked in childcare since I turned sixteen and  I am currently attending Graduate school for a Master's in Education. A few favorite things are: 

Colors: Teal & Purple
Season: Fall
Food: Avocado Toast
Drink: Dunkin' Iced Coffee
Sports: Cross Country Running & Lacrosse

Hello, I am Ms. Jen. I have been a Para at GES for 16 years. I have a son and daughter plus to cats, Milo and Willy. I believe every child is unique and deserves a caring and engaging environment to learn. I am looking forward to working in the after school program and hope to have lots of fun this year!

Hi! I am Ms. Peyton and I’m a 1st grade instructor. This will be my third year doing Wolverine Forward and I absolutely love being involved in this program! I go to Eastern Connecticut State University and want to be an elementary school teacher. I went to Griswold  for 12 years before graduating in 2021. I love giving back to the community by being a good role model! In my free time I enjoy hiking, reading and listening to music. 

Hello, my name is Ms.Nikki! I moved to Griswold 3 years ago and this is my second year working at Griswold elementary. I love drawing and all things music. I was previously attending Roger Williams University for architecture. I’ve always enjoyed working with kids so I am super excited to be able to help them learn this school year! 

My name is Ms. Sarah! This is my 7th year at Griswold Elementary being a paraprofessional! My daughter is in 7th grade at GMS! We both started Griswold together. We love this school and community! I have an adorable Jack Russell dog named Kirby who loves to go on walks and to our football games!! I love all New England sports teams, concerts and going on adventures to find new places to eat at! My Motto is, "Be Kind, whenever possible!

I am Ms. Angela.  This is my second year at Wolverines Forward.  I have worked in Special Education for 16 years and have worked as an Instructor in a previous afterschool program for 5 years. I am married and have two sons. I enjoy gardening, boating and traveling with my family. 

Hi, I am Ms. Marina! This is my first year working in Wolverines. I am currently in college, majoring in Early childhood education. I love working with children and am very excited about this school year! 

Hi, my name is Ben, I'm a 23 year old Software Development student attending GCU, with that in mind, I love to code, I love video games, and I'm hopeful for my future and excited for today.  

Hi, my name is Brooke. This is my second year working with Wolverines Forward. I am so excited to be with 4th grade! 

Hi, I am Ms. Ashlyn. This is my second year with Wolverines Forward. I graduated from Griswold High School in 2023 and I am currently studying to be an elementary school teacher at Three Rivers Community College. I have spent years working with kids babysitting, working at a summer camp and assisting at a Sunday School which have lead me to choose the career path that I am working on today.