I was born and grew up in Somerville. I graduated from Tufts University. I have worked for the Somerville Public Schools since 1990. As you can see, I have always been close to Somerville.

Pronouns (she/her) Hi, my name is Kara Dodd and I am a Resource Room teacher at Winter Hill. Prior to being a Wildcat, I worked at the East Somerville Community School as a paraprofessional. This is my 7th year in Somerville Public Schools and I am very grateful every year for the opportunity to learn and grow alongside my students. I have a master’s degree in Special Education and I love working through challenges with students and finding creative ways to make learning and growth possible for everyone. When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time outside in nature, cooking new recipes, reading and listening to podcasts. 

I've been at Winter Hill since 2016 as a speech-language pathologist.  I work with students in all classrooms across the school to help them communicate in class and on the playground.  Go Wildcats! 

Alli graduated with her master's in occupational therapy from Xavier University.  She has been working in schools ever since and has been at Winter Hill since 2017.  When not in school, Alli enjoys spending time outdoors, crafting, and visiting her family on Cape Cod. 

I have been teaching at Winter Hill since 2005 and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else! My husband and I have two amazing children, Tyson and Harper. 

I was raised in Somerville and feel extremely lucky to be working as a teacher here since 1992.  I graduated from Lesley University where I obtained my undergraduate degree and Masters in Special Education.  My dream was to always be a teacher with the philosophy that we are all capable of doing great things no matter the obstacles. To facilitate teaching I integrate mindful practices to make learning a positive experience. In addition to being a teacher I am mom to amazing twin daughters. 

I have been an educator for 10+ years now. I have worked with Somerville for 5 years. This is year 6! I enjoy spending time with family and friends; simply creating memories we can look back on and chuckle about years later.