Virtual Learning Program, Integrated Math 3 , Room 302
rcirillo@ledyard.net

Website: virtuallearningacademy.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by finding a time and space at home to access the VLP website, completing required lessons from home when learning remotely, e-mailing teacher when their student is having difficulty.

I love teaching because the VLP program is self-paced and user friendly. Students can complete courses more quickly in the VLP program. VLP courses mostly align with Common Core and are rigorous, yet manageable, for students to complete independently.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me walking or running the boardwalk in Niantic, kayaking or clamming in the Niantic River. Every other Saturday morning is a cleaning day, drudgery!!! Planning a nice Saturday night with friends or family is a highlight.

Transition and Organization Skills, Room 308
bcoan@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by creating a distraction-free space in your home for your student to complete assignments.

I love teaching because I love to help students who have a difficult time learning in the regular education setting. I believe every student has the ability to succeed in the classroom, if given the proper tools.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me fishing, gardening, coaching football, cooking, and/or playing my instruments.

Transition and Organization Skills, Resource, High Needs, Room 208
jgrote@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by creating a space where their student can learn at home, encouraging the continued use of an alarm/reminder to alert to class changes at home, and encouraging the student to email me if they have questions.

I love teaching because I love to help students with a wide variety of strengths, interests, and abilities. I really enjoy working closely with students to support them with their classes. I also love to see students develop and improve their ability to self-advocate in order to work towards their future goals.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me spending quality time with family, enjoying time with my dog, or camping.

Integrated Math I (Collaborative with Mrs. Russak), Transitional Math 2, Integrated Math II (Collaborative with Mrs. Flax), Room 410
amagee@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by having a clear work space with a notebook and calculator ready for math, and asking questions as they arise. It is important for students to communicate with me, especially when working virtually from home.

I love teaching because I love being able to help students in a variety of settings. My position allows me to work with students in large groups as well as smaller settings. I am able to help develop an appreciation for math in the real world while connecting with students and helping them build on some of their other skills such as organization and self-advocacy.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me hanging out with my family. We have three daughters, ages 2, 4, and 6. We love being outside hiking and exploring new areas.

High Needs, Room 116
mmeyer@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by contacting the teacher if there are any questions and helping log in on Wednesdays as needed.

I love teaching because I love working with all students and creating a safe, comfortable environment where student will feel confident to take academic risks. I love seeing the look of pride when a student has accomplished a difficult goal.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me walking in my neighborhood with my children, going out to eat with my family, or playing with my dog.

Biology with Ms. K. Montgomery, Exploring Physics with Mr. Robinson, Systems and Sustainability with Mr. Wisniewski, Transition and Organization Skills for 11-12, Rooms 101, 102, 305, 215
amontgomery@ledyard.net

Twitter: @andreamontgoan

For my class, families can help their students succeed by please making sure students are logging into Google Classroom and Google Meets at the beginning of each block, bringing headphones for their Chromebook to school, emailing me with any questions and concerns at anytime - I want to help.

I love teaching science because it is fascinating, new discoveries are being made all of the time, people can apply scientific thinking to their daily lives to make better and safer decisions for themselves and those they love, and it is really fun!

On a typical Saturday, you might find me taking a nap, reading, cuddling with my pets and my kids, and doing homework.

Transition and Organization Skills 11-12, Transition and Organization Skills 9-10, Room 416
jmurray@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by assisting your student in checking their Google Classroom and PowerSchool grades weekly to ensure that all assignments are completed and turned in correctly.

I love teaching because I enjoy helping my students find the self-confidence within themselves to try things they have never tried, be who they were meant to be, and never ever to give up on their passions and goals. Mistakes are proof that we are trying, learning and growing. To fail = First Attempt In Learning.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me walking my dogs, restaurant hopping to discover all of the delicious foods the world has to offer, or sitting in the sand and staring at the beautiful, mysterious, never-ending ocean.

English 11 Collaborative, English 9 Collaborative, Transition and Organization Skills 9-10, Room 115
cobrien@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by encouraging your student to stay positive and to do their best, support them when they need encouragement, and creating a space free of distractions where your student can concentrate on their work on their journey to their personal successes.

I love teaching because because I love helping student to explore their strengths and weaknesses and I really get to know the students one on one in Transition and Org. I also love working in the English collaborative program because I get to work with students multiple years in a row and that is really special.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me walking with my dogs or relaxing by the beach with my fiance.

English 11-12, Civics, English 12 with Mrs. Riley, Rooms 306, 402, & 112
gpyzalski@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by creating a space for the student to work undisturbed and helping the student log into class on time - 7:42 comes early!

I love teaching because there no better feeling in the world than helping someone reach their potential. It is wonderful to see that "light" come on when a student understands a new idea or concept. It is rewarding for me to know I have been able to reach them and help them on their way to future independence.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me hiking local trails looking for letterboxes, sitting by a campfire enjoying the night skies or visiting my daughter in Newport, RI, admiring mansions of the Gilded Age.

ESS, Transitional Math 9/10, Transition and Organization Skills 9-10, Room 417
astorm@ledyard.net

For my class, families can help their students succeed by encouraging your student to self-advocate.

I love teaching because I love seeing students become independent learners over the course of high school.

On a typical Saturday, you might find me playing with construction trucks with my toddler, drinking coffee, or cooking.