Meet Our Team

Meet our team: Nikki Batchelder, Billie-Jo Reed, Kelly Louder, and Marybeth Littlefield.  Preschool is where the youngest learners start their educational journey.  The Pre-K team helps students learn through play, social skills, and fostering a love of learning in school.

Introducing the Kindergarten Team, Becky Walker, Erin Peasley, Denyell O'Brien and new to the team, Macy Bartlett. 

We strive to make learning in kindergarten fun, engaging and relevant. During the month of December you will find us boarding a plane and traveling around the world to learn about holiday traditions celebrated by different cultures. We sample traditional foods, make crafts and learn songs from each culture. Then in the spring you will find us taking what we learned about maps and using a local map to navigate to various places in town. This is a sample of some of the activities that we plan for our students.

Meet our fabulous first-grade team; Ashley Graham, Ashley Spencer, Sarah Ross and Lindsay Marcoux. We’re a group of energetic, caring teachers who love turning every school day into an adventure. From sparking curiosity to cheering on new readers, we make learning exciting and fun. We believe in big smiles, kind hearts, and helping each child shine bright as they grow through their first-grade year!

Our team consists of 4 veteran teachers. This year is Cindy Higgins’ 36th year, Tammy George’s 29th year, Colleen White’s 13th year,  and Emma Crovo’s 5th year.  We welcome Ms. Crovo to our district this year. We obviously think 2nd grade is the best grade ever! We love to learn and have lots of fun.

📚 Meet Our Third Grade Dream Team! 🍎

We’re so excited to welcome everyone to another amazing school year, and we’d love to introduce our incredible third grade team: Missy Noonan, Jacie Nickerson, Kristie Canfield, and Sara Boies!

Together, this talented group brings energy, experience, and a whole lot of heart into the classroom. They’re passionate about helping students grow academically and personally, and they work hard to create a positive, supportive environment where every child can thrive. From building strong reading and math skills to encouraging curiosity, creativity, and kindness, these teachers are ready to make this year unforgettable.

We can't wait to see all the learning, laughter, and growth that’s ahead in third grade!

We are the Fabulous Fourthies!  Our team is ready to kickstart another fantastic school year.  Trish Alley, Erin Gray, Emmy Corbett, and Beau Mercier (new to our team) are ready to empower our students, ignite their love of learning, and help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.   

Grade Four – Need We Say More!!!

We are the Simply Spectacular Sixth grade team! This is our first year working all together and we are very excited about combining forces. Our team is Mrs. Harris in math, Ms. Jones in social studies, and new to the district, Ms. Corson in ELA  and Mrs. Alley in science. Also part of our team is Miss Bubar and Mrs. Atwood in special education. We are looking forward to all the new learning and discoveries we will have with our students throughout sixth and seventh grade!

The 7th grade team at Warsaw works hard to form relationships with our students through interactive, engaging and challenging assignments. We’re buzzing with excitement as students look forward to an incredible year of growth and discovery! We are eager to support each student not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Our team can’t wait to see how each student develops into their best selves. Keeping students motivated to learn and excited to participate in opportunities at Warsaw and beyond is a must.  Our team is made up of Mr. Boutlier, Ms. Louder, Mrs VanDeventer, Mrs. Saucier, Mrs. Taylor and Mr. Marcoux.

We are the Gr8 Grade Eight Team. Naomi Gray teaches ELA and Darcy Rollins teaches math. New to our school is Hailee Milligan, teaching social studies. Kelly Gordon teaches special education and Kelsey Pomelow Book is in science. This is our first year highlighting "8th Grade Academy" with our focus being preparing our kids for a smooth transition into their high school years at MCI. 

Fun Fact:  Our team features the teacher that travels the farthest (60 miles) and the teacher who travels the least (1 mile) to work at Warsaw Middle School.

Meet the IT Team: We're the reason you can stream, grade and occasionally yell at the printer!

We are the IT Team, the wizards behind the curtain who ensure that the magic of digital learning works. We're the folks who can immediately translate a blinking error message into plain English but can also troubleshoot a sticky keyboard with one hand while drinking cold coffee with the other.

Our day involves everything from protecting thousands of student records to resetting passwords. If your screen is frozen, your cursor has mysteriously vanished, or you're wondering how to project a video of a dancing dinosaur, we've got you covered.

We're here to make tech invisible, reliable, and—most importantly—work for our students and staff.

Janet Michaud - Data Coordinator
Nick Nolan - IT Specialist
Rob Bane - Technology Director

Give a massive shout-out to the MSAD 53 Maintenance Team! While everyone else is kicking back after school hours, these superheroes are wielding wrenches and floor polishers like magic wands. Seriously, they keep our buildings so incredibly safe and clean, you could probably eat lunch off the hallway floors (we don't recommend it, but you could). These folks are dedicated to making our schools the best environment for our students, and they do it with a level of grit and compassionate teamwork that deserves a standing ovation. We're pretty sure the only thing they can't fix is your terrible parking job at the last basketball game. Thank you for all you do! 🎉🛠️✨

Jack Claire/DOO

Nanette Shannon/Manson

David Frost/Vickery

Desirae Braley/Warsaw

Joshua Whitney/Vickery (Absent from photo)

Jeanna Holt/Warsaw

Robert Lint/Warsaw

Our dedicated special education team at Manson Park School includes Natasha Robinson, Hillary Johnston, and Sara Goode. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and compassion to support the needs of our students. Their collaborative approach ensures that each student receives personalized support in a caring, inclusive environment.

I am excited to be back as our school district's nurse! I served the district from 2010-2019 and I have a wealth of experience in many different nursing fields during my career.  My husband, Andy and I have also put 4 children through our wonderful district.  My goal is to meet the health and well-being needs of our pre-k through 8th graders, so they can be successful and flourish in school!

Meet "Team Awesome!"

From left to right in the back row we have Justin Downing, our Physical Education Teacher; Carla Littlefield, Art Teacher; and new to our team this year is Amanda Benner, Vickery's School Social Worker. In the front row we have Alice Donaldson, Music Teacher; Tara Pomeroy, Library Technician; and Meghan Goulette, our Technology Teacher. 

Our team of specialists is lucky enough to get to meet, teach, and watch our students grow from as young as 4 years old all the way up to 4th Grade. We love to laugh and have fun with our kiddos, planning School Assemblies, Field Days, Concerts, Art Shows, and more! 

I am absolutely delighted to introduce and extend a warm welcome to Officer Luis Rodriguez, who has joined our district as our new full-time School Resource Officer (SRO)!

A Commitment to Our Community

Officer Rodriguez is already a familiar and dedicated member of our Pittsfield community. He has called Pittsfield home since 2008, drawn here by his wife's family, who have been residents since about 1987. This deep connection to our town makes him an ideal person to serve in this critical role.

His commitment to Pittsfield is also evident through his own family. His two children, Hannah and Nico, have been educated right here in MSAD 53 schools, attending Manson Park School, Vickery School, Warsaw Middle School, and Maine Central Institute (MCI). Officer Rodriguez understands our schools and the importance of a safe learning environment from a parent's perspective.

A Wealth of Experience

Officer Rodriguez brings with him a decade of experience, having served as a police officer for about 10 years. This professional background, coupled with his personal investment in our community, will be invaluable in fostering a positive and secure atmosphere across all our campuses.

He shares our district's priority of ensuring a nurturing and protected space for all students. As he stated, he is "excited to see our town's children learn and grow in a warm, welcoming and safe environment."

We look forward to working closely with Officer Rodriguez as he serves as a mentor, educator, and law enforcement resource for our district. The warmest of welcomes to Officer Rodriguez!

Meet the Vickery Office! Allow us to introduce the wonderful people who keep our school running smoothly every day: our dedicated Vickery School Office Staff! This essential team is the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors alike. They handle everything from greeting students upon arrival, managing student attendance, to distributing important school-wide communications and ensuring all administrative procedures are followed. If you have a question about your student, the school, need to drop off a forgotten lunch, or require any general assistance, stop by the office. They are here to help and are committed to maintaining a welcoming, organized, and efficient environment for our entire school community.

Mrs. Mack - Administrative Assistant
Ms. Peppard - Administrative Assistant
Mr. Thompson - Social, Emotional Learning (SEL)Tech.
Mrs. Boudreau - Assistant Principal
Mrs. Allen - Principal

Meet the dedicated Title I teaching team at Vickery School: Krystiana Marcello, Debbie Currier, Jolene Thies, Paula Hammond, and Drew Bernhardt.  We work with students in grades 1-4, providing tailored support in math and literacy to help every learner thrive. This team works hard to strengthen not just academics, but the entire Vickery community.

We are the Allied Arts Team! We are comprised of Mrs. Baker, art; Mr. Bertrand, physical education; Mr. Fehnel, technology; Mrs. Hallee, health; Ms. Sharples, JMG; Mrs. Rowell, 8th Grade Seminar; and Ms. Weinstein, music. Collectively we have worked at Warsaw for 58 years, 3 months, and 3 weeks! We love working with all students, in all grades. We have some great plans in place for the year to help complement student learning in their core classes. Here’s to a great school year!

The Warsaw Middle School office is powered by a team of four dedicated individuals who bring an astounding 70 years of combined district experience! We absolutely love the day-to-day rhythm of middle school life, and our mission is to always find the joy and laughter that comes with this exciting age group. For us, every single day is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our incredible staff and students!

Get to Know the Team:

Brian Cole (Principal): Mr. Cole's journey at Warsaw Middle School began 17 years ago as a special education teacher! His dedication saw him rise to assistant principal and now, he leads the charge as our principal. Talk about homegrown talent and commitment!

Dawn Dugas: Since joining the main office in 2014, Mrs. Dugas has been a rock of support. Her previous experience as a 1st-grade Ed Tech for 3 years, 3 years on the school board, and time as a dedicated sub across the district means she knows the ins and outs of education from every angle!

Katie Robinson: Mrs. Robinson is a vital part of the office team, bringing 4 years of solid, enthusiastic experience to Warsaw Middle School!

Lori Stevens (Assistant Principal): Ms. Stevens is a true district veteran, beginning her career at MCI in 1987! She brought her passion to Warsaw Middle School in 1997 as the technology teacher before stepping into her current role as assistant principal in 2019. Her long-standing expertise is an incredible asset!

We're here to support you, make things run smoothly, and celebrate the adventure of middle school! Stop by and say hello!

Years of experience? Endless! We are thrilled to introduce the dedicated leadership team guiding our students and schools this year. With a blend of seasoned expertise and fresh perspectives, this group is committed to making 2025-2026 a year of fantastic growth and achievement!

Pictured here are:

• Superintendent, Sharon Littlefield

• Warsaw Principal, Brian Cole

• Warsaw Assistant Principal, Lori Stevens

• Vickery/Manson Principal, Sarah Allen

• Vickery/Manson Assistant Principal, Erica Boudreau

• Technology Director, Rob Bane

• Curriculum Director, Julie Kimball

• Special Education Director, Devyn Shorey (new to our team this year!)

School is off to a wonderful start, and we are all looking forward to a fantastic year working together with our staff, students, and families. Please join us in welcoming Devyn to the team and wishing everyone a successful and fulfilling year!