Marlayna Richards
Paraprofessional
My name is Marlayna and I have been with the Gateway Program since it started in 2013! I live in Pepperell, and I enjoy going out with my friends and spending time with my family.
Donna Benites
Program Teacher
My name is Donna and this is my first year as the teacher of the Gateway Program. I began teaching in Indiana in 1995. I moved back to Mass in 2001 and worked as a para until I finished my Master's Degree in 2007 where I have been teaching special education ever since. I have 4 adult children. Two are still in college and the other 2 are no longer living at home. My husband and I live with our 2 dogs who keep us busy. I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and cuddling with my dogs while watching true crime shows. I have recently begun traveling to see and learn new things.
Stephanie Kennedy
Paraprofessional
My name is Stephanie and this is my sixth school year here in the NMRSD. I live in Townsend with my husband and daughter. We love geocaching and enjoy a good old fashioned family road trip. In my free time I enjoy cooking, antiquing, plants, traveling, upcycling and repurposing items and spending time with my family.