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Monika Corcoran
Monika Corcoran
Math and Science Specialist
Turkey Hill School
Mrs. Corcoran began her Turkey Hill School adventure as a fourth-grade teacher before becoming the Math and Science Specialist in 2012. She has been inspiring young learners since 2005 and has taught grades 1, 3, and 4 in various districts, bringing a wealth of classroom experience and creativity to every lesson.
Before entering education, Mrs. Corcoran spent 20 years in the business world, where she honed her leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills—qualities she now channels into helping students and teachers succeed.
Besides her K-6 Teacher Certification, Mrs. Corcoran also holds a Teacher Leader certification in Elementary Mathematics. Her education includes a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing, a master’s degree in Education, and most recently, a Sixth Year degree in Technology Integration. (She’s always eager to find new ways to blend technology with teaching!)
When she’s not busy making math and science meaningful, Mrs. Corcoran enjoys time with her husband and friends on the slopes or at the beach, gardening (though she's tending more to weeds than flowers) and most importantly, traveling to or with her two grown sons, Michael and Erich, who continue to make her proud every day.
Have questions about the math or science programs at Turkey Hill School? Mrs. Corcoran is always happy to help—just reach out!
203-891-8040
Nicole Gilson
Math and Science Specialist
Racebrook School
Mrs. Gilson has been an educator in Orange since 2006. She began her career in education in 1998 teaching in New Haven. Mrs. Gilson taught grades 4 and 5 at The Peck Place School until moving to Race Brook School as the Math/Science Specialist. Prior to her career in education, Mrs. Gilson worked in marketing and public relations.
She holds a bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences, a master's degree in elementary education and a 6th year degree as a teacher specialist, advanced teacher studies.
In 2016, she was the recipient of the Presidential Award for Teaching Mathematics and Science. It was an honor to represent the State of Connecticut in Washington, DC. Mrs. Gilson feels that strong elementary mathematics instruction is key to students' future success in secondary mathematics/science learning. All students can be successful in learning mathematics through quality instruction and a deep understanding of cognitively guided instruction as well as hands on learning.
Outside of school, Mrs. Gilson enjoys family time. With college on the horizon, she is proud of her son's hard work and accomplishments academically and on the track.
Susan Lukianov
Math and Science Specialist
Peck Place School
Mrs. Lukianov has been part of the Orange School District family since 2002, wearing many hats along the way — from second grade teacher and Curriculum Facilitator to Math Coordinator and now Math/Science Specialist at Peck Place School. With a career in education that began in 1990, she brings experience, energy, and a love of learning to everything she does.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching, and a sixth-year degree in Technology Integration. A Connecticut State finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics and Science, Mrs. Lukianov is passionate about helping students see the beauty and fun in math.
Before joining Orange, she taught grades 1-3, 5th grade science and also spent two exciting years at the Intrepid Museum in Manhattan, working in the Education Department — a perfect blend of learning and adventure!
Mrs. Lukianov especially enjoys teaching math to learners of all ages. She believes every student can grow to understand and appreciate math when it’s taught with creativity, curiosity, and a little bit of joy.
Fun Note: Mrs. Corcoran and Mrs. Gilson began their careers as grade level partners in New Haven!
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