Afterschool Enrichment

Charlie is most excited about teaching students all about cooking at School’s Out this year!

Cooking builds skills such as leadership, self-confidence, creativity, teamwork, time management and problem solving. These transferable skills are essential for kids to become well-rounded people not just in school, but for the rest of their lives! Cooking is a fun way to spark curiosity about other broader topics such as food systems, chemistry, art and biology to name a few. 

Education & Experience: Charlie has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Florida.

He is an alumni of Champlain College's Teacher Apprenticeship Program. Most recently, Charlie was a Language Arts and Social Studies teacher and Cooking Camp counselor at St. Albans Town Educational Center. In the past Charlie has worked as a soccer coach, camp counselor, and special education paraprofessional.

Background: Charlie is married and has three children. When not changing diapers, Charlie keeps a large garden and chickens to keep his family well-supplied with vegetables, herbs, eggs, and flowers. In his spare time, Charlie enjoys Star Wars, debating World War II history with former students, reading science fiction and fantasy, cooking bread from scratch, playing soccer and volleyball, and hiking with his dog Piper.

Linda Segovia Wise is passionate about creating engaging, movement-based learning experiences for children. As a certified Zumba® Kids instructor, she fosters confidence, creativity, and collaboration through hands-on learning. Her Kids Zumba® classes take children on a journey through global music and dance, while her STEAM camp immerses them in exciting projects that spark imagination and critical thinking. With a background in math, science, and the arts, Linda blends physical activity with intellectual exploration, helping children develop skills that extend beyond the classroom. She is excited to bring these unique programs to the community and looks forward to inspiring young learners through music, movement, and discovery.

Education & Experience: Linda holds a Master’s degree in Teaching Mathematics and has over 14 years of experience teaching K-12 and higher education in both in-person and online settings. She is a former mathematics professor and currently serves as the Program Director for the Math Institute at the Governor’s Institute of Vermont. Throughout her career, she has designed and led numerous STEM, arts, and movement-based programs, ensuring that children not only learn but also have fun while doing it.

Background: Outside of work, Linda is a mom to three kids, a Girl Scout leader, and a board member for SCHIP’s Treasure Upscale Resale. She loves crafting, dancing, and playing with her kids, always finding joy in creativity and connection. She enjoys being in and serving her community, sharing her gifts through education and mentorship.