Faculty & Staff
Mary Guggenberger, Principal
mary.guggenberger@mtnviews.org ext: 1311
What makes KES a special place?
A collaborative team of educators, partnering with parents to educate the curious minds of children in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment.
Education Includes:
BA Business
MA Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
MVSU Leadership Team
Educational Support Team Leader
KES Crisis Team
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Vermont Principal's Association Executive Council
Margaret Allen, Admin. Asst. to the Principal
mallen@wcsu.net ext: 1310
what makes kes a special place?
Our students, teachers, parents and staff work together to create a supportive environment that allows everyone in the community to thrive.
Education Includes:
BA in Economics and History
MBA
Accomplishments & Activities:
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Teaching Essential Worker's children on Wednesdays
Amy Simonds, 6th Grade Teacher
asimonds@wcsu.net ext: 1325
What makes KES a special place?
Teachers work together to develop enriching curriculum that truly meets the needs of each student; students work creatively and enthusiastically across all grade levels.
Education Includes:
BS in Education: History Concentration
Accomplishments & Activities:
Talent Show Co-Coordinator
Performing Arts Director
Middle School Transition Team
Student Council Advisor
Allison Gormly, 5th Grade Teacher
agormly@wcsu.net ext: 1317
What makes KES a special place?
Our students are hard working, motivated, and creative. Our parents and community are supportive and involved. KES is a place where everyone feels comfortable, safe, and confident to try new things and be the best that they can be.
Education Includes:
BA in Education
MA in Curriculum & Instruction
Accomplishments & Activities:
Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports Coordinator
Literature Lunch Club Co-Coordinator
Performing Arts Stage Design & Management
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Faculty Advisory Committee
WCSU Literacy Equity Team
Megan Schindler, 3rd & 4th Grade Teacher
mschindler@wcsu.net Ext 1319
What makes KES a special place?
In many ways, it was a dream come true to join the KES family in 2020. I deeply appreciate sharing a love of the mountains and outdoor recreation with this community. The staff here are welcoming, supportive, and down-to-earth. I am grateful to be in a community of teaching experts who are so intently focused on helping students become the best young people they can be.
Education Includes:
BA in Elementary Education; Psychology Concentration
MA in Curriculum and Instruction: Literacy Concentration
Accomplishments & Activities:
WCSU Deeper Learning Elementary Facilitator
Upper Valley Outdoor Educators PLC
Beth Ann Hughes, 3rd & 4th Grade Teacher
bethann.hughes@mtnviews.org Ext 1319
What makes KES a special place?
I was so lucky to join the KES family last year. The collaboration between staff, students and parents has been wonderful. The KES community has a strong support system to provide a caring environment which provides students with a safe and collaborative learning environment to support all learners.
Education Includes:
BS in Mass Communications; Emphasis in Public Relations
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
Special Education Certification
Holly Getty, 2nd Grade Teacher
holly.getty@mtnviews.org ext: 1320
What makes KES a special place?
Joining the KES team in 2015, I have felt very welcomed and supported from the moment I first walked through the door. I have enjoyed all of the students, teachers, administrators, and parents that I have met. I look forward to working together for the best interests of each and every student.
Education Includes:
BA in Government; minor Education
Masters of Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
PATH Wellness Leader
Math Equity Team
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Lisa Laird, 1st Grade Teacher
llaird@wcsu.net ext: 1324
What makes KES a special place?
We are a dedicated team putting the needs of each child first. I feel fortunate to work with a talented group of teachers who go above and beyond in everything they do, planning lessons together and brainstorming to move students forward in their learning and social development.
Education Includes:
BS in Consumer Affairs
Masters of Arts in Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
WCSU Licensing Board Representative
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
PBIS Targeted Team Member
Literacy Equity Team
Science Committee
Strategic Design Team
Melissa Knipes, Kindergarten Teacher
melissa.knipes@mtnviews.org ext: 1323
what makes KES a special place?
At KES, we meet the needs of all our students. The staff works closely together to determine support and enrichment within the curriculum. We work with parents so their child(ren) can achieve academic success. We also offer a variety of "specials" (gym, music, Spanish, art) and fine arts opportunities. KES is the place to be.
Education Includes:
BS in Elementary & Special Education
Masters of Art: Reading
Accomplishments & Activities:
Talent Show Co-Coordinator
KES Performing Arts Choreographer
KES Instrumental Lesson Support
WCSU Data Literacy and Literacy Equity Teams
Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention
Kindergarten Educational Support Team
WCEA Building Representative
Jodi LeBrun, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
jlebrun@wcsu.net ext: 1328
What makes KES a special place?
KES is a small school with a big heart. The staff and families are so supportive and all work as a team to create the best education possible for our students. I am excited to join the KES family and continue inspiring young learners!
Education Includes:
BS in Elementary Education
ME in Early Childhood Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
PATH Wellness Leader
Annika Dyhrberg, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
adyhrberg@wcsu.net Ext: 1314
What makes KES a special place?
KES is an amazingly welcoming and supportive community. The ability to learn and play in diverse outdoor settings is truly unique and special. I feel endlessly lucky to be able to learn and grow alongside our students.
Education Includes:
BA in Inclusive Elementary Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
Licensed K-6 General Education
Licensed K-8 Special Education
Former Collegiate Softball and Tennis Player
Claire Bardis, Art Educator
cbardis@wcsu.net Ext 1330
What makes kes a special place?
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Eileen Vaughn, Library/Media Specialist
eileen.vaughn@mtnviews.org ext: 1322
What makes KES a special place?
The level of professionalism and initiative is outstanding. Innovative approaches to teaching are always being explored while maintaining the best practices in teaching methods.
Education Includes:
BA in English Literature
Library Media Specialist VT Endorsement
Accomplishments & Activities:
KES Technology Team
WCSU Technology Committee
KES Literature Lunch Co-Coordinator
Daily Artist & Exhibitor at Artistree
Marianna Porcello, Physical Education
mporcello@wcsu.net ext: 1321
What makes KES a special place?
Education Includes:
BS in Physical Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
Sally Denbeaux, Spanish Educator
sdenbeaux@wcsu.net Ext 1316
What makes KES a special place?
I'm excited to be here and am looking forward to a great year! I love being part of this wonderful community where I feel so welcomed and supported with opportunities to continue to learn and grow.
Education Includes:
BA in Spanish
MA in Teaching of Spanish
Accomplishments & Activities:
Mentor with the Mentor Connector program
Former Peace Corps volunteer -Dominican Republic
Heather Harvey, Instructional Coach and Interventionist
hharvey@wcsu.net ext: 1341
What makes KES a special place?
KES is an environment that feels welcome and always like home. The staff are amazing! I love being a part of the KES family! We all meet students where they are and help them grow each day.
Education Includes:
BS in Elementary Education and Special Education, with Psychology concentration
Masters in Elementary Education and Special Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
200 hour certified Hatha Yoga instructor
Certified Children's yoga teacher through Childlight Yoga
Peg Fothergill, Special Educator
pfothergill@wcsu.net ext:
what makes kes a special place?
Education Includes:
BA in
MA in
Accomplishments & Activities:
Jamie Sudol, School Nurse
jsudol@wcsu.net ext: 1312
What makes KES a special place? KES
The collaborative team work that goes into making sure that every student has what they need to succeed.
Education Includes:
BA in Social Sciences / Human Resources
AS in Nursing
MEd in General Education
Accomplishments & Activities:
Nationally Certified School Nurse
Non Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention
Licensed K-8 Health Educator
Stephanie Firstbrook, Paraprofessional
sfirstbrook@wcsu.net ext: 1328
what makes kes a special place?
All the people - big and small that fill all the spaces in KES. Everyone is friendly, kind and curious.
Education Includes:
BS in Television Production and Psychology
Accomplishments & Activities:
Paraprofessional in the PreK and working with essential worker’s children on Wednesdays.
Rebecca Claffey, Paraprofessional
rclaffey@wcsu.net ext: 1328
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Jacquie Carr, Food Service Director
jcarr@wcsu.net ext: 1313
what makes kes a special place?
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Jerry Catenacci, Building & Grounds Mgr.
jcatenacci@wcsu.net ext: 1326
what makes kes a special place?
Education includes:
BS Applied Math & Statistics
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