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:

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:


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:


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:

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:

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:

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:

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:

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:


 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:


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:

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:

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:


Peg Fothergill, Special Educator

pfothergill@wcsu.net           ext: 

what makes kes a special place?

Education Includes:

BA in

MA in

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 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:

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:

Rebecca Claffey, Paraprofessional

rclaffey@wcsu.net   ext: 1328

 what makes kes a special place?

Education Includes:


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Jacquie Carr, Food Service Director

jcarr@wcsu.net             ext: 1313

what makes kes a special place?

Education Includes:

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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

Accomplishments & Activities