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Because the T in PTA stands for Terrific Teachers

Molly Henriksen-Rowland, BES & PES Art teacher

12/18/2017

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Ms. Henriksen-Rowland was born in July and her hometown is Falmouth, MA.  She went to college at School of Visual Arts, UMass Amherst, and Mississippi College.
Favorite teacher? Mrs. Peterson because she was the art teacher.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? I would be a painter.
Do you have pets? Yes, three cats and one dog.
Favorite color? Green,purple, it changes daily!
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Italy
Favorite Food? Pesto
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I am a member of the Falmouth art center, my hobbies are pottery and sculpture.
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Jillian Donovan, BMS Art teacher

12/16/2017

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Ms. Donovan was born in April and her hometown is Berkley, MA.  She went to college at UMass Dartmouth (Bachelor) and Bridgewater State (Master).
Favorite teacher? Mr. Dobrowsky who was my high school art teacher.  He taught me to love art and gain confidence.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? Graphic designer or greeting card designer. :)
Do you have pets? Yes, Cat - Romeo and GloFish
Favorite color? Aqua
Favorite Quote or Saying? "Kill 'em with Kindness!"  :)
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Italy
Favorite Food? Tacos and ice cream sundaes
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? Anything craft related, cooking, playing with my daughter, skiing.
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Marisa Repeta, BHS Art teacher

12/16/2017

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Ms. Repeta was born in February and her hometown is Bethesda, MD.  She went to college at Columbia University.
Favorite teacher? I really liked my Biology teacher because he explained things so well.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? Graphic designer
Do you have pets? Going to be getting a puppy next Summer!
Favorite color? Periwinkle
Favorite Quote or Saying? “Live life as if everything is rigged in your favor.” - Rumi
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Buenos Aires, Argentina
Favorite Food? Chocolate
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? Painting and Yoga
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Amanda Dodge, BHS Art teacher

12/16/2017

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Ms. (Cabral) Dodge was born in October and her hometown is Somerset, MA.  She went to college at UMass Dartmouth for both her Bachelors and Masters Degree.
Favorite teacher? My favorite teacher was my Theater/Show Choir Teacher, Mr. Mike Winslow. I spent 6 extra hours every day with him after school doing sets and practicing for our performances.  Him and our music groups became my 2nd family.  I still keep in touch with him to this day.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? Real Estate Agent or working for a college Res Life. I like working with people.
Do you have pets? Yes, I have a Netherland Dwarf Bunny named Zipper.  He is 3 years old, recently moved into a double decker bunny condo, and loves papaya.

Favorite color? Purple and black
Favorite Quote or Saying? “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” - Gandhi
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Australia
Favorite Food? Cheese Fondue
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? Hiking, Traveling, Making Art or crafting,  learning American History/Art History factoids, I enjoy nerdy things and consider myself a gamer.  This includes video games (mostly console), Board games, Puzzle games, and RPG’s (Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons).  On occasion I have gone to LARP’s ( Live Action Role Playing games) in Mass.  I also cosplay and enjoy going to nerdy conventions to see the latest art and costuming.

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Tara Stanton, Bournedale 2nd grade teacher

12/7/2017

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Ms. Stanton was born in October and her hometown is Holyoke, MA.  She went to college at Elms College (undergrad) and Lesley (graduate).
Favorite teacher? My favorite teacher was Sr. Marlene, my high school English teacher. Her great passion for literature inspired me become an avid reader.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? I loved doing theater when I was younger, so I would have loved to have been a Broadway performer.
Do you have pets? I have two dogs: a lab/husky named Ella and a yorkie-poo named Louie
Favorite color? Pink
Favorite Quote or Saying? One of my favorite quotes is: “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think” Christopher Robin
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Ireland
Favorite Food? Cheese; hummus; veggie fajitas
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I love spending time with my two boys and their activities are now mine. :)  I am very active on different committees at school, such as the mentoring program, the Sibs team, and the report card committee.  I love going to the theater!
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Kim Colella, Peebles 3rd grade teacher

12/7/2017

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Ms. Colella was born in July and her hometown is Bourne, MA.  She went to Bridgewater State College for her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and Communication Studies and for her Master’s in Education in Reading.
Favorite teacher? Mr. Southworth, Ms. Norton and Mrs. Raposa – I can’t pick because they all made learning fun in different ways.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? I would love to try being a baker.
Do you have pets? Blackie (a pug) and Whitey (the bunny) – both named by my daughter
Favorite color? Purple
Favorite Quote or Saying? Mistakes are proof you are trying.
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? California
Favorite Food? Ice cream
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I grew up playing softball and still do play it. I am also starting to help out and coach with my daughter’s teams.
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Jesup Szatkowski "Mr. Zat", BHS P.E. teacher

12/7/2017

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Mr. Zat was born in October and his hometown is Bourne, MA (currently Falmouth).  He went to college at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA.

Favorite teacher? Bob Gray (Biology @ BHS) - Saw potential success in every student.
If you were not in education, what other profession would you like to attempt? Former professional swimming coach - 18 years.
Do you have pets? 2 fish and 2 kids (5 & 6 y.o.)
Favorite color? Green
Favorite Quote or Saying? Success is intentional.
Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Hawaii, four times
Favorite Food? Bacon, of course
Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? Hobbies are running, biking, coaching my kids.  Organizations include Nye Grant committee, National Honor Society Council, and Athletics assistant.
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