Ms. Maloney was born in February and her hometown is Plymouth, MA. She attended college at Framingham State University.
Favorite teacher? Mr. Freitas, who was my teacher junior year of high school, was my favorite teacher. He knew I wanted to be a teacher, so one day after school he offered to stay late with me, so that way he could teach me the ins and outs of being a teacher. That day I learned what an IEP and a 504 was, I learned about the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and I learned what a lesson plan objective was. I had no idea how much teachers had to know and do! I really appreciated and still do appreciate Mr. Freitas doing that for me. It really opened my eyes, but it did not discourage me from pursuing the education profession. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? I would do anything that involves nature or dogs. I love being outside as much as I love dogs. Do you have pets? Yes! I have a dog named Ellie. Favorite Color? Pink Favorite Quote/saying? My all-time favorite quote is: “When everything feels like an uphill struggle, just think of how beautiful the view at the top is.” This quote speaks to me a lot because it applies literally to mountain hiking, but it metaphorically applies to life itself. In life, as with hiking, you got to push yourself to keep going because the outcome will be worth it. Don’t give up. Ever. Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Arizona Favorite Food? Pizza Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I LOVE hiking and camping with my dog. Hiking and camping are my favorite things to do.
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Ms. MacDonald was born in February and her hometown is Leesburg, FL (an hour north of Disney!). She attended college at Granite State College (undergrad) and Merrimack College (Graduate).
Favorite teacher? My fourth grade teacher Mrs. Henry - she was very kind. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Medicine Do you have pets? Yes! A fiesty toy Chihuahua and a beagle Favorite Color? Pink Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? India Favorite Food? Italian food Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? Swimming and woodcraft. Mr. Mazara was born in June and his hometown is Medfield, MA. He attended college at Framingham State University.
Favorite teacher? My painting professor at FSU was my favorite teacher because he really challenged me to analyze my artwork further and he was a wealth of knowledge. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Astronomy and/or Real Estate. Do you have pets? I have a child. I don't need more expenses. Favorite Color? Green...I mean Purple...Go Bourne! Favorite Quote or Saying? Follow Reason Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Brazil Favorite Food? Mexican Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I am currently working on some personal drawings and paintings. I am also studying for the MA Real Estate Salespersons exam. Ms. Holden was born in September and her hometown is Barnstable, MA. She attended college at Bridgewater State College.
Favorite teacher? I believe we are always learning, saying that, my favorite teachers were ; Steven Ryan, George Tomlinson, Cindy McCann, Eileen Salamone, Don Mahoney, Bill Sullivan, Jim McQuade and Mary Fuller and really so many more. They taught me so much about how to be a teacher. Their lessons have stayed with me 30 years later. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Meteorologist, I am a weather geek Do you have pets? Yes, one dog, Ginger Favorite Color? Sky blue Favorite Quote or Saying? To the world you might be one person, but to one person you might be the world. Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Kazakhstan Favorite Food? Walnut Whip, only found in Ireland Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? At the moment watching my daughter play sports is my most favorite activity. I am also honored to represent our staff as the Bourne Educator Association Vice President. Ms. Lunedei was born in May and her hometown is Mendham, New Jersey. She attended college at Providence College (BS) and American International College (MEd).
Favorite teacher? Mrs. Cronin, she was my teacher in 3rd, 5th and 6th grade. She made math fun by always connecting our lessons to her travels around the world. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? I like to bake desserts and decorate cakes, so maybe a pastry chef. Do you have pets? Yes, at my house we have a dog, a bearded dragon, a hamster and 2 fish. Favorite Color? blue Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Europe, I backpacked around England, Scotland, France, Spain and Italy after I graduated college. Favorite Food? Pizza Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I love to run and I coach youth soccer. Ms. Moore was born in December and her hometown is Westport, CT. She attended college at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA.
Favorite teacher? My senior year in high school I took a horticulture class with Mr. D - He was the best - we grew vegetables and flowers in the greenhouse. He made science relatable. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Probably become a lawyer- a public defender to help those in need Do you have pets? A female chocolate lab named Koko Favorite Color? blue Favorite Quote or Saying? A sign on my desk reads- “Don’t count the days, make the days count” Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? To Austria- but a few summers ago my family travelled 12,000 miles across the US- best trip ever. Favorite Food? Chicken parm Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I have been part of the same book club for the past 12 years (although I don’t alway read the books:)), I like to hike, bike and go camping. Ms. Murphy was born in October and her hometown is Middleboro, MA. She went to college for her BA at Bridgewater State University and MA at Emerson College.
Favorite teacher? Mr. Joaquim (High School English) He was able to instill a love of reading for enjoyment and fostered individual creativity If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? A chef in a small restaurant that specializes in utilizing organic foods Do you have pets? Yes a cockapoo named Dorothy :) Favorite Color? Of course it is purple! Favorite Quote or Saying? “A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others” -Wizard of Oz Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Saint Lucia Favorite Food? Homemade pasta Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? In my spare time I love cooking and in the summer I love traveling around Cape Cod and the Islands on our boat, “Anything Goes.” Ms. Murphy was born in May and her hometown is Brockton, MA. She went to college at University of Notre Dame (BS in Math) and Simmons College (Masters in Teaching Math).
Favorite teacher? My 3rd grade teacher Ms Howe. She made learning fun. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? In the 4th grade I wanted to be an astronaut, but then I realized I didn't like heights. In the 6th grade I wanted to be an archeologist, but then remembered I don't like to get dirty. In the 7th grade I decided to follow in my mom’s footsteps and become a math teacher. I wouldn't do anything else. Do you have pets? no, I have 3 children. Favorite Color? Blue Favorite Quote or Saying? The only way to learn math is to do math. Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? After college I backpacked through Europe starting in Greece and ending in England. But the furthest I've been is Bora Bora on my honeymoon. Favorite Food? I could eat Steak every day! Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I enjoy traveling, swimming, golf, and watching Marvel superhero movies. :) Ms. Laprade was born in December and her hometown is Bourne, MA. She went to college at UMass Boston.
Favorite teacher? My third grade teacher, Ms. Cronin because she held us to high standards but made learning fun. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Sailing Instructor Do you have pets? Yes! A puggle named Tucker, two cats, an Amazon parrot and a cockatiel. Favorite Color? Teal Favorite Quote or Saying? “I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship” - Louisa May Alcott Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Wicklow, Ireland Favorite Food? Sushi Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? My hobbies include sailing and hiking. In the summer, I also play clarinet in Falmouth Town Band. Ms. McDonald was born in September and her hometown is Bourne, MA (Class of 1987, but call Mashpee home now).
College? Well, since my folks insisted I stay in-state for obvious financial reasons, I went as far away as I could: North Adams State College (now MCLA), where I found the social scene a bit too much to avoid. Ironically, I ended up commuting from home to Southeastern Massachusetts University (now UMass-Dartmouth) for my Bachelors in English, and later getting my Masters in Special Education from Bridgewater State College (now BSU). I’m now attending American International College for my CAGS in Educational Leadership, and wondering when AIC, too, will change its name. Favorite teacher? Hard pick just one...in my younger years, I’d have to say Mr. Tomlinson at the Stowell School (now the Bourne Library..see a theme here???) because he had such a great rapport with kids, a style I try to emulate. As I am a lifetime learner, I’d have to say Mrs. Casey here at BHS is my favorite; I learn more from her every day, not just about literature or the teaching profession, but about life. She’s one of the most thoughtful people I know. I’m going to miss her beyond words when she retires. If you were not in education what other profession would you like to attempt? Travel blogger. I’m a huge fan of Anthony Bourdain-- he has the ultimate occupation (other than teaching, of course). I have my own website called The Cape Cod Mom, http://capecodmom.weebly.com/ about living the Cape Cod-life fulltime on a budget--it’s kind of out of date at the moment but I’d love to travel and extend my website to traveling on a budget. Everything I do has to be on a budget; I have four expensive kids who want braces and college educations and food, and a husband who likes to fish. Do you have pets? A cat named Mao Mao Kitty The Vampire Le Chat (she really answers to nothing) that thinks it’s a dog and greets me each day at the door. We have a couple beta fish and one surviving fancy mouse left over from Christmas. Favorite Color? Old Silver Beach Blue...is that a color? it should be. Favorite Quote or Saying? To quote Warren Zevon, “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” It kind of sums up the pace of my life. Where is the farthest place you have ever traveled? Which is farther: Hawaii or Finland? Both seem lifetimes away. Loved them both for very different reasons. Would love to go back spend some time in Finnish schools for some professional development; would love to go back to Hawaii for, well, Hawaii. Favorite Food? Peanut butter toast on very crisp light wheat bread. I eat it every day. Hobbies or Activities/Organizations you are active in? I am passionate about Key Club and giving back to the community. And I enjoy a Sunday church service at Cotuit Federated Church when I can get there. I benefit from a little check in with my spiritual side every now and then. They have an awesome handbell choir! |
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