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Administrative Staff

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Jim Donahue

Executive Director; OSA President and CEO of Old Sturbridge Village
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Lisa DeTora
Principal
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Melissa Hogan
Vice Principal/Director of Special Education and Student Services 

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Nita Brunell
Administrative Assistant
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Teachers, Counselors, & Support

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Rebekah Andino
Fifth grade Special Education Teacher/leader
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Rebekah Andino is a special education teacher/leader at OSA. Mrs. Andino grew up in Shrewsbury, MA, and completed her higher education at Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida. While she lived in the Sunshine State, she taught fifth grade at South Grade Elementary. After returning to Massachusetts, worked at Hartwell Learning Center’s therapeutic day school for multiple years. She is currently enrolled at Fitchburg State University for her Master’s in Educational Leadership. If she’s not in her classroom, you can find her at the Salem Town House in Old Sturbridge Village.

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Kelly Bartlett
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
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​Kelly Bartlett is a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant at the academy. She grew up in Enfield, Connecticut and enjoyed playing field hockey for her school. Mrs. Bartlett graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Elms College and has been an SLPA for a year and a half. Previously Mrs. Bartlett worked at an ABA school providing students with communication support up through age 16. In Old Sturbridge Village, Mrs. Bartlett loves to visit and interact with the lambs at the Fenno Barn. When not at the Academy, Mrs. Bartlett can be found listening to country music while lounging on the beach. 
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Vicki Bennett
Special Education Teacher
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Vicki Bennett joins our crew as our special education department grows. Mrs. Bennett is so excited to be joining this community for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year as a Special Education teacher. Her passion for education began when she started working for the Dudley Charlton Regional School District as an assistant 13 years ago. The wonderful experiences she had inspired her to obtain her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and continue to work towards her master’s degree in special education. When she is not working, she enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, rock climbing, playing with her dogs, and photography. 
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James Bilis
Music Teacher
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Mr. Bilis joins us for his second year this year! He graduated from Worcester State University with a B.A. in Visual and Performing Arts with a concentration in Music. Previously Mr. Bilis collaborated with the Shepherd Hill Music Department as a Percussion Director. If you are looking for Mr. Bilis in Old Sturbridge Village you will find him in the countryside playing one of five instruments and maybe...speaking Greek. ​

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Moriah Burns
Instructional Assistant
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Moriah Burns was introduced to the Academy through an internship assisting the School Adjustment Counselor. She is now a part of our crew full time as an Instructional Assistant. Ms. Burns was born and raised in Sturbridge. She attended Nichols College and graduated this year with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. Ms. Burn’s favorite place to visit in Old Sturbridge Village is the stream because it’s calming and she enjoys listening to the water. ​

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Angela Cacace
Instructional Assistant
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Angela Cacace is an Instructional Assistant. Originally from Kentucky, Mrs. Cacace completed her schooling at Worcester State University. After her training as a registered behavior technician, she worked for 7 years in a behavioral school setting, where she worked with children with autism and social-emotional behavioral disabilities. Mrs. Cacace is also a certified Applied Non-Violence trainer. When visiting the Village, Mrs. Cacace enjoys spending time at the Freeman Farm, due to her love of animals and appreciation for simpler, self-sufficient times. Outside of school, when she isn’t attending her children’s football and field hockey games, Mrs. Cacace loves to craft and create, in the kitchen, on canvas, on wood, and with other varied media. 
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Kara Childs
Second Grade Lead Teacher
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Kara Childs is a founding teacher here at OSA and will be a lead second grade teacher this school year. Kara is a Massachusetts native. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management from UMASS Amherst and after 13 years of working in the hotel industry, she earned her M.Ed. Ms. Childs met many celebrities through her professional years in the hotel industry. Her favorite place to be in OSV is The Village Scoop Shop. When she’s not in the classroom, Ms. Childs is exploring and going on adventures with her daughter. 

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Meg Cunningham
Third Grade Lead Teacher
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Meg Cunningham is a founding 3rd grade teacher at OSA. She has taught 3rd grade for 5 years in a row and has experience as a 6th grade teacher. Mrs. Cunningham earned her degree in Sociology with a minor in Elementary Education and Economics from UMASS Amherst. She then earned a Master in Arts of Teaching from Simmons College. Her favorite part of the Village is the Pasture Walk where she enjoys the beautiful views.​


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Dani Devito

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Cassie Duca
First Grade Lead Teacher
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Cassie Duca is a founding first grade lead teacher. She grew up in Central Massachusetts surrounded by family. Mrs. Duca got her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and her Master’s degree in Reading both at Worcester State University. She previously worked as an academic and behavior support staff in Millbury.  Mrs. Duca enjoys visiting the pottery shop in the Village. When Mrs. Duca isn’t teaching she enjoys swimming and spending time with her cat and husband.​

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Jason Drinkwater
English Language Learner Teacher
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Jason Drinkwater is our English Language Learner teacher and developing a World Cultures curriculum. Mr. Drinkwater is very excited to be joining Old Sturbridge Village Academy. He taught the English language for seven years in Medford, MA. His family roots are in the Sturbridge area as six generations of his family have lived here. He loves to travel and study art and culture from around the world. He has lived and worked in Germany, Russia, and Ireland. He is passionate about working with students who are learning the English language. 
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Jeremy Dubois-White 
Sixth Grade Science and Math Teacher
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Jeremy Dubois-White is very excited to join the Old Sturbridge Academy as the sixth grade Science and Math teacher (STEM)! Mr. Dubois got his educational start working for the Maine Energy Education Program delivering hands on and minds on energy-based activities to schools throughout the state. He was then accepted into the New York City Teaching Fellows program which aimed to improve the educational experience and needs of students in New York City. It was working with the teaching fellows where he received his M.Ed in Science education and spent ten years teaching Science and Math to middle school students.
Originally from Monson, he decided to move back to raise his family. What excites him most about joining the OSA crew is that he gets to combine his love of teaching Science and Math in a way that is hands on and fun and helping them realize the importance of STEM in their everyday lives. 

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Giuseppe Fiorenza
Instructional Assistant
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Joe (Giuseppe) Fiorenza is an instructional assistant at OSA. Mr. Fiorenza is an artist and especially enjoys sculpting and prop making. Mr. Fiorenza was born in Rhode Island and grew up in central Massachusetts. Mr. Fiorenza received a dual Bachelor’s degree in art therapy and studio art from Anna Maria College. Mr. Fiorenza has several years’ experience working with elementary school childre.
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Shannon Foley
Third Grade Lead Teacher
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Shannon Foley is a third grade lead teacher. Ms. Foley received her teaching degree from Anna Maria College with a focus on Elementary Education (1-6) and has a Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement to support English learners. She loves creating hands-on learning experiences for her students and incorporating social-emotional learning into her lessons. When she’s not in the classroom, she enjoys reading everything under the sun (literally and figuratively), writing, and wandering in the woods with her dog, Bear. 
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Amy Herman
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
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Amy Herman is a founding kindergarten teacher at OSA. Mrs. Herman especially enjoys the creative aspects of teaching including theater, poetry, song writing, and all expressive modalities. Mrs. Herman grew up in Connecticut and spent much of her adult life in the Southwest. Mrs. Herman received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education at Worcester State University. Mrs. Herman has taught all over central Massachusetts and written early childhood science curriculum. Mrs. Herman’s favorite spot in Old Sturbridge Village is overlooking Freeman Farm on her early morning walks.

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Jilanne Hobson
Physical Therapist Assistant

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Jilanne Hobson is our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Mrs. Hobson went to Oklahoma City University and received her B.A. in Performing Arts. After graduation, she spent several years performing around the country and eventually returned home and received her degree in Physical Therapy. For the past 20 years, she has worked in various physical therapy settings and taught dance to kids of all ages - she enjoys watching them develop their physical and cognitive skills. She enjoys decorating, painting, and traveling to New York City with her family. 
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Will Jacobson
Instructional Assistant 
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Will Jacobson is an enthusiastic and experienced Instructional Assistant. He joins us from Grow Elementary School where he was a Special Education Teacher’s Aide for the past five years. In addition to his experience at Grow, Mr. Jacobson is currently obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Worcester State University. He attended school locally in Auburn, Massachusetts where he attended Baypath High School prior to his college education. When visiting Old Sturbridge Village, Mr. Jacobson enjoys the long walk to Freeman Farm. In his free time, Mr. Jacobson plays guitar and sings for two bands. He enjoys performing for audiences all over America.
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Jen Jarvis
Occupational Therapist
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Jennifer Jarvis is an Occupational Therapist. She grew up in Connecticut but now hails from Massachusetts. She has been an OT for 22 years, graduating from The University of Hartford many moons ago with high honors, despite sub par SAT scores! She has worked in a variety of settings including multiple public schools, Connecticut Children's Medical Center and most recently The Kennedy Donovan Center for early intervention. She is SIPT certified and is certified in Therapeutic Listening.  She has also taken a plethora of courses including kinesiotaping, sensory regulation and feeding. When not working she spends as much time as possible with her husband, two teenagers, and her golden doodle, Nala. They love travelling, hiking, mountain biking and just being active together.
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Jacquelyn  Marinelli 
Nurse
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Jacquelyn Marinelli is the nurse at the Academy.  She is a Sturbridge native born and raised. Ms. Marinelli graduated from Tantasqua high school and then continued her education at Mount Wachusett for massage therapy. She then transferred to Quinsigamond and received her EMT certification along with getting her massage/spa certificate. She continued her educational career and received her Associate’s degree in liberal arts along with an Associate’s in nursing. Ms. Marinelli is a certified yoga instructor and plans to go back to school this year to get her Master’s degree in science and nursing. She has a six-year old son. Ms. Marinelli enjoys spending time on the hiking trails while in the Village.

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Sam McGuire
Fifth Grade Lead Teacher
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Sam McGuire, a Cape Cod native, graduated from Framingham State University and began his teaching career as a third-grade lead teacher at Old Sturbridge Academy. Mr. McGuire will be a fifth-grade lead teacher this year at OSA. He holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and English and is currently pursuing a M.Ed in Curriculum, Leadership, and Inclusion from Lasell College. You can find Mr. McGuire wandering on the Riverwalk in Old Sturbridge Village with his feet that are exactly one foot long, earning the nickname “Bigfoot” from his students.  

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Seana Moran
Second Grade Lead Teacher
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Seana Moran is a returning teacher who will be teaching second grade at OSA this year. She grew up in Northern MA, where she also graduated high school. Mrs. Moran graduated from Fitchburg State University in 2002 with her Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. She then returned to Fitchburg State where she pursued her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and graduated in 2010. Her favorite place in Old Sturbridge Village is the pottery shed. Mrs. Moran started her teaching career working as a 1:1 with students with disabilities, then she became an Instructional Assistant for 6 years in the Nashoba District. After she continued teaching K-3 for 8 years. Mrs. Moran is a founding member of OSA.
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Jennifer Murray
Adjustment Counselor
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Jennifer Murray is our School Adjustment Counselor with her background and license in clinical social work. After earning her graduate degree at Florida State University, Ms. Murray moved back to New England to pursue her career as a counselor. Ms Murray previously worked in Southbridge public schools and You Inc. For recreation she enjoys pug snuggles and disc golfing. When at OSV you’ll find her walking the trails!
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Breen Peters
Instructional Assistant
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Breen Peters is an Instructional Assistant.  This is her third year at OSA. She grew up in Massachusetts. Breen taught Early Childhood for four years while attending Worcester Technical High School. She was also an ABA paraprofessional at Clinton Elementary before coming to OSA. She is currently continuing her education in counseling foundations.  Her favorite place in the Village is the River Walk.  

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Brianna Pike
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
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Ms. Pike has been with OSA for four years now as one of the founding teachers. Over her four years she has been a part of the kindergarten crew. Ms. Pike grew up in Leicester MA, she graduated from Anna Maria College with her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She recently returned to Anna Maria to pursue her Master’s degree in Moderate Disabilities. She is on track to graduate next summer. Ms. Pike’s favorite place to be in the Village is the Pottery Shop. She loves how quaint and unique it is. ​
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Leah Prouty-Muller
Visual Arts
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Leah Prouty-Mueller is joining the Academy for her third year. She is an art aficionado, reining from central Massachusetts. Leah received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education from the Massachusetts College of Art, and went on to receive her Masters of Education in Visual Arts from Framingham State University. Ms. Prouty-Muller has an extensive background in education (over 20 years!), teaching in both traditional and non-traditional settings. Ms. Prouty-Muller’s fascination with the kiln at Old Sturbridge Village started at a very young age, which perpetuated her love for the art of throwing at the wheel which emanates in her today. When not at school, Ms. Prouty-Muller enjoys spending summer nights making s’mores around the campfire with her family of five. 
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Sophia Romeri
Interim Grade 4 Lead Teacher and Wellness
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A Massachusetts native, Ms. Romeri studied Liberal Studies at Marlboro College with a concentration in Asian studies, Dance, and Psychology. She then continued her education at Lesley University, obtaining her Master's in Education and Creative Arts in Learning. A founding member of OSA, she appreciates the collaboration with OSV and is particularly fond of the Pottery Shop. Before OSA, Ms. Romeri worked in the Cambridge Public School district. She also has coached high school gymnastics and has led nature expeditions for younger students. Be sure to look for Ms. Romeri leading fourth graders in setting a positive and healthy mindset to prepare them for academic and character success. 
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Brooke Ryan
Fifth Grade Lead Teacher
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Brooke Ryan is a 5th grade teacher at OSA who will teach Science and Math. She grew up in Reading, Massachusetts and went to college at Framingham State University. She earned her degree in Elementary Education and Sociology. This is Ms. Ryan’s first year at OSA. She has previously been a 2nd grade teacher, 5th grade teacher, and a Math specialist. Her favorite spot in the Village is the Freeman Farm with the pigs and cows. ​
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Melissa Schwartz 
Instructional Assistant
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​Melissa Schwartz is an Instructional Assistant, this is her third year at OSA. She grew up in Falmouth, Massachusetts and enjoyed horseback riding.  Mrs. Schwartz is currently attending Baypath for Elementary Education. If you happen to be in the Village you can find Mrs. Schwartz on the common, where she loves to take her twin daughters, to the general store for treats.
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Cayla Silvia
Occupational Therapist Assistant 
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Cayla Silvia is the Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA). She grew up in Massachusetts and attended the New England Institute of Technology where she received her degree as an OTA. The future looks bright for Ms. Silvia, as she is working towards completing her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Ms. Silvia rocks out in the gym as a certified trainer and when she is not working out, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs. At Old Sturbridge Village, you can find Mrs. Silvia hanging out in the Herb Garden because she thinks it’s pretty and it’s her favorite place. ​
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Kate Szumita
First Grade Lead Teacher
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Kate Szumita is returning to OSA as a first grade lead teacher. Ms. Szumita is one of the founding faculty members. Ms. Szumita spent her childhood in Rhode Island. After high school, she attended Lesley University in Cambridge, MA. Ms. Szumita spent time working as an art educator at Boston Children’s Museum before returning to Lesley to complete a graduate degree in Elementary Education and Creative Arts in Learning. When visiting the Village, Ms. Szumita’s favorite place is the Freeman Farm. As an avid animal lover, she enjoys the animals at the farm most of all. In her free time, Ms. Szumita can be found drawing or riding horses.

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Kate Thompson
Special Education Teacher
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Meet Mrs. Kate Thompson. She is a full time Special Education teacher here at OSA. She was born and raised in a small rural town in New Jersey. Now, Mrs. Thompson resides locally in the town of Brimfield, MA. Her education began with double majoring in Elementary Education and Psychology, graduating from Rider University. She later went on to receive a Master’s degree in Special Education from Baypath University.  Mrs. Thompson previously worked for the Southbridge Public Schools for ten years. Her friendly personality, dedication, and determination make her such a wonderful asset to the OSA staff. While visiting the Village, you may find Mrs. Thompson at the potter’s, as this is her favorite spot to stop and enjoy. 

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Melissa Tellier
Fourth Grade Lead Teacher
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Melissa Tellier is a fourth grade lead teacher. Ms. Tellier recently moved here from New Hampshire, where she completed her Master of Arts in Teaching from Rivier University. When Ms. Tellier is not in school, she enjoys traveling back to New Hampshire to hike mountains and visit her family. She also enjoys running, kayaking, spending time with her cats, and playing with her new puppy. Ms. Tellier is very fond of the baby oxen in the Village. 
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Olivia Wandelear
Sixth Grade Humanities Teacher
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Olivia Wandelear is our 6th grade Humanities teacher for the 2020-2021 school year. Ms. Wandelear was born and raised in Southbridge, Massachusetts and knew from a very young age that teaching was her calling. At first, she thought it stemmed from my lifelong appreciation for office supplies: the smell of a freshly sharpened pencil, the melodious squeak of a whiteboard marker, the elegance of a rainbow pack of construction paper, or the thrilling spin of an office chair. She still loves all of those things, of course! However, now she knows that her passion for teaching is deeply rooted in her desire to be an agent of positive change. The biggest, brightest, and most passionate ideas live in the minds of our students. What a gift it is to witness and facilitate such impact!
 
Ms. Wandelear earned her undergraduate degree in Secondary Education with a focus in English from the University of Maine at Farmington and my Master’s in Literacy from the University of Southern Maine. For the past seven years she has lived and taught in Maine, working in both special and general education settings, always with a focus in reading and writing. She is so grateful for the opportunity to return to central Massachusetts, the state and community that raised her. Not only is she thrilled to embark on a journey of learning with our scholars, but she is also eager to join a Crew so dedicated to collaborating with and giving back to its community. She’s ready for an ox-some year!

Old Sturbridge Village Program Leadership

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Emily Dunnack
Director of Education
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Emily Dunnack is the Director of Museum Education and one of her favorite parts of her job is overseeing the Learning Through Experience (LTE) program! She has over 15 years of Museum Education experience and joined the staff at the Village 4 ½ years ago. She has her Bachelor’s in Art History from UMass Amherst and her Master’s in Education from Bank Street College with a focus on Leadership in Museum Education.  Outside of work Ms. Dunnack loves hiking, cooking, and doing all kinds of crafty things from pottery to quilting. Her favorite spot at OSV is a tie between the pottery shop and the path behind the mills going up towards Freeman Farm. Her favorite OSV animals are the pigs!

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​Rhys Simmons
Director of Interpretation
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​Rhys Simmons is the Director of Interpretation at the Village. His favorite part of the job is using OSV’s environment to teach students of all ages. He started at the Museum during the summer of 2005 while going to school at Worcester State College, where he graduated with a history and teaching degree. Instead of a traditional classroom setting, Mr. Simmons has chosen non-formal education through costumed interpretation, especially through the farm program which he managed for many years. Outside of work Mr. Simmons loves hiking/backpacking in the White Mountains with his girlfriend and his dog Buddy, playing basketball, and being around friends & family. His favorite spot at OSV is the Freeman Farm and his favorite animals are, OXEN!     

LTE (Learning Through Experience) Staff

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Jocelyn Bolduc
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Jocelyn Bolduc is the Extended Day Program Coordinator and is a third year LTE teacher.  This LTE year, she will be teaching first and fifth grade. She has worked at OSV since 2017 and has worked with children for 8 years. Originally from Connecticut, Jocelyn received her BA in History from Manhattan College and a MA in Public History from Southern New Hampshire University. When Jocelyn is not at the Village, she enjoys cooking, music, and kayaking with her dog. Her favorite spot in the Village is at the Freeman Farm. 
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Suzanne Bousquet

Suzanne Bousquet has worked with the OSA youth since the first year of LTEs. This year she will be working with the third and fourth grades. She started working in the Museum Education Department in 1987, and joined the interpretative staff in 1999. She has a BA in English and Sociology from Assumption College. Sue has experience teaching second grade and high school English. When she is not working with children, you can find her enjoying the beauty of nature while driving the boat along the Quinebaug River. 
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​​Josef Carlson

Josef Carlson is a returning LTE teacher and is excited to be working with the fourth and fifth grade classes. He developed a keen interest in working with children while earning the rank of Eagle in the Boy Scouts and serving 12 summers as a camp counselor in New Hampshire. He has 20 years of teaching experience in Connecticut and New Hampshire. An avid explorer and traveler, Josef has spent considerable time abroad. He was selected by the 4H Youth Exchange to live in Estonia for a year and later served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Belize. His long term goal is to visit every national park. He resides in Connecticut with his wife, and three energetic cats. 
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​Sheryl Heaphy

Sheryl Heaphy is returning for her second year as a member of the OSA LTE program.  She received her degree in liberal arts at Quinsigamond College and soon after moved to Canada. There she studied French and two years later moved to Europe with her husband. They spent ten years living in Switzerland and Germany. While living there, Sheryl continued studying French and German as well as teaching English in a German kindergarten. Sheryl wears two hats; she owns her own business in the special needs product market as well as working at OSA. Sheryl’s happy place is strolling through the Towne House gardens with a cup of maple coffee noting how similar to the old European gardens they are and envisioning life in the 1800s. 
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Alice Kuzel

Alice Kuzel is a museum educator at OSV and will be joining the LTE crew at OSA this year. Mrs. Kuzel worked as a tutor for English Education and most recently as a Language Arts teacher at a Montessori School. She has 3 grown daughters and currently lives in Pomfret Center, CT with her husband, 2 dogs, and some chickens. Her favorite place in the village is the apple orchard where she has enjoyed watching birds. 
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Joan Muller

Joan Muller is an OSV Museum Educator returning for her second year as an LTE teacher for grades three and four. She recently retired after 22 years teaching PreK-8 Visual Arts and an interdisciplinary enrichment program she created for her district in CT. Her academic background includes a BFA from the Hartford Art School with a Masters from Rhode Island School of Design and U of New Hampshire. Joan’s most enduring learning has been literally “in the field” however, where her off-grid homestead inspires and supports many lifelong interests including horse keeping, wildlife rehabilitation, a range of studio arts and sustainable living. She has loved OSV since her fifth grade visit as a child, but her favorite place is the Jacob Oliver Bowen memorial orchard overlooking the countryside.
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​Rebecca Nystrom

Rebecca Nystrom is a 4th and 5th grade LTE teacher. This is her first year at OSV! She has a Bachelors in Anthropology and a Masters in Gastronomy. As a native of Massachusetts, she lives in Brookfield. In her free time, Rebecca collects vintage Pyrex dishware. Her favorite spot in the Village is the herb garden. She is very excited to help teach the food science unit. 
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​Liz O’Grady

Liz O’Grady is the coordinator of Museum Education and a kindergarten LTE teacher. She has worked at OSV since 2016 and has worked museums for over 10 years. Originally from Western Massachusetts, Liz has a BA in English from Mount Holyoke and an MA in American Studies from the College of William and Mary. When she is not at the Village, she enjoys trying out new recipes, singing, and spending time outside.
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​​Dawna Sauvageau

Dawna Sauvageau is a returning LTE teacher with the first grade. She has been part of OSV and Museum Education for seven years. You can find her teaching studio program at Museum Education and interpreting in the Village. She graduated from Becker College with an Associates in Science in Veterinary Studies. Dawna has spent most of her early career working as a Veterinary Technician because of her love of animals. She has also worked as a Client Services Representative for UMass Medical Center. She started at OSV as an intern and was hired the following season. Dawna loves history and working at OSV. 
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Joanne Shannon

Joanne Shannon is returning for her third year as an LTE teacher.  A Massachusetts native, Mrs. Shannon is a retired teacher of 36 years.  The majority of her career was spent working with children as a special education and first grade teacher in Sutton, MA. Mrs. Shannon earned a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Bridgewater State University and a Master's degree in Special Education from the University of Houston.  One of Mrs. Shannon's fondest teaching memories is the yearly field trip to Old Sturbridge Village.  Since her retirement in 2015, she is making new Village memories as a Museum Educator.  Walking through the OSV countryside is always a treat for Mrs. Shannon but especially during winter's first snow fall...it's simply magical!
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Jen Silverio

Jen Silverio is a third year LTE teacher.  She will be teaching 2nd and 4th grade this year. Jen grew up with a love of OSV, and has worked at the village for two years.  She went to Merrimack College where she received her BA in History with a minor in secondary education. Jen loves college basketball and taking road trips with her family. Jen’s favorite spot in the village is the Museum Education building, and the stream behind the carding mill, where on a hot day you might find her with her feet in the water.
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Marie Thibeault

Marie Thibeault is a returning LTE teacher for kindergarten and second grade. She grew up in Brimfield, MA. Marie has worked in the OSV Education Department for 18 years and has a background in biochemistry. She was part of a crew on a tall ship in the Caribbean. Her favorite spots in OSV are the Freeman Farm and the Riverwalk. 
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Mary Wales

Mary Wales has been employed at OSV for 25 years. She began in the education department teaching history through tours, hands-on activities, and outreach programs. She was soon in the Village working the Games on the Common station and special events. Later, her repertoire included working in the Small House, Fitch, Knight Store, Boat, and Parsonage. She is always looking to expand into other areas. As a museum educator, she is the games studio activities Lead and this is her second year as an LTE educator. She has a great fondness for the outdoors and all the life it contains. She believes the Village presents an excellent opportunity for encouraging appreciation for the environment.
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