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Fourth Grade

Amy Stevens

4th Grade

Amy is a para in Fourth Grade.

Jenna Durbin

4th Grade

Kate Rabideau

4th Grade

Kate has been a member of the fourth grade team since 2007. She has been an educator for more than 29 years. Kate grew up in the area and lives with her husband and three daughters in Dummerston. She has an undergraduate degree from Keene State College and a postgraduate degree from the University of Vermont. In her free time, Kate enjoys reading, family time with their new grandchild, and caring for their horses and cats. Kate believes that teachers have the opportunity to motivate students to build ownership of their own learning.

Mary Beth Porter

4th Grade

Mary Beth, a veteran classroom teacher and special educator, works as an Academic Support Teacher for fourth grade. In this capacity, she provides support and interventions for students in Literacy and Math. Her goal is to help every student achieve their personal best at school.
Some of her favorite activities include walking/hiking trails, reading, gardening, and cooking. She has a super-cute young dog named Rudy.

Rynna Morse

4th Grade

Sarah Coughlin

4th Grade

Sarah lives in Vernon with her husband, three sons, two dogs and cat. She is a former Academy Star, and is SO excited to be part of the 4th grade team! She received her Bachelor’s degree in psychology & education from Mount Holyoke College, and is pursuing her Master’s in Education with a concentration on supporting students with Autism, ADHD and Learning Disabilities. When she isn’t teaching, she can be found outside in nature, kayaking, hiking, gardening, listening to live music or reading. She also enjoys creating art with natural materials and learning about ancient history.

Fourth grade is going to be an exciting academic year for your child. We believe that Fourth Grade is a time for student growth and transitioning into becoming independent learners.  Fourth grade standards focus on developing the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills that students will need to be successful throughout their academic careers.  We are committed to helping each student become more confident in their abilities as thinkers and learners.  

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