Malia Timmerman: Art, Bethel
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 Since 2015, Malia has taught on the Bethel campus, where she is the K-8 visual art educator. She loves inspiring and being inspired by students of all ages. She was born in Hawaii and lived in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and California before settling in central Vermont in 2005. She enjoys making and fixing things, taking photos, and traveling, especially to Zambia in southern Africa. Malia is also the parent of an awesome teenager who was born in Randolph and is usually willing to try out random art projects, go for long walks, and attempt cross-country skiing. You can reach Malia at mtimmerman@wrvsu.org.

Nicole Lillie: Art, Royalton Campus
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Nicole is new to the South Royalton campus, and new to the teaching profession! She graduated from Keene State College with a BFA in Studio Art, with a focus in Sculpture. Nicole loves creating all artistic mediums, but particularly enjoys pottery and oil painting.  When she's not making art, she finds happiness in getting outside; snowboarding in the winter and beaching it in the summer. Nicole is so excited to start her teaching journey, especially since she has two mini artists of her own that go to school in the district! She can be reached at nlillie@wrvsu.org

Ryan Garrett: Music, Royalton & Bethel
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Ryan is excited to be starting his first year of teaching music at WRUD schools! He will be teaching elementary music at both South Royalton and Bethel. Ryan is originally from Ohio, but now lives in Colchester with his Vermont-born and raised fiancée. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Technology, a Master of Music in Percussion Performance, and a Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Arts. Outside of music, Ryan enjoys hiking, running, and reading. Ryan can be reached at rgarrett@wrvsu.org

Alejandra Bangerter : Phys. Ed, Bethel
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Melissa Purdy: ECO, Bethel
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Melissa started working at the Bethel Elementary and Middle school in 2015. She teaches Preschool through 5th grade outdoor education (known as ECO). She also teaches 6th-8th grade Health at the middle school. Melissa has two children. She loves to be outside all year long. In the winter, she snowboards and in the warmer weather, she paddle boards and mountain bikes. She is also an author and artist. Melissa  grew up in Pennsylvania and now lives in the Mad River Valley. You can reach Melissa at mpurdy\@wrvsu.org

Adam Justice: PE/ECO, Royalton
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I have been teaching Physical Education and Outdoor Education for 5 years. I grew up and attended college in New Hampshire. I have a young son, and enjoy spending time with him and my wonderful wife. I also have a small woodworking business in my free time. You can reach me at ajustice@wrvsu.org