The faculty and staff at Saratoga Independent School are dedicated and passionate about teaching. They believe that how they teach is as important as what they teach. They are committed to creating a rigorous learning environment in which all students have the opportunity to succeed. Our teaching structure allows faculty to teach to their strengths and passions rather than teaching all subjects within a contained classroom. At Saratoga Independent School, we view all members of our faculty and staff as educators, and value and honor the connections adults make with students. Our commitment to theme-based learning, inspires teachers to collaborate as they help students forge connections across disciplines. In addition, as a team of teachers, faculty and staff communicate regularly to celebrate student successes and brainstorm ways to provide support when needed. This student-centered approach ensures that we meet the needs of students in our care each day.
We are always available to answer any questions that you have about Saratoga Independent School. If you do have a specific question, please refer to the list below for the best staff member to assist you.
Juanita Maffetore, Office Manager
Juanita will be your contact if you are running late or have a change in dismissal. She is also the conduit to connect you to the right person if you are unsure of who to contact.
Jen Kmen, School Nurse
Nurse Jen can answer any medical questions that you may have. For example, you may have questions about COVID, allergies, immunizations, medical forms, etc.
Colleen Fortune, Admissions Liaison
Colleen can answer any questions you have regarding tours, enrollment, and everything else relating to admissions.
Juan Ocampo-Valle, Director of Business & Operations
Please contact Juan if you have any questions about our campus and facility, technology, etc.
Jon Kluth, Director of Finance
Jon will be able to help you with any questions relating to finances such as tuition, clubs, school lunches, etc.
Sharon Holbrook-Ryan, Director of Development & Marketing
Sharon can answer any questions you have regarding school events, the SIS Parent Association, fundraisers, the 1991 Fund, social media, and other marketing areas.
Dina Baker, Director of Lower School
Dina will be your first point of contact for families with students in PreK to 5th Grade. Dina can answer questions about our teachers, curriculum, classroom activities, and student services.
Jeny Randall, Director of Middle School
Jeny will be your first point of contact for families with students in Middle School. Jeny can answer questions about our teachers, curriculum, classroom activities, and student services.
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Ackermann, Lisa Renee | Spanish Teacher | |
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Ahrens, Robert | Head of School | |
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Baker, Dina | Director of Lower School | |
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Bakken, Katherine | PreKindergarten Assistant | |
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Bendon, Trish | PE Teacher | |
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Blair, Dave | Maintenance and Grounds Manager | |
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Brancato, Allison | PreKindergarten Assistant | |
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Davis, Tracy | PreKindergarten Assistant | |
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DiMeglio, Jane | After Care Director | |
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DiMeglio, Zachary | Music Teacher | |
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Fortune, Colleen | Admissions Coordinator | |
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Hamilton, Miles | Middle School Faculty | |
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Haviland, Kyle | Chef | |
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Holbrook-Ryan, Sharon | Director of Development & Marketing | |
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Hoover, Erica | Fifth Grade Teacher | |
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Johansson, Kathleen | Primary Teacher | |
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Kluth, Jon | Director of Finance | |
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Kmen, Jennifer | Nurse | |
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Kuruzovich, Briana | Lower School Spanish Teacher | |
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Labounty, Jessica | PreKindergarten Lead Teacher | |
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Lechevet, Michele | PreKindergarten Lead Teacher | |
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Maffetore, Juanita | Office Manager | |
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Malik, Skye | Lower School Math Teacher | |
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Mazur, Michelle | Lower and Middle School Math Teacher | |
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McDonald, Stacey | Primary Teacher | |
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Merrill, Chelsea | Literacy Specialist | |
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Moore, Gabi | Art Teacher | |
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Morgan, Rachel | Middle School Teacher | |
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Ocampo-Valle, Juan | Director of Business and Operations | |
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Randall, Jeny | Director of Middle School, Middle School Teacher | |
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Reis-Jones, Nell | Intermediate Teacher | |
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Schonberg, Lynn | Middle School Teacher | |
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Schwerd, Jessica | Intermediate Teacher | |
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Swinimer, Shauna | Kindergarten Teacher | |
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Veneziano, Patti | PreKindergarten Lead Teacher | |
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Wagner, Tammy | PreKindergarten Lead Teacher | |
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Weatherill, Holly | PreKindergarten Assistant |