Faculty & Staff

The SEEQS team brings disciplinary expertise, passion for working with middle school students, and excitement for contributing to the school’s mission and vision.


Teaching Faculty​​

Rita Calvan
English Language Arts Teacher

Cara Chaudron
Math Teacher

Justin Chun
Science Teacher

Robin Cone-Murakami
Arts Teacher

Ronelle Dement
Student Support Teacher

Viola Gaskell
Social Studies Teacher

Zoe Ingerson
English Language Arts Teacher

Marcus Maunakea
Social Studies Teacher

Emily Meng
Arts Teacher

Colin Morgan-Outhisack
Academic Inclusion Specialist

Scotia Rivard
Student Support Teacher

Kat Sampson
Math Teacher

Michelle Seabreeze
Arts Teacher

Ellie Stimax
English Language Arts Teacher

Bridget Thorp
English Language Arts Teacher

Caden Waidyatilleka
Science Teacher

Student Support Team

Vanessa Montes
Coordinator of Student Support

Darren Yamabe
School Counselor

José Cruz
Educational Assistant

Ria Shah
Educational Assistant

Alex Shields
Educational Assistant

Leadership & Operations

Buffy Cushman-Patz
Executive Director

Lucas Dembart
Director of Advancement

Pat Finley
School Leader

Justin Keane
Facilities Manager

Jackie Kimbro
School Manager

Sean Ormsby
Technology Coordinator

Shannon Souza
Office Assistant