Meet Our Faculty and Staff
School Board Members
Jay Titus, Chairman
Peter D’Agostino
Fred DeStefano
Bernie Driscoll
Zhenya Villa
Joe Freni
Administration
Rev. Elaine Driscoll
Principal
Elaine Driscoll became Mount Hope Christian School’s Principal in 1995. Leaving her role as a classroom teacher in the Arlington Public School system to join Mount Hope Christian School was a calling from God that she could not ignore. She went on to become certified as the Reverend Elaine Driscoll in her dedication to minister to the staff, children and families of the Mount Hope Christian School community. Her greatest responsibility is ensuring that every child who comes to Mount Hope has a chance to hear and respond to a clear presentation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She consistently works to maintain a school of excellence in academic education, social and emotional needs, and spiritual growth. Mrs. Driscoll and her husband live in Burlington and enjoy spending time with their two children and four grandchildren.
Marina Minasian
Elementary Vice Principal
Vice Principal
Marina started her educational career at Mount Hope over twenty years ago. She taught preschool for many years along with mentoring and leading the professional development and curricular needs of the school. She is a graduate of Northeastern University with B.S. and holds Master’s Degrees in Education and Early Education Leadership from Gordon College and Harvard School of Graduate Education. Marina is a certified national and international trainer of trainers in many aspects of education. She is passionate about tying spiritual skills with cognitive skills and enjoys teaching science, literature, and music. Marina enjoys being outdoors, playing piano, reading, traveling, and spending time with her three daughters, all of whom attended Mt. Hope Christian School.
Jen Benson
Assistant Vice-Principal
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Nancy Paredes
Finance Manager
Kristen Baker
Administration Toddler Town and Extended Care
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Lee Pariseau
Admissions
Sona Jeknavorian
Director of Communications
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School Nurse
Beverly Picariello
Receptionist
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Lead Staff
Kristen Aurilio
Food Services Director
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Karen Legrow
Director of Student Services
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Victoria Kando
Student Services
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Christine Farmer
Student Services
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Karen Noonan
Student Services
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Connor Simpson
Physical Education
Connor comes from a strong Christian education background, having attended Christian school since preschool. He completed his undergraduate degree in global business with a minor in sports management from Eastern Nazarene College. While attending ENC, Connor was a 4-year member of the varsity baseball team, serving as captain for his junior and senior year. Connor recently graduated with his Master of Education from Salem University in West Virginia. Coaching youth sports has been an important part of his life, coaching both baseball and basketball. Connor is looking forward to impacting the lives of students teaching gym all the while aiming to support the Mount Hope Christian School mission of creating strong Christian students.
Kathy Walton
Music
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Eliza Alex
Computers
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Shana Maracle
Art
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Joanne Kriger
Preschool
Pink Room
Joanne graduated with an Early Childhood Education Associate Degree from Dean Jr. College, a Bachelors in Social Work from Wheelock College and Masters of Science in Administration from Boston University. She then received her EEC Lead Teacher Certification. She has worked at Mount Hope for 12 years: the first 8 as an assistant and the last 4 as a co-teacher in the blue room. Joanne loves working with the younger preschoolers as she believes that this age is so important for them to be able to form trust and bonding with teachers and peers. “Children who feel safe in their environment, will flourish and be ready for their next step.” Joanne lives in Burlington with her husband and three children.
Brigette Dinkel
Preschool
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Michaela Huckins
Preschool
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Kelsie Spear
Preschool
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Michelle Duplessy
Preschool
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Brianna Lavery
Preschool
Brianna is a recent graduate of Saint Michaels College located in Burlington, Vermont. During her time there she took early childhood education courses and really began to understand the importance of growth and development in the classroom. She is so excited to be joining the team at Mount Hope and pursuing her passion as a preschool teacher. Brianna is looking forward to creating a nurturing environment for all her students to come to every day! Brianna also enjoys hiking in the woods with her dog, going to the beach and spending time with her family and friends.
Candy Kenton
Transitional Kindergarten
Red Room
Prior to coming to Mount Hope, Candy worked in a law firm after receiving an Associates Degree from Aquinas College. Later she attended Middlesex Community College and obtained her Lead Teacher Certification. Candy has taught at Mount Hope since 2004 and is passionate about teaching her students anything and everything. She loves to see their enthusiasm when they relate what they learn to the world around them! Candy lives in Woburn with her husband and their three children, two of whom attended Mount Hope. In the summer you can find her at the beach and taking walks with her dog.
Kimberly Johnson
Kindergarten
Kimberly is a recent graduate of Lesley University with a major in English and Education. She completed multiple teaching experiences in Medford, Cambridge and Burlington. With coming to Mount Hope, Kimberly has felt extremely welcomed and supported; She believes that a strong and nurturing community is an important aspect in creating a positive and expressive learning environment for all students. Kimberly enjoys spending time with her family, reading and being outside.
Margo Bunker
Kindergarten
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Crystal Varghese
1st Grade
Crystal has worked with preschool, kindergarten and first grade students throughout the last twelve years. She earned a bachelor’s degree from UMASS Amherst and a master’s degree from American International College, both in Early Childhood Education. Crystal is excited to bring her love of learning through games to Mount Hope. In her free time, Crystal enjoys spending time with her husband, Tom, and travelling to Texas to visit her niece and nephews.
Kendra Polson
1st Grade
Kendra graduated from Eastern Nazarene College with her degree in teaching. She has been working at Mount Hope for more than 12 years. She has two children, one has graduated from Mount Hope and the other attends.
Gabriella Paredes
2nd Grade
A graduate from Salem State University with a Bachelors in Early Education and Psychology, Gabby joined Mount Hope in 2012. She completed her practicum and student teaching here and was subsequently hired as a lead teacher in the Preschool. Prior to coming to Mount Hope, Gabby worked at other EEC certified preschools. She worked in the public school system grades K-12 for two years as a substitute teacher. Gabby has over 15 years’ experience working one on one with children with disabilities and with children from infancy to middle school as a nanny.
Tricia Oliveira
2nd Grade
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Meghan Basilis
3rd Grade
Meghan is a graduate of Eastern Nazarene College where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with her degree in elementary education. While attending ENC, she served as director of recreation life while also playing on the varsity softball team. Meghan has been a part of the Mount Hope family for many years, attending preschool here and then joining the staff in 2016 for our summer program. She joined our staff full time upon her college graduation in 2019 as the third grade teacher. Meghan loves building strong relationships with her students and getting to know them as individuals while providing a strong example of the Christian faith.
Kayla D'Alleva
3rd Grade
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Jamie Elder
4th Grade
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Heather Gregorowicz
5th Grade
Mrs. Gregorowicz graduated from Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. After graduating, she taught a combined 4th and 5th grade class at Mount Hope Christian School. During her first few years of teaching, she attended Lesley University in Cambridge where she completed her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Specialization in Literacy. During her time at Mount Hope, Heather has served in a number of roles including as a 4th and 5th grade teacher, enrichment teacher, and reading specialist. Mrs. Gregorowicz has a heart for upper elementary students and wants every child to feel loved, successful, and equipped for middle school. She loves spending time with her husband and two teenage children, traveling to new places, reading, and taking walks.
Jessica Alfred
5th Grade
Jessica has been teaching at Mount Hope for 4 years but has been part of the Mount Hope family for much longer. She is a Mount Hope graduate. It was at Mount Hope that her love for teaching grew, and she knew that was what she wanted to do. Jessica graduated from North Central University with her degree in teaching and a minor in biblical studies. She has been actively involved in children’s ministry at Mount Hope Church for many years, but her true joy has been teaching at Mount Hope School. She is looking forward to seeing what the next year has in store and growing with our amazing students.
Assistant Teachers
Katie Anderson
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Fernanda Carvalho
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Ann DiFonte
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Helena Domingos
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Sue Forti
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Branda Hitchcock
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Megan Mahoney
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Roberta Sapigao
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Veronica Skinner
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Karen Sullivan
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Stephanie Woodward
Preschool Assistant Teacher
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Janice Bertolami
Transitional Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
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Michelle Kane
Transitional Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
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Mary-Lou Binnall
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
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Leanne Coppinger
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
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Marianne Ribeiro
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
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Sue Ruff
1ST GRADE ASSISTANT TEACHER
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Peggy Richardson
1st Grade Assistant Teacher
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Donna Sweeney
1st Grade Assistant Teacher
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Lisa Burns
2nd Grade Assistant Teacher
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Debra Kelley
3rd Grade Assistant Teacher
Adriana Donoyan
3rd Grade Assistant Teacher
Neha Rani
4th Grade Assistant Teacher
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