STAFF AT RCPCC

Children's Integrated Services- Early Intervention

Gail Dorman-CIS-EI Director

I was born and raised in Rutland but have also lived in the Dominican Republic and Burlington, VT.  I returned to Rutland in 1997 to raise my children.  I have a blended family with 5 children; 3 boys and 2 girls ages 19,17,17,15 and 14.  I don’t have much free time but when I do I like to paint and sculpt.  I have spent the last 7 years working at the Rutland County Parent Child Center educating and advocating for families with children with developmental delays and special needs.

Julie Chadwick- Community Resource Parent

I am a native Vermonter and have lived in the Rutland area for about 23 years.  I have 2 “adult” children who still live with me.  My youngest has cerebral palsy.  Some of my favorite pastimes include gardening, reading (fantasy is my favorite), skiing (downhill) and playing RPG games on my computer.


Jessica Ellis- Early Developmental Educator

I am a recent graduate of Roger Williams University and a grad student at CSJ.  I love working with young children helping them overcome obstacles.  When I am not working or studying I enjoy time with my family and friends.

Sue Rogers-Community Resource Parent/ Service Coordinator

I have 25 years of experience dealing with seizure disorders and the developmentally delayed.  I am a Program Coordinator for a local Special Olympics program and enjoy working with the athletes.  I also enjoy volunteering for the Make-a-Wish Foundation of VT and granting wishes for children with a life-threatening illness.

Kyla Thompson

I have worked with many agencies around the Rutland area and look foward to working with the familes and staff of RCPCC.  I have a wonderful, loving family and I try to spend as much time as possible with them.  I'm happiest when I see those I care about smiling and laughing.

Lynn Gould

Early Childhood Education

Madeline Denis- Director of Early Childhood Education

My name is Madeline Denis and I am the Early Childhood Director at the RCPCC.  I have a BA in Education and I hold a VT teaching license for k-6.  I have been working in the Early Childhood field for over 20 years.  When I am not at work, I love to spend time with my family and my hobbies include: swimming, boating, bicycling, cooking and going on motorcycle rides with my husband.

Kristen DeRosia-Associate Director of Early Childhood Education

I love music, traveling, photography and the beach.

Jaqueline Hemple-Lead Teacher

My name is Jacqueline and I am the Lead Teacher in the Three Year old program at RCPCC’s Brandon site.  I started my education off at the University of Maine at Farmington and later transferred to Castleton State College where I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree.  I have had many different experiences working with children ages 6 weeks through 12 years.  I enjoy working with young children and watching them succeed.  That is what led me to my current position with the RCPCC and its community.

Veronica Carroll- Food Program Cook

Hello, my name is Veronica Carroll and I cook at the Brandon site.  I enjoy hiking, biking and exercising at the gym. 

Annette King-Lead Teacher

Hello, my name is Annette.  I have the perfect job, caring for babies and molding their minds.  I love painting and sewing and have made many quilts.  Other hobbies I enjoy include: camping and working in my flower beds.

Laurie Markoski- Lead Teacher

I work with the toddlers at RCPCC in Brandon.  It is a very exciting job since I love to create new and different ways for children to learn.  I think about the things that children may see everyday but have never actually thought about; we’ve had a tent in the classroom, we play outside and take walks to experience the outside world, we paint, use chalk, and many other mediums.  If it isn’t exciting, I haven’t done my job.  Come visit, you will see.

Katy Kessop- Lead Teacher

I have a 2 year old nephew who is the keeper of my heart.  I love to play and watch basketball.  I love my job and value the children that I work with.

Felicia Buzzell- Assistant Teacher

I love summer-time for the get-togethers.  I like to bake and attempt to cook.  I don’t have any children but I love my three nieces and one nephew as if they were my own.  My family is large and I love to spend time with them.

Crystal Martin- Assistant Teacher

I am the mother of a beautiful 2 year old girl.  I am engaged to a wonderful man.  I love my job at the Parent Child Center working with a fabulous team on the Infant floor.  

Dana Pellistri-Lead Cook

My name is Dana. I am the cook for West St and Pleasant St.  I enjoy working with the teachers and children and trying new foods.  I love how I feel everyday when I come to work, it is the greatest place to work.

Renee Trombley- Assistant Teacher

I am 24.  I have a 4 year old son and I live in West Rutland.  I love to BBQ and plant flowers. 

 Linda Davis- Assistant Teacher

My Husband and I have 2 daughters that are married and we are looking forward to being grandparents someday.  Besides enjoying kids I love animals, so we have horses, cows, chickens, dogs and 1 cat.  In our spare time we go 4 wheeling, camping and to Nascar races.

Ariana Drown- Assistant Teacher

My name is Ariana Drown.  I am mainly designated as the assistant to the Pre-K rooms at the Brandon sight, although I do help put all over when needed.  I continue to learn through experience and education each year and have full comprehension of where to get answers if I need them.  I am working towards a BA in business with a minor in human development.  My love and compassion for children is what guided my choice to become an early childhood educator.  It is my sincere hope that my efforts make a difference and guide children to succeed.   

Outreach

Misty Bolster- Reach Up Case Manager

I am a mother of 2 who is working on my Masters in Community Counseling.  I am engaged to a wonderful man.  I love four wheeling and spending time with my family.  I also love working for RCPCC, I think it’s a great organization that really cares for families and goes the extra mile to help.

Emily Pickett- Reach Up Case Manager

I received my Bachelors of Social Work from Castleton State College.  I have been working for RCPCC since 2004.  I am a proud mother of an inquisitive son who makes me smile and laugh everyday!  I am engaged to the man of my dreams who is my best friend and an amazing father to our son.  I enjoy spending time with my boys, looking up at the stars, and singing.

Tammy Cabezola- Learning Together Lead Teacher

I’ve been an employee of the Rutland County Parent Child Center, working with children and families for over 10 years.  I am a graduate of the College of St. Joseph with a Bachelors Degree in History and a Minor in English.  I currently hold a Vermont State Teaching License for grades 7-12 and have since 1998.  I also work part-time (since 2002) for the Vermont Humanities Council as a discussion leader for their Read With Me Early Childhood Literacy program.  I enjoy spending family time with my two children and my husband.

Grandpa John Dunlap- Learning Together Teacher

With great pleasure I respond to Grandpa John.  I am very fond of my present teaching position, as well as my students and fellow employees.  I received both of my degrees from Castleton State College.  Early in my education, I knew I preferred an alternative to regular classrooms.  I have found the perfect classroom here at RCPCC.  It seems to me that my fellow teacher and I share the same teaching philosophy.  We enable our students to learn for themselves through trial and error, while facilitating and encouraging our students’ educational objectives.

Rob Petrini- Learning Together Teacher

Working with our youth is a passion of mine; I am a father of two, lacrosse coach and mentor.  I have put together several programs like “Youth Leadership Development” designed to help adolescent students take on the additional responsibilities of becoming an adult and “Coaching your Kids from the Sidelines” designed for adults to help shed some light on how to gain better and stronger rapport with our youth.  I am currently working on a class for CIS “Daddy Boot Camp” for new fathers expected to be available in April 2010.

Sindy Fortier- Youth Development Director

I am the mother of an amazing young man, who never ceases to amaze me with his insight and wisdom.  When not at RCPCC I enjoy spending time with my family and friends-cooking a la Julia Childs- as well as solitude with a good book.  I have been writing since I was 15 years old and swear that someday I will finish and publish at least one of the many novels I have begun.

Heidi Daub

I graduated from Southern Vermont College in 2001 where I received ay BS in Social Work.  Early Childhood Education is where my heart is.  When I am not working I enjoy photography crafting and being outdoors with my family. 

Lori Jensen- Playgroup Coordinator

Hi, my name is Lori Jensen and I have been employed at the center for 5 years.  When I am not working I enjoy traveling, going to the beach, reading, stenciling, and spend time developing a flower garden.  My family and friends are also an important part of my life.

 Administration

Caprice Hover- Executive Director

I have worked in human services for a long time.  I love knowing that my work makes a difference in the lives of children and families in my community.  I am an avid traveler and cat lover.  At the end of a long week I like to unwind with a bit of yoga, followed by dinner with friends.

Morgan Urso- Director of Operations

I am a busy working mother of a busy playing toddler.  When I am not working I am writing my bi-weekly newspaper column, blogging, and cooking.  I love spending time with my family and am grateful to have family and friends all over the world that I can visit. 

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