Welcome Ms. Maggie!
Meet Ms. Maggie!
From the moment I met Maggie, I knew she would be a wonderful addition to the Willow community.
When interviewing prospective teachers, you usually know within the first ten minutes if someone is the right fit. I knew within five minutes of talking with Maggie that she was meant to be at Willow. She brings a thoughtful, hands-on approach to teaching and a genuine love of helping children connect with the natural world—our kinda teacher!
Maggie graduated summa cum laude from Lesley University with a degree in Elementary Education and American History. Most recently, she served as a School Garden Educator with Island Grown Initiative on Martha's Vineyard (which she lovingly refers to as "The Rock"), where she designed and taught garden-based curriculum, cared for school gardens, organized farm field trips, and helped children explore food systems, gardening, and environmental stewardship. She has also presented at the Massachusetts Farm & Sea to School Conference, sharing innovative ideas in garden education with fellow educators.
Her experience includes classroom teaching, special education, outdoor education, and regenerative agriculture. She has a warm, optimistic, and enthusiastic spirit that makes her a wonderful fit for our community. I know our students will benefit from her creativity, knowledge, and joyful approach to learning.
Fun Facts About Ms. Maggie
Favorite ice cream: Moose Tracks
Favorite insect: Bumblebees
Favorite summer activity: Ocean swimming! Maggie loves the salt water and playing in the waves.
I am so grateful that Maggie has chosen to join our team and share her many talents with the Willow community. Ms. Maggie will join us at the end of August and begin teaching in September.
Please be sure to give her a warm Willow welcome!
Cheers,
Jenny
