WHO WE ARE
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We are excited to design and lead your summer adventure with Camp Anywhere!
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We are a group of experienced, talented, and caring educators who have dedicated our careers to creating meaningful learning experiences for kids. We are life-long learners with a range of interests, passions, and experiences. We will also bring in experts, mentors, and community members who can further bring the experiences to life.
SARA DRISCOLL
Sara has loved her experience teaching in both elementary and middle schools the last seven years. She started her career in a public school in Baltimore, Maryland, moved to an independent school in Washington, D.C., and is now at an international school in Mexico City. She loves to support her students' exploration of their passions and interests and to help them make a positive impact in their community.
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*Maryland Teacher Certificate
*MS, Johns Hopkins University, School of Education
*BA, Bowdoin College
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KATHERINE BRYANT
Katherine has been a middle and upper grades teacher in the Washington, D.C. area for eight years, after transitioning from full-time work in international development. In addition to teaching, she consults with two NGOs promoting student leadership and global competency in classrooms. She finds joy in guiding students to use their curiosity, learning, and passions to be contributing members of flourishing communities.
*MA, American University & Universidad para la Paz, Costa Rica
*BA/BS, Presbyterian College
MARILYN BUCKVOLD
Marilyn has eleven years of teaching experience in classrooms around the world. She began her teaching career in South Korea and later taught in Japan. After a few years in Asia, she moved back to her hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota and taught art at an independent school for four years. Currently, she is teaching art in early education at an international school in Mexico City. She is passionate about play and experimentation in the art process.
*Minnesota Teacher Certificate
*MS, State University of New York - International Education
*BS, University of Wisconsin - Art Education
EMMA TERMINI
Emma has six years of education experience as both a teacher and a school counselor. Emma began her teaching career in Baltimore before moving to San Diego where she taught for another year before going back to school to earn her counseling degree. She is currently a school counselor at an elementary school in New Jersey. Emma is passionate about helping students develop strong social- emotional skills to help support success in school and beyond.
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*National Certified Counselor
*School Counselor Certificate
*California Teaching Credential
*MA, University of San Diego, School of Leadership and Education Sciences
*MS, Johns Hopkins University, School of Education
*BA, Villanova University
NICOLE JACKSON
Nicole has spent her career in elementary classrooms in both Alberta, Canada, where she is from, and Mexico City. She has always been interested in educating others both in an out of the classroom. Before becoming a school teacher she taught swimming, first aid and music. She is excited about bringing nature and sustainability into the classroom, as well as encouraging students to be curious about the world around them.
*Alberta Teaching Certificate
*BA, University of Calgary
*BEd, The Werklund School of Education, U of C
KAYA MCANEAR
Kaya has been an educator for 10 years; 8 of those years working internationally in The Cayman Islands, Uruguay, Nicaragua, and now Mexico City. She started her career in her home town, San Diego where she was working with students who had mild to moderate disabilities. She is currently teaching 5th grade but has also worked with grades 1 and 2. She is passionate about fostering problem solving, independence, and social skills.
*California Teaching Credential
*MS National University - Special Education
*BA National University- Multiple Subjects
GREER PESTER
Greer is a practicing artist and art educator from Scotland with 10 years experience working in the field. She has delivered creative workshop programs with people 2-90 years old from a vast array of community settings. She has participated in residencies worldwide in the UK, US, Mexico, and West Africa. She also speaks Spanish after 4 years living in Mexico City. She is passionate about education, color, cultural exchange, nature, edible art, and the power of creative play.
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*SVQ (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) Level 2 in Playwork
*BA, Edinburgh College of Art
GABBY LUBIN
Gabby is a former early childhood educator turned wellness professional. After years in the classroom, she has found the power of fitness and mindfulness to be transformative, especially when they are paired together. She is an experienced group fitness instructor, and now the founder of spark by gabby, a virtual platform that connects physical and mental wellness while building community through classes. Gabby is excited to take her powerful, one-of-a-kind spark class and bring it to your children!
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*Pre-K to 12 General Education Certification
*K to 12 Special Education Certification
*BA, Bowdoin College
TESS CHARDIET
Tess has seven years of education experience with students of all ages. Based in Madrid, Spain, she started her career as an English teacher in a public elementary school, and then moved to a charter school just outside the city. Most recently, she has been traveling around the country as a storyteller leading interactive workshops for schoolchildren. In between, she has been lucky to work with various extracurricular programs and summer camps. She incorporates a multi-disciplinary approach in her work, including theater, art, storytelling and play. She is passionate about fostering creativity and emotional intelligence in the classroom.
*BA, Bowdoin College
ANNE MARIE HOFFMAN
Anne Marie is enthusiastic about sharing her love of science and the outdoors with others! Research shows that it is important to spend time outdoors to support physical and emotional health and to have fun! She founded Tyke Hike to help children and families spend healthy, active time outdoors. A graduate of UM’s Conservation Biology program, she has developed and taught environmental science and nature-based curriculum in Georgia, Nicaragua, and the Virgin Islands. When Anne Marie isn’t leading Tyke Hikes, she enjoys volunteering for organizations that create green space and coaching/playing sports. Join Anne Marie on a Tyke Hike!
OUR APPROACH
At Camp Anywhere, we believe that kids learn best and truly love learning when we let their curiosity lead. We see ourselves as guides and co-learners, rather than content knowledge experts. We bring our passion to the table and encourage kids to do the same. We provide structures for community members to learn from each other, which includes bringing in experts and mentors with a wide range of life experiences and skills. All members of the learning community have value and something to offer. All learning experiences will include:
ways to build community and learn from each other
flexibility to be responsive to student needs and interests
hands-on activities
social-emotional skill development
extensions to continue the learning