| Kevin Yan Math  | kyan@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Yan joined the McAuliffe staff in 2020. Being a teacher fills Mr. Yan with inspirations that extend beyond the classroom walls. The opportunity to ignite the flame of curiosity in young minds, to guide them toward discovering their passions, and to empower them with knowledge is a privilege like no other. Every day, he has the chance to shape the next generation, to instill values of empathy, resilience, and lifelong learning. As a teacher, Mr. Yan become a beacon of guidance, a source of encouragement, and a catalyst for positive change in the lives of my students. The inspiration lies in knowing that my dedication today will have a lasting impact on the leaders, thinkers, and contributors of tomorrow. |
| Connor Heinlein Social Studies  | cheinlein@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Heinlein joined the McAuliffe team in 2021. Mr. Heinlein joined the McAuliffe community from a legal background with the ambition to help students find success through middle school and beyond. He is inspired by the growth that McAuliffe students exhibit throughout the year, reflecting how much they’re learning both academically and socially. |
| Kayla Nygaard Science  | knygaard@mcauliffecharter.org Dr. Nygaard joined the McAuliffe staff in 2025. Dr. Nygaard (NIGH-guard) has taught students of all ages and is excited to be back teaching middle school science. After a 10-year hiatus in higher education (both as a student and an educator), Dr. Nygaard is finally feeling at home again. In addition to getting students excited about science, Dr. Nygaard is passionate about helping students create meaning along their educational journeys. Dr. Nygaard was happy to find a place like McAuliffe that valued the whole student and looks forward to contributing to such a neat community! |
| Matt Miles ELA  | mmiles@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Miles joined the McAuliffe team in 2025. Mr. Miles is inspired by the opportunity to support students’ growth through both academic learning and community connection. With a background in teaching middle school Social Studies and English Language Arts, as well as leading enrichment programs in sports, arts, and service, he values creating environments where every student feels seen and supported. He is especially drawn to McAuliffe’s EL model, and its emphasis on experiential learning, collaboration, and character development. Mr. Miles believes education should empower students not only to meet academic goals but also to grow as thoughtful, compassionate leaders. He is excited to be part of a school community that embraces curiosity, inclusivity, and a spirit of adventure in learning. |
| Ben Andonian ELA  | bandonian@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Andonian joined the McAuliffe team on 2025. Mr. Andonian believes that every student deserves a classroom environment that is patient, purposeful, and engaging. He aims to promote curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and foster a welcoming space where all learners feel empowered to grow academically and personally. Mr. Andonian holds himself responsible for both your child’s academic growth but also day to day enjoyment, creating lasting tools/skills but also fun memories. |
| Justin Krumdick Social Studies  | jkrumdick@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. K joined the McAuliffe staff in 2025. Mr.K has recently made some big life moves that have brought him to our community. Mr. K was raised in Massachusetts but needed change after college. Mr. K took a little 20 year adventure to Florida, home of Mickey Mouse and worked as a middle school teacher, instructional coach, and administrator. In 2023, he came back to his roots and was ready for a challenge and ready to “defy gravity” and go back to where it all started, classroom teacher. Mr. K loves history and the story that it tells and hopes that his student can find the love and passion of learning through various methods and learning styles to meet the goal of learning. |
| Andrew Pierre Special Education  | apierre@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Pierre joined the McAuliffe staff in 2025. Mr. Pierre was motivated and inspired to being an addition to help students learn and achieve at Christa McAuliffe Charter School. McAuliffe not only thrives for young scholars to aim for academic excellence but builds an environment for community, growth, and family. From the minute you walk through the door, you are loved, embraced, and respected. |
| Christine Falone IA  | cfalone@mcauliffecharter.org Ms. Chris joined our amazing team in 2005. Ms. Chris was inspired to join the McAuliffe team back when her son attended and she volunteered. She loved the feel of a family environment when she was around the students at the school. She really enjoys the EL way of learning, and loves to see the growth in the scholars when they come back to visit her. |
| Roberta Opara IA  | ropara@mcauliffecharter.org Ms. Roberta joined the McAuliffe staff in 2024. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” (Dr. MLK, Jr.) Ms. Roberta sees the connectedness and community created at McAuliffe as driven by the courage confluence of Teacher-Astronaut Christa McAuliffe in reaching for the stars and Dr. King in his dream of building a beloved community. EL Education at McAuliffe strengthens that confluence in its dedicated commitment to diversity in learning where each child can uniquely thrive, with the support of teachers, administrators and staff, alongside co-scholars and friends in the knowledge that learning is key and while so doing, they are each heard, seen and valued. |
| Lis Sodl Special Education Teacher  | lsodl@mcauliffecharter.org Ms. Sodl joined the McAuliffe team in 2025. Ms. Sodl enjoys the spirit of collaboration and community at McAuliffe. She is inspired by the sense of belonging that both students and teachers create in the building, as well as the student-centered approach. Ms. Sodl believes that students should have an active role in their education, and experiential learning facilitates this in such a positive, efficient way. |
| CJ Rish ELL  | crish@mcauliffecharter.org Mrs. Rish joined the McAuliffe team in 2017. Mrs. Rish first came to McAuliffe as a parent; two of her four children are McAuliffe alumni. When the opportunity was available, Mrs. Rish joined the staff as the ELE (English Learner Education) coordinator and teacher. She is passionate about the English language, writing, and helping students live up to their full potential. Mrs. Rish believes that the HOWLs and building a kind and empathetic community are the keys to student success. |
| Kathy Bogue Related Arts Assistant Teacher  | kbogue@mcauliffecharter.org Mrs. Bogue joined the McAuliffe team in 2010. In 2004, Mrs. Bogue set out to find the best middle school in Framingham for her four children. When she toured McAuliffe, she knew she had found it. The students AND the teachers she met were excited about learning. They were honest about what was challenging. They were also confident that their “crew” would support them. They spoke about their values as much as they did about the work they were doing. Nearly twenty years later, Mrs. Bogue is still in love with the crew, the learning, and the values that are McAuliffe. |
| Molly Smith Technology Integration Specialist  | msmith@mcauliffecharter.org Miss. Smith joined the McAuliffe team in 2019. Miss Smith believes that McAuliffe is a place that is dedicated to helping all students become thoughtful and innovative citizens. Expeditionary Learning is designed to help students think deeply about complex topics and push themselves to do more than they thought possible. Miss Smith loves working with McAuliffe students and especially enjoys being able to teach all three grades every year. She really enjoys teaching technology, but also helping teachers to integrate technology in their classrooms. |
| Max Feldman Adventure Teacher  | mfeldman@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Feldman joined the McAuliffe team in 2023. Mr. Feldman is a passionate and energetic teacher who enjoys staying active through all kinds of outdoor activities. He believes that Experiential Learning is makes a key difference in the development of young students, and that the educational should be an adventure. |
| Clayton Bailey Wellness  | cbailey@mcauliffecharter.org Mr. Bailey joined the McAuliffe staff in 2024. At Christa McAuliffe Charter School, the community thrives on collaboration, inclusivity, and a dedication to fostering growth in every student. Mr. Bailey’s teaching philosophy aligns with these values by helping students become physically literate individuals who understand and appreciate the importance of lifelong physical fitness. By embracing the supportive and dynamic environment of the school, he encourages students to strengthen their personal well-being and contribute positively to the community. |
| Roxanna De La Rosa Guerrero Spanish  | rdelarosaguerrero@mcauliffecharter.org Sra. De La Rosa joined the McAuliffe staff in 2025. Hola! This school year, families can expect a strong commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive classroom where every student feels valued. As a native Spanish Speaker I use authentic resources, my lessons will be engaging and fun, filled with songs, games, stories, and real-world connections. Clear expectations and routines will guide students as they grow in responsibility and confidence. Communication with families will remain open so everyone feels informed and connected to our learning journey. Patience and encouragement will support all learners, from beginners to those with more experience. A key goal is not only to teach a language but also to nurture empathy for different cultures and perspectives. Above all, the classroom will be filled with excitement and joy for learning together this new school year! |
| Maya Nehme French Teacher  | mnehme@mcauliffecharter.org Ms. Nehme joined the McAuliffe Staff in 2024. Ms. Nehme loves being part of the McAuliffe community because it’s a place where both students and teachers can really shine. The hands-on, active learning approach here makes learning exciting and meaningful, and seeing students take charge of their education is truly inspiring. The supportive, creative environment at McAuliffe is what makes it so special—everyone is encouraged to be themselves while working together. That mix of independence and teamwork is what keeps me excited to be here every day! |