DCI Staff Directory by Laura Flanagan https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122 2021-2022 en-us 2020-05-20 20:38:25 UTC 2025-09-26 13:50:23 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f44b.png Ms. Flanagan (she/her) lauraflanagan1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1678278847 Laura Flanagan
MS Assistant Principal (G7)

-6 years at DCI
-From CT, currently live in Glover Park
-Love Cheez-Its, iced coffee, and my golden Hannah
-Baby boy Flan due 12/24

]]> 2021-08-13 15:09:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1678278847 Mr. Ramp (he, him) krishnarampersaud1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1684861664 Krishna Rampersaud
HS Assistant Principal (G9)

- This is my 6th year at DCI
- 3rd generation Washingtonian also lived in Trinidad (WI) and Hawaii 
- I have 2 kids a son(10) and a daughter(7)
- Doritos are my weakness
- I do my best work in the morning
- I live in Shepherd Park, DC ]]> 2021-08-18 22:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1684861664 Ms. Stewart (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685938894 Maya Stewart
Middle School Principal 

-From PG County, MD
-Dog mom 
-I love chips 
-I love hot tea 
-I’m an early bird 
-Born in VA]]> 2021-08-19 12:39:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685938894 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685938915 I am the Academic Intervention Coordinator at DCI! I have been here for 7 Years. I am from Washington, DC and live with my two cats. I am neither an early bird or a night owl. My favorite morning beverage is creamer with a little bit of coffee. I currently live in Burtonsville!

]]> 2021-08-19 12:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685938915 Mr. Siegel (he/him) zacharysiegel3_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939044 Zach Siegel
6th Grade ELAL

- I have two rescue dogs, Charlotte and Ruthie.
- Coffee is my mandatory morning beverage.
- I live in Silver Spring, MD.

]]> 2021-08-19 12:39:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939044 Ms. Rebecca (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939147 Middle School Counseling team — providing services to the class of 2026!
Autism Specialist
Born & raised DMV’er & Terp for life! 
Year 6 at DCI
Dog Mama, coffee drinker, gluten-free!
[photo cred: DoC!]

]]> 2021-08-19 12:39:55 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939147 Monsieur Kutner (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939174 Paul Kutner
MYP/DP French teacher (HS)

1 son
1 dog
The world is a better place for everyone when I have my morning coffee  ]]> 2021-08-19 12:39:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939174 Mr. Harris/Mr. H/Harris Laoshi https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939267 Dean Harris, MYP Coordinator, 8th year at DCI
Originally from the UK
2 beautiful kids, Ella and Thomas
2 sociopathic cats, Frances and Bean
Favourite junk food: pasties
Morning drink, coffee, tea after that
Currently live in Brookland. ]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939267 Ms. Sim (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939306 Monique Sim
HS Math Teacher (G10)

- 4 years at DCI
- Southern California
- Ice cream
- Early bird
- Water, tea, coffee
- Currently live in Washington, D.C.]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939306 Baba Sam (he/him) samdodson3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939523 HS Art Teacher

-4yrs at DCI
-Born in Germany
-1 kiddo Samuel H. Dodson V
-No pets
-Early bird
-Favorite Morning drink is a Chai tea Latte
-Live in Largo MD

]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939523 Señora Garcia (she,her, ella) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939604 Spanish Teacher phase 4-5
4 years at DCI
Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
I have two sons
I don't like pets
🍕
Early bird
Coffee
I live in the best place on earth Bowie, Maryland ]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939604 Ms. Malynn (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939615 - This is my first year at DCI
- From Dallas, Tx
- Used to be a competitive fencer (nope, didn't build fences)
- Vegetarian
- Big dreams of adopting a dog one day
- Live in Potomac, MD with roomies]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685939615 Hi! 👋 I'm Michele Onwochei (Ms.O). I'm the speech pathologist. This is my 5th year at DCI. I'm originally from Toledo,Ohio. I have 7 plant babies, if those count as pets. I'm a night owl and currently live in Maryland. https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940115 2021-08-19 12:40:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940115 Mr. “Nick” (he/him/his) jessenickelson1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940124 Jesse Nickelson
IB Diploma Programme Coordinator

I have 2 kids, Laila and Isaiah
My favorite junk food is bakery donuts
Favorite morning beverage is Philz coffee
I’m a night owl
I grew up in DC and went to Wilson HS

]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940124 Sra. Jaramillo (she, her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940259 Soy maestra de Español, tengo dos hijos y vivo en Odenton MD.

]]> 2021-08-19 12:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940259 Ms. Smith (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940553 Adele Smith (6th grade ELA) 

First year here!
Coudersport, PA (the sticks) then Pittsburgh, PA!
Favorite junk food: hot Cheetos 
I am a night owl
Morning beverage: CocaCola ]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940553 Señora Vivar (she,her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940558 My name is Monica Vivar and this is my second year as a Spanish teacher here at DCI. I’m originally from Perú and I currently live in Elkridge, MD. I enjoy iced coffee and I am an early bird! ]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940558 Ms. Barbieri (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940612 Natalie Barbieri 
HS Assistant Principal (Grade 10) 

Starting my 7th year at DCI. 
From Washington, DC. Go Wilson Tigers! 
I have a beautiful daughter named Cali. 
#CoffeeAddict 

]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940612 Sa. Ginna (she/her/hers/ella) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940704 Ginna Salamán Sánchez 
Spanish teacher
This is my third year at DCI! I am from Puerto Rico, but I live now in Silver Spring. 🇵🇷 I don't have kids, so I can be both an early bird or a night owl. ]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940704 Ms. Guido (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940841 Sasha Guido (she/her)
11th Grade Math Teacher
  • How many years have you worked at DCI?
    • 1 (going into my second year)
  • Where are you from originally?
    • New York (Long Island)
  • Do you have kids? How many?
    • 0
  • What is your favorite junk food?
    • Flavor-blasted goldfish
  • Are you an early bird or a night owl?
    • Early bird
  • What is your favorite morning beverage?
    • Cappucino
  • Where do you live currently?
    • Columbia Heights by Malcom X Park
]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940841 Dionicio Flores Montalvo dionicioflores https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940894 Mr. Flores Montalvo (he, him, his) Spanish Teacher 3/4 _4/5
This is my second year working at DCI
I am originally from Mexico
I have three daughters
I have two pets, my dog buddy and my cat Sol
My favorite food is (taquitos dorados o flautas)
I am an early riser
Coffee is my favorite morning drink
I currently live in Glen Dale, MD.]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685940894 Mr.Rodney rodneyjohnson6_2 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941115 Individual Student Support
2nd year at DCI (1st out of the pandemic) 
From PG County 
1 cat (Cat dad) 
Early bird 
Currently in DC]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941115 Mr. Tony(he,him,his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941139
Tony Ayala 
MS Discipline Specialist 

2 years at DCI
DC native
No kids 
No pets
Pizza
Early bird
Coffee
Washington, DC]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941139 Ms. Wright or Ms. Clarissa (her, she) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941306 Clarissa Wright
504 Coordinator

-This is my 2nd full year
-I was born in Germany...Military brat. GO ARMY!!
-0 kids but help raise 6 nieces and nephews
-0 pets
-I work best either really early or really late
-I currently live in Essex, MD...way far from DCI!
-I love an iced White Chocolate Mocha (2 extra pumps of mocha) w/almond milk and caramel from Starbucks]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941306 Ms. Alexa (she/her) alexaarboleda5 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941442 Alexa Arboleda
6th Grade English 
4th year @ DCI
Florida, Colombian family 
No kiddos  #cat mom 
Fav. junk food= sour worms
I am both night owl & early bird 
STRONG CAFECITO
I currently live in Adams Morgan, DC]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941442 Maureen (Mo) Mitchell https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941476 8th Science Teacher/Integrated Science co-coordinator

Mom to Cora (3yo) Jane (8mo) and Ruby (🐕)
From Vermont, Graduated from Auburn (War Eagle), currently live in Wheaton.]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941476 AG (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941503 • 2 years at DCI
• From Los Angeles, CA
• I am a kid... no i have no children 😊
• I have 4 guinea pigs (Butterscotch, Hermes, Hephaestus, & Macchiato)
• My favorite junk food is fish sticks
• I am both (yes i have a terrible sleeping schedule)
• I like water and preworkout
• I live up the street. Holla at ya girl!]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941503 Ms. Chase (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941552 Laura Chase
MYP Chemistry Teacher (G10)

- This is my 3rd year at DCI
- I'm a California girl!
- I have an Australian Shepherd puppy named Levi!
- I like chips and guacamole! Also sour patch kids. 
- I'm an early bird and currently live in Silver Spring. :) ]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941552 Mr. Brian he his him https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941557 Brian Lounsbury 
MYP intro and advanced design 7-8
Years at DCI, going into my 5th
I’m originally from Hudson valley NY
Both early bird and night owl. I don’t sleep. 
Coffee!!
I have 1 boy]]> 2021-08-19 12:41:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941557 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941666 Doctor G (he, him, his)

IB DP Biology Teacher
2 years
Baltimore
Two daughters

]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941666 Ms. Brock(she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941670 Amy Brock
MS Assistant Principal (G6)

-3 years at DCI
-From Alexandria, currently live in Alexandria
MS Soccer Coach
Coffee Lover
Love a good brunch
No pets but LOVE dogs
Avid reader
Obsessed with OTF


]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941670 Stephen Muskett https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941707 Stephen Muskett
MYP Design and Tech, Computer Science 
Starting 4th year at DCI
From Falls Church, VA
Have three kids 
Have three goldfish 
Favorite junk food: Cheetos 
Early bird or night owl: haven’t figured it out yet 
Favorite morning beverage: anything with caffeine but trying to quit 
Currently live in Annandale, VA]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941707 Madame Newton (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941961 DP Math Teacher
I am from France
I have a daughter
I love dark chocolate and coffee.
I am a morning person.
I live in Alexandria, VA]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685941961 Health and Physical Education https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942061 This is the start of my fourth year at DCI. I’m originally from Gaithersburg and happily married with one daughter name Ella. ]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942061 Ms. Hayes (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942065 Hayes Willingham
Occupational Therapist

-First year at DCI
-Originally from NC, currently in Arlington
-Has 1 year old named Georgia and a beagle named Ruby

]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942065 Ms. Watkins (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942080 Kristy Watkins
MYP English (Grade 9)

-2nd year at DCI
-Originally from MS
-One dog, Lola
-Snacks on Flaming Hot Munchies or anything sweet 🙃

]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942080 Mr. Dave (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942090 Dave Soles 
Physics Teacher

Brand New
Born in DC, Raised in Arlington
1 son (that I know of)
2 Cats, one of which has 26 toes.
Donuts
Early Bird
Milk (in my cereal)
Arlington

]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942090 Mr. Pyo (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942102 Jonathan Pyo
DP Math Teacher (12th Grade)

This is my 4th year at DCI.
I am originally from Portland, OR.
I am a night owl.
I currently live in Silver Spring.]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942102 Mr. Diamond (He/Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942160 I'm Zach!
I've been at DCI for 6 years
I have two kids, a son and a daughter
I currently live in Kensington, MD]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942160 Ms. Liz (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942236  - This is my 4th year at DCI
 - mom to 2 kids and 2 dogs: Fiona (pictured here) - 9th grader at DCI; Finn - 5th grader at LAMB; Annie (adorable mutt); Willa (COVID pup)
 - I'm a morning person all the way
 - I live in DC, am originally from Ohio, but just hit the point where I've lived longer in DC than Ohio
 - Favorite junk food: guac and chips]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942236 Mr. Hamd (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942349 Joseph Hamd 
I&S, Middle School 

- New staff member to DCI 
- Born in Michigan, lived in Louisiana, Lebanon, and Maryland 
- I love Takis
- I live in Takoma Park, MD ]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942349 Mr. Donovan (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942393 Shane Donovan
IB Career Program/ Career and Technical Education Coordinator

- This is my 6th year at DCI
- I grew up in the DMV
- Besides coordinating, I coach STEM teachers and also teach some STEM classes (this year, physics and computer science)
- I coach our 3 robotics teams
- Despite my nerdy appearance, I am a former college athlete and love all sports, especially soccer, tennis, and our wonderfully mediocre DC teams]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942393 Ms. C (she,her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942430 Charlene Cummings
DP Biology Teacher
7th Year at DCI
From Connecticut
1 kiddo  and one dog named Fozlo]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942430 Jennie Gobrail (Ms. G.) she/her/hers https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942444
- 1 year at DCI (this is my 2nd)
- Been in the DMV for 12 years, before that, PA
- I have 1 super dope son (Theodore)
- I have a GSD named Athena
- Favorite junk food: Ice Cream or Sour Cream and Onion chips
- Night owl
- Tea drinker - allllllllll day
- Currently living in Rockville]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942444 Ms. Jiang (she, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942466 Wenjie Jiang
Integrated Math 2 Teacher

I’m new to DCI.
I have 3 pets, one dog and two cats. My dog (Lixie) is a mixture of lab and Shar Pei.
My favorite morning beverage is water.
I’m originally from China.
I live in Silver Spring, close to Olney.


]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942466 Ms. D https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942493 Marquia Dockery
-Individual Student Support
-3rd year at DCI
-D.C. Native
-0 Kids
-1 Cat (Beauty)
-Chips
-Early Bird
- ❣️Tea 
-East Of The River, S.E.]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942493 Ms. Bredes (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942541 Dounia Bredes
ELL Teacher (Grade 8)

First year at DCI! I'm a Vermonter and an early bird. I love a cup of black tea with milk and honey in the morning. My cat Shmooka (Xmucane) lives with me in Silver Spring, MD.]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942541 Ms. Csoma (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942552 Jessica Csoma
ELL Teacher

Second year at DCI
Originally from Germany
Night owl!!!
Living in AdMo and love it

]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942552 Ms. Porter (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942660 Ashley Porter
Digital Media (Video Production/Graphic Design/Computer Science) Teacher

2nd year at DCI
Originally from Florida, also lived in PA, MA, MS, TX, and CO
Now live in Eckington, DC
I love nitro cold brews and breakfast tacos]]> 2021-08-19 12:42:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942660 Mr. Shariff (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942807 Zain Shariff, History Teacher/I&S Subject Coordinator 

  • TX-born; MD-raised, living in Silver Spring
  • Night-owl
  • Funyuns & Diet Coke
  • Cold-brew addict

My housemate has two cats (photo featuring one) that I may one day steal (shh!). 
]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942807 Ms. VD (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942860 DP English (Grade 11 SL)
This is my third year at DCI, but it is my 21st year teaching!
I am originally from Michigan (Go State!) but spent most of my adult life in living in Mexico before I moved to the DMV.
I love reading, concerts, exploring DC, tacos, popcorn, and fantasy football.]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942860 Chi Laoshi (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942899 Zhengyu Chi
MS I&S in Chinese + Subject Coordinator 

4th year in DCI
Don’t have kids but plan to have 2 someday
Favorite “junk” food: everything my husband has cooked lol
Life beverage: ☕️ I can’t live without it ]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685942899 Ms. Sandusky (she/her) allisonsandusky6 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943090 Allison Sandusky
MS Dean of Students

*I have been at DCI since we opened!
*I am from Michigan and am a little obsessed with the University of Michigan.  Go Blue!
*I love fruit, especially Mango
*I work best in the morning
*I have a dog, Jack Jack, and two cats, Chazz and Izzy]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943090 Mr. Nace (He, Him, His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943169 Director of Student Support Services

-4th school year at DCI
-From VA (804)
-No Kids, but two cats
- I love fries 
- I am an early bird and a night owl
- Sweet tea is my morning beverage ]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943169 Ms. Cheng (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943266 Jennifer Cheng
English 10
NYU Teaching Resident Fellow

• New to DCI!
• From Silver Spring, MD (and living there now)
• No kids and no pets (but I want a cat :()
• Hot cheetos, ice cream
• Early bird
• Black coffee !!]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943266 Ms. Melissa or Ms. Lemmons (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943269 Melissa Lemmons
DP History Teacher
First year at DCI 
Originally from Tampa, FL
No kids; 2 adorable cats 
Nachos 
Early bird and love coffee 
Currently living in Silver Spring, MD]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943269 Mrs. Sylvester (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943296 Janei Sylvester (formally Peterson) 
EL Teacher (7th Grade)

This is my 3rd year at DCI. 
I was born in Bridgeport, CT, but raised in PG County, Md. 
I have an amazing 3 year old daughter. 
I have a cat (even though I’m allergic 😒)
I love all junk food!!! 
Morning beverage = Water 💧
I live in Bowie, MD!!!!!!!!]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943296 Mr. Wilkinson/W/Dub (He, him, his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943302 Eddison Wilkinson
7th Grade English Teacher

-2nd year at DCI
- Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in North Cackalacky (704/336)
-No kids, just my students
-One pet hamster (former class pet from a previous school who came home with me during the pandemic. We moved to DC together)
- I love to eat white cheddar popcorn
- I'm an early owl...My body adjusts to whatever is necessary in my life.
- Coffee is my soulmate
- I live in Northeast DC...WARD FIVE AND LIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIVVVVVVVVVE]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943302 Ms.Pollard (She/Her/Hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943514 • Markeisha Pollard 
• 7th Grade Science Teacher 
•New Staff Member! 
•Originally from Port Gibson, Mississippi 
•LOOOOOOOOVE Chocolate ice cream 🍫🍨
• I drink tea in the morning. 
•I live in Downtown Silver Spring. ]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943514 Nathan Garneau (he, him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943637 DCI Math Coach, 2019 - and beyond!

- Have lived in Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Guatemala, Puerto Rico, Brooklyn (NY), Connecticut, DC!
- Mornings are my natural enemy
- Unapologetic wine snob
- BLM & LGBQT+ activist
- Love science
- Live in Chevy Chase]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943637 Mr. Townsend (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943725
-HS SpEd teacher
-First year!
-Silver Spring, Md
-No babies 🙅🏻‍♂️
-YES! Three giant dogs! The smallest one is 75lb! Shout out Mayas boyfriend, Duke
-An ungodly amount of peanut butter
-Forcing myself to be an early bird
-7th st roast coffee from Compass coffee, check em out!
-Laurel, Maryland]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:55 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943725 Mr. Elish (he, his): L-ish https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943755 From NYC, but lived post-college in Chicago, Philly, Ann Arbor, and now here in D.C. (hopefully forever)

Wife Sophie - no kids, one ridiculous orange cat. My favorite junk food is cold, grocery store chicken tenders. Neither early bird or night owl - to bed at 10, up at 7 (I'm boring). 

When not at DCI, I am usually biking or cooking. Best book I read recently was Circe by Madeline Miller. Currently on to Hamnet.

Best TV atm is Mare of Eastown and, of COURSE Bachelor in Paradise!!]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943755 Mr. Rogers (he/him/his) royrogers5 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943760 Roy Rogers (like the restaurant) 
11th Grade DL HL History Teacher

+ My second year at DCI
+ Originally from Fairfax, VA
+ No Kids
+ 2 pets - one dog & one cat
+ Oreos are my fav junk food
+ Middle of the day is the best time of day
+ Coffee is life 
+ Silver Spring, MD is where I live presently]]> 2021-08-19 12:43:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943760 Li Laoshi 李老师 (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943770
  • 4th year at DCI
  • I am a cat mom
  • China built and Montana assembled and adulting in DC
  • My favorite junk food is Boba 
  • night owl fo sho
  • I live in Columbia Heights

    • ]]>     2021-08-19 12:43:58 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943770     Sr. Long (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943776 Cody Long
    Grants and Development Manager

    - 4.5 (non consecutive) years at DCI 
    - From Coopersburg, PA 
    - Not a big snacker, but peanut butter pretzel bites are a weakness
    - Coffee with lots of cream and sugar, or an iced mocha
    - Currently Columbia Heights, DC]]>     2021-08-19 12:43:58 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943776     Mr. Miller (he, him, his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943815 Ezra Miller
    DP English Teacher (Grade 12)

    -- This is my fourth year at DCI.
    -- I'm originally from Baltimore.
    -- I live in Eckington with my husband (Greg) and our dog (Leland).]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943815     Ms. Silver (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943839 Sixth grade ENL teacher.
    This is my second year at DCI
    I am originally from Stockton, California, but really grew up in SW Ohio
    I have one amazing daughter (pictured)
    My favorite junk food is twizzlers
    I am a night owl posing as an early bird.
    In the morning I drink coffee or I do not survive the day
    I currently (as of July!) live in Washington DC! The neighborhood may be called Van Ness? I'm still learning DC]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943839     https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943966 Mauricio Lopez
    He, His, Him 
    Individual Student Support 
    LA
    3 years
    6 kids 3 grandkids 
    Chinese food 
    Night Owld
    Coffee 
    Washington DC]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943966     Ms. Culp (she/her) emilyculp1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943974 Emily Culp
    6th Grade Writing Support
    6th Grade GLL 

    -3 prior years at DCI as 6th Grade English teacher
    -from CT
    -live in downtown DC
    -Morning person]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685943974     Ms. Goldstein (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944062 Emily Goldstein
    7th Grade Math Teacher

    First year at DCI
    From Boston, MA (go Patriots)
    I currently live in AdMo
    I’m definitely a night owl but trying to be an early bird - it’s a work in progress! 
    My favorite junk food is Lays Salt and Vinegar Chips or anything DARK chocolate (85%)]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944062     Ms. Thompson https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944147 6th Grade Science
    This is my 2nd year at DCI.
    I am originally from PG County.
    I have a dog.
    My favorite junk food is chocolate chip cookies.
    My favorite morning beverage is a fresh green juice or caramel iced coffee w/ almond milk.

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944147     Mr. Darco https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944228 - Darius "Darco" Brown
    - 8th Grade Mathematics & Integrated Mathematics 1 for 8th Grade

    Hello! My name is Darco (but it says "Darius" on my email; I know, confusing!) This is my 4th year having the privilege of teaching at DCI. I grew up in NYC, have been living in DC (Logan Circle Area) for about 5 years now. No kids or pets, but I do take care of lots of plants! I'm a Certified Tree Advocate; I like esports, Ultimate ("frisbee"), and board games. Also, favorite "junk" food, definitely Goldfish.]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944228     https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944282 -two young lively kids at home
    -from Chile originally 
    -favorite junk food is all things salty and dark chocolate
    -must have coffee]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944282     https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944285 Serge Riddell
    MS Special Education/Social Studies Teacher
    Starting year 2!
    Native Washingtonian!
    French fries!
    Night owl!
    Coffee - black
    Logan Circle/14th Street!

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944285     Wu Laoshi(she,her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944337 Jingyi Wu
    Chinese Teacher

    -This is my second year at DCI
    -I'm from China.
    -My favorite morning beverage is water.]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944337     Dr. Yu (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944390 Xiaohang Yu
    HS Music Teacher

    -First year at DCI.
    -From Shenzhen, China
    -Live in Falls Church, VA
    -Early bird
    -Photographer
    -Badminton player]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944390     Ms. Lyons (she/her) susanlyons5 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944425 I am from Jamaica originally.
    I have one lil pumpkin patch.
    i don't do mornings.
    I don't do morning beverages, but if I do, it's hot chocolate.]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944425     Ms. Martha (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944852 Martha Fuechsel
    Community Based Teacher for SPED
    - First Year 
    - Born in Germany
    - No Kids
    - One sweet dog named Pleks 
    - Ice cream even though it kills my stomach 
    - I just love sleep so I’m not an early bird or a   
      night owl just a sleeper 
    - I live right down the street from the school    
      so I have no excuse to be late  



    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944852     Ms. Hendrix (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944887 My name is Catherine Hendrix and I teach 10th grade English. This is my third year at DCI. I live in DC with my husband and two dogs: a tiny teacup Yorkiepoo and a big German Shepherd/Golden Retriever. I grew up in MD and went to UMD (Go Terps!) and Hopkins. I am most definitely a night owl so I need my caffeine in the morning; my morning drink of choice is black tea. In my free time, I enjoy reading, biking, swimming, and vegging on my couch.]]> 2021-08-19 12:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685944887 Mr. Vásquez/Mr. JP (hi/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945011 Juan Pablo Vásquez Varela
    I&S in Spanish Teacher (G6 and G7)

    -2nd year at DCI
    -From Cali, Colombia (aka La Sucursal del Cielo, the Salsa Capital of the world)
    -I have one pet, her name is Chula she is a a chihuahua mix.
    -Cheese puffs are my fav junk food
    -Night owl
    -live in Adams Morgan ]]>     2021-08-19 12:44:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945011     Ms. Thomas (she/her) marythomas21 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945358 Mary Thomas
    Librarian & Ed Tech Coordinator 📚 💻

    ❹th year at DCI
    I'm from Middletown, MD
    I live with Albert, my husband and our two dogs Bridgette 🐕  & Phoebe 🐕‍🦺 
    Jalapeño Cheetos are my kryptonite 
     ☕️  is as important to me as oxygen 
    I live in Hyattsville, MD! 
    I speak 🇫🇷 and 🇪🇸]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945358     Ms. K (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945383 Carly Klinenberg
    6th grade math

    -2nd year at DCI
    -originally from Los Angeles
    -favorite junk food is anything chocolate and extra toasty cheez-its
    -I don’t have any pets but my parents have a dog that I am obsessed with
    -I live in Columbia Heights]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945383     Douglas White (He/Him/His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945409 Coach Doug 
    7/8th Health and PE
    This is my 7th year at DCI
    Landover Maryland 
    I have a 9 year old Daughter 
    I have a 1 year old Pomsky (Husky and Pomeranian mix) names Thanos 
    French Fries are my favorite junk food 
    Night Owl🦉
    Ice water 
    Currently live in Greenbelt, Maryland  ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945409     Mr. Custer (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945427 Student support services. I’m entering my second year at DCI. This year I’m teaching small group ELA classes for 9th,10th,11th, and 12th grade. I’m originally from the Pacific Northwest. I like to walk the line of being both a night owl and an early bird, which means coffee is both my favorite evening and morning beverage. ]]> 2021-08-19 12:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945427 MC (they/them) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945441 Marina (MC) Chen
    HS IM 1 (9th grade) Math Teacher

    -This is my 3rd year at DCI
    -I have two dogs, Baby (9 y/o Beagle mix) and Archie (7 month Miniboz)
    -Early bird 
    -I live in Adams Morgan, DC

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945441     Mr. Battenberg (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945452 Emmet Battenberg
    10th Grade English Teacher
    1 year at DCI
    No kids
    No pets
    Tostitos 
    Early Bird
    Coffee
    Silver Spring

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945452     Mr. Reyna (He, Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945473 Christian Reyna -8th Math 
    Second Year at DCI 
    Originally from Oklahoma 
    Early Bird 
    Coffee Black 
    Any sour candy


    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945473     Dr. Naomi Schatz (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945489 This is my 2nd year at DCI. I am from Massachusetts, but I moved here from Hawaii, along with my cat Soda Pop (who was found in a soda machine in HI). I live on 16th st. near Meridian Park. I am NOT a morning person, and don't like coffee. Sugar is my drug of choice.]]> 2021-08-19 12:45:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945489 Mr. Curtis (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945529 -This is my 4th year here.
    -I'm originally from Ohio.
    -I don't have any kids.
    -I have a cat named Hobbes!
    -No food is "junk." It's all important...I also just can't think of any. Doritos?
    -I'm a night Owl. 
    -I like coffee.
    -I currently live in the moment, but I pay rent in Silver Spring.



    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945529     Mr. LaRocque / Mr. L (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945751 Justin LaRocque
    Grade 8 Level Lead 
    Student Support Team 
    Building Successful Students Lead/Teacher

    7 years at DCI! 
    This is year 20 teaching. 
    I'm from New Haven, CT and clearly love pizza. 
    No kids, but a proud dog dad of the late Benson Laoshi (our therapy dog) and soon to be dad of Rickard DCI's soon to be therapy dog!]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945751     Mrs. Hernandez (she, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945777 -New at DCI
    -From Mexico City
    -I have 1 16 year old daughter 
    -I have a parrotlet named Vicky
    -I'm a night owl
    -My favorite junk food are chips.
    -my morning beverage is ice coffee with skim milk
    -I live in Greenbelt ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685945777     Mr. Thomas (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946095 ELA Teacher 


    - I'm from NYC
    - I have a cat
    - I love coffee and tea]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946095     Ms.Carter(she/her) jenaecarter2 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946104 Year Five at DCI 
    ELA 7/GLL 
    Originally from NYC
    I have one boy 
    One Dog 
    My Faovrite Junk food depends on the mood.
    Early Bird
    Favorite Morning Beverage: Love Tea 
    Howard County Resident]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946104     Ms. Salgado alexaarboleda5 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946119 Silvia Salgado
    MIddle School Art

    I am an imaginator who loves to build a better world around us for all with sculptures and love to teach art!!
    First time at DCI
    Im a morning owl and i love good coffee
    my sculptures are my kids!

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946119     Mrs. Danette (she/her/ella) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946157 -HS Bilingual Educational Aide
    -4th year
    - From Mass ( Colombiana by roots y sangre)
    -1 child (rising DCI Dragon)
    -No pets
    - Love M& M's 
    - Night owl
    - Love Chai Tea Latte
    - Live in NW DC]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946157     Ms. Rieg (she/her) brittanyrieg10 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946162 Brittany Rieg
    7th Grade Math Teacher

    - Rieg is pronounced like "rig" (like an "oil rig" or to "rig a game")
    - 4th year at DCI
    - Originally from Pittsburgh
    - Currently live near U Street
    - I have a dog named Rusty.  We think he's a Great Pyrenees mix but stand by for our DNA results!!
    - I drink coffee and eat a Cliff bar every morning
    - I love cooking and baking and eating baked goods]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946162     Mr. Wright (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946163 Taylor Wright
    9th Grade World History Teacher
    I’m from California via Melbourne, Australia. (still getting used to DC weather)

    I only have a Betta fish named Dale but I’m determined to make a friend out of every dog I meet typically to the chagrin of my partner. 

    I am an aspiring early bird but those TV shows are just so hard to turn off at night!


    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946163     Ms. Cancelli (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946167 Christina Cancelli
    HS Assistant Principal (Grade 11/12)

    6 years at DCI
    English Teacher at heart 
    Has a puppy named Havana and a fiance named Jodi 
    From CA ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946167     Mrs. Smith (she, her) doreensmith3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946180 Doreen Smith
    HS Science Teacher (MYP Chem & Bio)

    - This is my 5th year at DCI.
    - Born in SoCal. Lived in HI for 14 years.
    - Early bird.
    - I have a cat named Yuki.
    - I ride my bike to work.
    - I love to ski! ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946180     Ms. Q (she/her) nadinequiros4 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946197 - 2 cats
    - coffee coffee coffee
    - currently living in Fort Totten 

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946197     Ms. Meghan (she/her) meghanmonroe3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946243 Meghan Monroe
    Individual Student Support

    -This is my 3rd year at DCI
    -I am originally from Bergen County, NJ
    -I have a 2 month old baby boy named Reece
    - I have 2 coonhound mutts ♥️
    -My favorite junk food is chips!! 

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946243     Mr. Hernandez (He, Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946299 Paul Hernandez
    9th Grade World History Teacher

    I have one beautiful daughter.
    2021-2022 will be my second year at DCI.
    I coach High School Coed Flag Football.
    I am from New York City.]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946299     Mrs. Mitchell she/her https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946329 I’m Dana Mitchell, the MS Assistant Principal who works primarily w/8th grade. 

    My husband and are I expecting a beautiful baby girl in a few weeks! 🐣👨🏾‍🍼🤰🏽 

    Early bird by trade; Night owl in my heart 

    No pets—I love anole lizards 🦎 ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946329     Ms. Sabrina https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946330 Sabrina Holliday
    MS Discipline Specialist

    - This is my second year at DCI
    - I am a DC Native
    - My favorite Junk food Homemade cake
    - I am a night owl
    - I love coffee
    - I live in DC    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946330     Ms. Melody or Ms. Maitland or Melody (she/her) melodymaitland1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946464 Melody Maitland 
    Chief of Staff 

    - I've been at DCI since day 1
    - From Colorado
    - proud Fast Foodie (I eat like a 5 year old)
    - Pet peeves- knock on my door, no answer, but just open the door anyway
    - early bird
    - 2 cats- Kylo Ren and Tesla Ann (furbabies only)
    - Currently live in Silver Spring, MD with my amazing husband Kellen
    - fav. morning beverage- hot cinnamon dolce coffee with milk 

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946464     Mr.Brian or Brian (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946587 -Proud DC native
    -3rd year at DCI
    -Discipline Specialist
    -I have a dog named smokey and cat named Ricky Armando 
    -I love chicken
    -Music is life!]]>     2021-08-19 12:45:58 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946587     Ms. Prato (She, Her, Hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946607 -Carolyn Prato
    -Class of 2025 School Counselor
    -1st year at DCI
    -Miami, FL
    -I have 280+ kids
    -No pets
    -Chips and gummy bears
    -I’m an mid-morning person
    -Either tea or kombucha 
    -Maryland ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946607     Ms. Froehlich ("fro-lish") (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946642 Robin Froehlich
    Special Education Coordinator

    *  I have worked at DCI for 1 year.
    *  I am from Gaithersburg, MD - go MoCo!
    *  I love myself some white cheddar popcorn :-)
    *  I consider myself both an early bird and a night owl--depends on what I need to do.
    *  I cannot go a day without coffee.
    *  I currently live in Silver Spring, MD
    *  I am trying to work my side hustle of making super cute baby blankets - check it out:
    https://goldenbirddesign36.wixsite.com/website

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946642     Mr Hall (He/Him/His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946716 Jamie Hall (On the left in the pic)
    HS Physical Education & Health Teacher

    Military Veteran  / Rugby Player / British 
    (In priority order)

    3rd Year @ DCI

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946716     Madame Mounia (she, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946725 French teacher.
    This is my 6th school year at DCI.
    Born in Morocco and grew up in Brussels.
    Married and I have a 13 years old daughter.
    I am an early bird and I love coffee
    I live in Bristow VA.]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946725     Ms. Bao (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946731 Jie Bao
    MS HS Chinese teaching fellow

    -I am the new staff, today is my 4th day
    -I'm originally from Beijing, China
    -I have one cat which is an orange tabby, I am planning to adopt another one 🐱
    -I love chicken nuggets 
    -I am definitely a night owl 🦉
    -In the morning I love my vanilla black tea
    -I live in Silver spring]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946731     Ms. Shabazz or Shabazz https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946768 Attalah Shabazz
    Fellow/Personal Project Teacher
    3rd year at DCI
    DC born and raised baby! Southwest/James creek to be exact.
    Favorite junk food is ice cream, ice cream fanatic! ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946768     Ms. Gutiérrez (she, her, ella) sandragutierrez2_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946779 Sandra Gutiérrez
    Director of Language Learning

    - I am from Lima, Perú 
    - I live in Silver Spring, MD with my husband of 21 years, Chris, and my two children: Gabriel (19) & Camila (16)
    - I have 2 doggies: Mía y Kalúa
    - I love my morning coffee, traveling, yoga, walking, dancing, hanging out with friends & family 
    - Fave fast food Sardi's Peruvian chicken
     ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946779     Ms. Lee (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946787 Jessica Lee
    ~First year as the 7th grade counselor!
    ~ New to the district, but so excited to be here! 
    ~ No kids, but very hype on my niece (5) and nephew (8).
    ~Favorite junk food is cheetos w/ hot sauce and any salty sweet.]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946787     Ms. B (She/Her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946816 Dan Boudreaux
    12th grade English and Co-Subject Coordinator

    I am originally from New Orleans and have been living in DC since 2006. I'm starting my 6th year at DCI and I am excited to work with my team as Co-Subject Coordinator. And, to end on a fun fact - I burn the candle at both ends and am a night owl and an early bird.


    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946816     Ms. Douglas (She/Her/Homegirl) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946841 Danielle Douglas
    Health and Physical Education
    Year 3 at DCI
    BALTIMORE
    Fur Baby]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946841     Mr. Jenkins https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946858 Discipline Specialist 

    3rd year at DCI 

    Detroit, MI

    Fruit Snacks

    Columbia, MD


    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946858     Mr. Carlos (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946881 Carlos Pineda

    - 1st year at DCI
    - From MD
    - 2 dogs
    - Favorite junk food is pizza]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946881     Gao Laoshi (She, Her, Hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946909 -have worked 7 years at DCI.
    -DP Chinese
    -Shanghai, China
    -Early Bird]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946909     Zhu Laoshi (She,her 她) runshengzhu1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946914 Winnie Runsheng Zhu
    DP & MYP Chinese Teacher

    - It's my 2.5 year in DCI!!!
    - From Shenzhen, China
    -Speaks Mandarin, Cantonese
    - Live in Rockville, MD]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946914     Mr. Nealis (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946929 Dan Nealis
    8th grade math

    -2nd year at DCI
    -Originally from Philly...go 76ers 
    -No kids, one dog named Bella
    -Night owl for sure
    -Soft pretzels
    -Need to have a glass of orange juice in the morning
    -Currently live in Colombia Heights]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946929     Mr. Harbison (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946932 Mark Harbison
    MS English Teacher 

    - Year 1 at DCI 
    - Durham, North Carolina 
    - 2 cats that are my entire life. Nola and Nash 💕
    - Oreos 
    - Early Bird, but I really just enjoy sleeping 24/7  
    - Coffee w/ sweet cream & almond milk 
    - NOMA, DC

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946932     Stoffel (they/he) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946949 4th year at DCI
    Grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio
    Directs MS and HS Plays after school!
    Lives near Fort Totten]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685946949     Mr. Pallis (he, him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947030 Jon Pallis
    HS Math Teacher
    This is my 2nd year at DCI. I am originally from Connecticut. I have a little pet chihuahua, and love dogs. I am definitely a night owl, and therefore love coffee in the morning. I currently live in Noma in DC.]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947030     Ms. Lauren (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947042 Lauren Games
    Communications Manager

    -6 years at DCI!
    -Proud WV Native
    -Love coffee
    -I have a dog named Watson!]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947042     Ms. Pratt (she,her,hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947060
    8 Science 
    New to DCI
    From Hartford, CT
    1 son (9th Gr. Dragon)
    No pets
    Love Fresh Popcorn 
    Live in DC (Brookland)

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947060     Madame Martin (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947065 Anna Martin
    MS French Teacher

    - Born and raised in Bergen County, New Jersey 
    - 3rd year at DCI 
    - I am American, French, and Iranian
    - Photographer
    - Love Oreos
    - Night owl
    - I live in Alexandria, VA with my fiancé]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947065     Coach Taylor (they/them) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947066 Celia “CT” Taylor
    Special Education Teacher (Math 6th-8th)
    I am starting my 9th year in teaching and my 7th year at DCI. I am originally from Kentucky, but moved to the area in 2013. I live in Maryland with my wife, our three dogs and two cats.  I coach Varsity Girls Soccer with Coach Reyes.]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947066     Ms.Campos (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947072 MS SLI Teacher (6th Grade)
    -5th school year at DCI
    -Maryland
    -No Kids, but my nephew is my child, he lives with me. 
    -Hot Cheetos 
    -Im not an early bird or night owl kind of in between depends on the day 
    -Morning beverage, hot herbal tea or ice chai latte]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947072     Mr Franck Makouangou https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947080 I’m French teacher and this is my third year working in the best school ever of DC. Originally I’m from Congo Brazzaville and have 2 kids Leticia 12 and Valentin 7 years old. I don’t have pet but I would like one dog. I junk food is noodles, I’m an early bird. I like the green tea. I live in Falls Church ]]> 2021-08-19 12:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947080 Mr. N/Monsieur He/Him https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947086 -MYP/DP French 
    -2nd year @ DCI
    -From Florida, live in Arlington
    -Have 1 kid
    -Night owl]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947086     Dr. Lamy (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947091 -Spanish I&S Teacher
    -3 years
    -Brooklyn, NY (Panamanian/Trinidadian)
    -Yes, 2
    -No
    -Doritos
    -Early bird
    -Earl Grey Tea
    -Alexandria, VA]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947091     Xue Laoshi (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947180 Yinghan Xue
    HS Chinese teacher/Language department subject coordinator 

    3rd year at DCI
    I’m from China
    We have two aquarium with a betta fish, few snails and bunch of shrimps. Adopting a puppy 🐶 who will be arrived from Texas tomorrow.
    Coffee ☕️ is a must for me in the morning

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947180     Mr. Kyle Forsyth (He/Him/His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947235 -This is my third year at DCI.
    -I've lived many places, but I moved here from Arkansas.
    -I have 2 dogs: 1 Fox Terrier Mut & 1 LHGSD
    -Give me a bag with flaming hot on it, and it's going to take a lot of self restraint to not eat the whole bag.
    -I've been drinking the shaken iced mocha espresso at Starbucks.
    -I live in Eckington, NE DC
    -I'm obsessed with traveling and exploring nature.]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947235     Ms. Monique (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947291 -New to DCI
    -Born in DC, raised in Florida, moved to ATL, then Dubai. Moved here from Dubai
    -Have two boys
    -Have one cat that is disabled
    -Favorite junk food: ice cream
    -Super early bird: I get up by 5am
    -Morning bev: bottled H20 (hate coffee)
    -Live in Silver Spring]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947291     Mr. Ray (he,him,his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947443 Raymond Barquero 🇵🇷🇬🇹
    MS Discipline Specialist 

    -Closing in on my 3rd year in DCI
    - DC Native moe
    - Poet, Photographer, Afro-Latin drummer
    -No kids but I do have a Maltese named cloud
    - Popcorn/Ice Cream
    -A bit of both I dont get much sleep
    -Been coffee lately but may go back to smoothies
    -Silver Spring, MD

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947443     Ms. Gladys (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947460 Danlei "Gladys" Xiang
    6th-grade school counselor 

    - First year at DCI
    - I'm an early bird!
    - 0 pets now but will be a future dog mom!
    - Coffee or smoothie
    - I live in Bethesda, MD]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947460     Ms. Oluwafemi (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947536 Sanya Oluwafemi
    8th Grade ELA

    This is my first year at DCI. I have a Dalmatian named Marc. In the mornings, I am usually drinking a heavily caffeinated beverage; Lattes, Monsters, and Dragonfruit Red Bulls are some of my personal faves (I also do not mind them as gifts). ]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947536     Mr. Neiss (he/him/his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947730 HS Math Teacher
    Northern Michigan
    Early Bird
    Tea
    NoMa, DC]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947730     Mr. Chacon (He, His, Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947807 Arts teacher
    Luving it
    Dogs and Cat
    2nd year here, feel like new]]>     2021-08-19 12:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947807     Ms. Ma Laoshi ( She, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947893 Zilin Ma Wolfe (Lydia)
    HS Bilingual Music and Performance arts Coordinator 

    - Original from China
    - One Shih tzu named Sonata ( she love to  sing and vocalize through out the day)

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:47:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947893     https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947922 Kids call me Ms Green or Ms Katie (she,her,hers).
    I’m from the home of the greats: New York City!
    Ive worked at DCI for 3 years.
    I’m a sucker for Dominos Pizza 🍕 
    I live in Hyattsville MD.]]>     2021-08-19 12:47:04 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685947922     Ms. Ryann (She/ her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948422 Ryann Hendricks 
    Physical Education Teacher 
    3rd Year @ DCI 
    0 Kids 
    0 Pets 
    Sour Patch Kids 
    Early Bird 
    Lemon Tea 
    Silver Spring ]]>     2021-08-19 12:47:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948422     Ms. B / Ms. Bianca https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948780 Hi! My name is Bianca Bah
    I am French Educational Aide!

    • 1 year is at DCI! (ish)
    • I am a sucker for ice cream!
    • I love tea and orange juice!

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:47:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948780     Ms. Garris | she/her/hers katiegarris1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948785 Katie Garris
    7th Grade English Teacher & English Subject Coordinator

    - this is my 3rd year at DCI!
    - I'm originally from Philly
    - adopted my dog Molly in February & working on her CGC test so she can come to school :) 
    - fav junk food = pizza rolls! 
    - coffee coffee coffee
    - currently in Ward 1, Adams Morgan  ]]>     2021-08-19 12:47:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685948785     Mme Herisson (she/her/elle) amberherisson3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949139 Amber Herisson
    Language Curriculum Coordinator
    French Teacher

    This is my 5th year at DCI.
    I have two amazing bilingual children, Thomas and Zoe.
    I am originally from Vermont and have lived many years in France.]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949139     Mr. Binsner/Carsten carstenbinsner1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949176 Technology/Engineering & Design Teach
    -5th Year at DCI
    -Originally from Germany/Berlin
    -HS Varsity Soccer Coach
    -German Club Sponsor
    -Helping out with Robotics
    -Live in NE Washington DC next to Pedro Luna
    -I have two kids Nicolas and Lyla
    -I am a hands-on person always creating or fixing something
    -I have a 9 month old German Shepherd/Huski]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949176     Sra. Martinez (She, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949230 Ana Martinez 
    Instructional Coach & Spanish Teacher 
    4 years @DCI
    Originally from Washington, DC
    I have the privilege of having an amazing little girl 
    Had a dog 🐕 but my daughter bit him 😆 
    Favorite junk food is chocolate cake 
    Both early

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949230     Ms. Lincoln,College & Career Counselor https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949236 *Lori V Lincoln
    *1st Year at DCI
    *From Gary, Indiana
    *3 (up to 12 children)
    *No pets
    *Fave Junk Food: (currently) Chicago Mix Popcorn
    *Night Owl
    *Fave AM Beverage: H2O (or MY fresh-squeezed OJ, when available)
    *Currently live in Brookland

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949236     Lulaoshi(Xian) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949277 6th year @ DCI
    MS Chinese
    4 years in Arkansas, 6 years in Maryland
    Favorite snack: anything spicy
    2 kiddos, 1 cheewinne, my husband also works at DCI]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949277     Mike Gaskins (he/him) michaelgaskins3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949292 Michael Gaskins
    6 Grade Science
    I'm from the DC metro area (PG County)
    2 kids
    etc!]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949292     Ms. Gray (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949409 This is my 2nd full year at DCI
    I have 1 daughter going to HS this year! (SO NOT READY!!!)
    I have 1 4-legged child- Nyla (Yorkie, 10 yo)
    I love sour patch kids or any other sour snacks!!!
    Favorite morning beverage is Peppermint tea
    Definitely a night owl!!!]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949409     Mx. Makai (they/them) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949429 Xae-Rashi Makai teaches 8th grade (double block!! 🥳) Math. They also have an 8th grade ATL with some pretty decent little humans in it.

    A DC-born dad of 2, this is their 3rd year teaching at DCI! It's nice to be close to home. This is especially true because mornings are very much not their jam. They'd happily engage in a game of True Early Morning bingo, which would start during their peak operating hours (12am - 3am)!]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949429     Mr. / Sr. Badué (he/él) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949980 – This is my first year at DCI.
    – I'm Cuban (¡PATRIA Y VIDA!) via New York City.
    – I have one daughter and grandson.
    – Fast food? Mickey D's.
    – I live in NW DC.
    – I have a German Shepherd.]]>     2021-08-19 12:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685949980     Ms Sabre (she/her/hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950153 Highschool Humanities Support Teacher

    * I believe this will be my 5th year at DCI
    *  I have 7 pets (two dogs, two cats, one bearded dragon, one tortoise, and one guinea pig)
    * I like coffee in the morning, afternoon, evening, and night
    * I don't have many selfies or pics on my phone, because I am learning to use a new mirrorless Nikon camera]]>     2021-08-19 12:49:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950153     Ms. Akins https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950488 Rachel Akins (she/her/hers)
    12th grade counselor 

    This is my 4th year at DCI. I'm from Philadelphia and I currently live in Silver Spring. I love popcorn and have recently started drinking coffee every single morning. I'm an early bird. Fun fact: I'm 4'11'' :) ]]>     2021-08-19 12:49:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950488     Miss Carrie (she/her) carissahill1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950562 Name: Carissa  Hill
    Role: Library & Ed Tech Specialist
    2nd year at DCI
    Originally from PG County, Maryland
    I have a perfect, 1-year old dog named Sasha! 
    I live near Van Ness. ]]>     2021-08-19 12:49:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685950562     Mr. Reyes (He/Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685951895 Jose Reyes
    DP Film Teacher

    - Starting my 6th year at DCI
    - Girls Varsity Soccer Head Coach
    - Born in El Salvador, raised in PG County, MD
    - Coffee and Reese's Cup
    - #FreeBritney
    - Favorite colors are purple & mint green/Jade
    - Listened to 43,000 mins of music on Spotify last year; most on them were Lady Gaga's 'Rain on Me' on repeat]]>     2021-08-19 12:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685951895     Xiaomin 孙小敏 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685954860 Chinese teacher 
    5
    China
    2 kids
    One dog
    Fries
    Night owl
    Tea
    Silver Spring, Maryland

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:52:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685954860     Ms. Lewis (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685960095 My name is Tahoma Lewis. 
    I teach MYP I&S in French and English. 
    This is my second year at DCI.
    I was born and raised in Washington DC and Takoma Park. 
    I have 9 children (6 girls and 3 boys) and 9 grandchildren (2 girls and 7 boys).
    I consider myself to be an early bird during the week and a night owl on the weekends. 
    I currently live in St. Mary's County, MD. ]]>     2021-08-19 12:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685960095     Mrs. Mars Williams -Mrs. MW (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685961297 8th Grade Science 
    I am originally from the beautiful island state of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    I am both an early bird and a night owl
    My favorite morning beverage is tea]]>     2021-08-19 12:57:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685961297     Brother C (He, Him, His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685962562 *Brother C or Cam or Cj 
    *School Counselor (high school)
    *3
    *NC
    *No
    *No

    ]]>     2021-08-19 12:58:23 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685962562     Mr. Granados (he|him|his) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685968577 6th Grade Math
    - 5th year teaching at DCI
    - Native Washingtonian
    - Cyclist & Gunpla Builder
    - Live in Park View (NW DC)
    - MS Boys Soccer Coach + DCI Magic the Gathering Card Club
    - 2 Cats (Iktan & Yolotzin)]]>     2021-08-19 13:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685968577     Sra. López ( Ella/She/ Her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685970063  ¡¡¡¡¡¡HOLA!!!!!!   Orielena López-Ayón

    -MS IB Spanish Teacher
    - This is my 3rd year at DCI but my 20th year teaching.
    -I was born and raised in Cuba - (PATRIA Y VIDA 100%)
    - I LOVE  everything chocolate and rice and beans and café cubano and food.... I love food.
    - I LOVE to read too.
    - I live in DC with my husband and my son.
    - My son is 6 years old 
    - I am a night OWL]]>     2021-08-19 13:03:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685970063     Edward A Couther (He/Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685977452 This is my 2nd year at DCI
    18th year as an educator
    I have a 13 year old son and 17 year stepson
    Born and raised in Norfolk, Va 
    DJing is my new hobby 
    Kit Kats and M&Ms are my favorite snacks
    Im a blend of both ( early riser and a vamper)
    You can catch me with a BIG bottle of water
    Currently living in Catonsville, Md

    ]]>     2021-08-19 13:09:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685977452     Liu laoshi(Mickey) Middle school Chinese teacher https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685978048 -4th year at DCI
    -Live in DC
    -Love to eat Chocolate
    -Early bird
    -Love to drink Coffee in the morning]]>     2021-08-19 13:10:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685978048     Ms. Batallán (she, her, hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685979501 Odalis Batallán
    - special Education Teacher:7th and 8th-grade Humanities Support
    -4th year at DCI
    - N.Y.C. native and now in VA
    - 2 sons
    - love animals 
    - have a dog
    - love poetry



    ]]>     2021-08-19 13:11:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685979501     Mr. Song (He Him His) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685984856 -Won Song
    -Special Education Teacher
    -Born in South Korea, grew up mostly in Maryland
    -I am new to DCI!
    -I don’t drink coffee, no fav. Morning drink
    -I am too young to have kids]]>     2021-08-19 13:14:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1685984856     Ms. Sabrina (She/Her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686052079 Office Administrator 

    - Almost 2 years at DCI
    - DC born and raised babyyyy
    - NOOO kids!!
    - A crazy 7 month old pitbull
    - Takis/Hot cheetos/ Any hot chips really
    - Night owl, don't talk to me in the AM
    - Coffee, I drink it black
    - DC baby]]>     2021-08-19 13:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686052079     Papa Patel (Mr./Dr.Patel) shreyaspatel3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686138129 - He, Him, His
    - Shreyas Patel (Sh-Ray-us)
    - MYP Principles of Health Science (Brand New Course!)
    - DP Sports, Exercise, and Health Science SL Year 1
    - DP Sports, Exercise, and Health Science SL Year 2

    How many years have you worked at DCI?
    - I am starting my 3rd year at DCI, and my 16th year in education

    Where are you from originally?
    - Born and raised in Southeast London, but of Indian/East African descent.

    Are you an early bird or a night owl?
    - I don't sleep...so I am both!

    What is your favorite morning beverage?
    - Water, then coffee, then tea!

    Where do you live currently?
    - Columbia Heights (14th and Kenyon!)


    ]]>     2021-08-19 14:38:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686138129     Brian Barksdale (He,Him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686172792 Been at DCI for 4 years
    Discipline Specialist (HS)
    4 Children
    Live in Hyattsville Md
    DALLAS COWBOY FANATIC!!!

    ]]>     2021-08-19 14:57:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686172792     Ms. Paillet (𝛑-yay) (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686183606 IB Biology and IB Chemistry Teacher
    1 year at DCI
    From Colorado originally
    1 cat
    Night owl who loves New Mexican Food and caffeine in the morning]]>     2021-08-19 15:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686183606     Mr. Gass (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686225093 - I&S Teacher
    - 4th Year @ DCI
    - Native Washingtonian (NE baby!)
    - no kids but godfather to DJ (he’s 7!)
    - favorite snack: Oreos
    - morning drink: H20 or Coffee (2 creams 2 sugars some mocha) 
    - night owl (fun fact: born @ 3:33am) ]]>     2021-08-19 15:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686225093     Ms. Gomez (She/Her/Hers) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686283362 Hiyaaaa!
    -My name is Celia Gomez
    -Born in Brooklyn, New York but i'm a true Washingtonian!
    - No kiddos, but I do have two amazing god babies, one is pictured (Nova Noelle)
    -I have a chorkie by the name of Xpresso Dinero <3
    -This is my 2nd year here at DCI ^_^
    -I live in D.C
    - I'm a night owl on the weekends and an early bird during the weekdays! ]]>     2021-08-19 15:56:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686283362     Ms. Bri Anderson (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686434977 Hello DCI Crew! I am Bri Anderson, the new Mary’s Center School-Based Mental Health Therapist at DCI High School. I recently relocated from New York to Maryland with my girlfriend, and I am so excited to get to know my way around this amazing city more. It has been a pleasure meeting everyone that I’ve met so far, and I look very forward to meeting the rest of the folks I have not gotten a chance to chat with yet. Stop by my office anytime! Also open to any and all food, recreation, and event recommendations that anyone has for this area! Happy 2021-22 school year 🥳🎉]]> 2021-08-19 17:24:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686434977 Oscar Urízar-Gromsch (He, him) oscarurizargromsch https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686562676 Bilingual Special Education Administrative Assistant 

    I’m originally from Punta Arenas-Chile 🇨🇱, I moved to the US in 2011. I went to the University of Iowa (Public Health and Human Studies). 

    Dad of two lovable kids 

    0.5 years in DCI

    I love nature, photography, handcrafts, bicycle rides, traveling, PS4, cooking, and reading. 

    Coffee, green tea, 🧉 Yerba Mate 

    Fun fact: I got bitten twice by penguins 🐧 




    ]]>     2021-08-19 18:47:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1686562676     Ms. Whitted (she, her) yolandawhitted1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1688106583 Yolanda Whitted (she/her)
    HS English teacher(9)

    This is my fourth year at DCI. 
    I'm a native Chicagoan. Above all else, I am the mother of two incredibly fantastic sons (Jay'on--14, Jeremiah--26) and a vivacious, alpha female pup named Coco (she's gorgeous and she knows it). I adore my family.

    I am a proud English teacher in public, private and charter schools for nearly 18 years. 👩🏾‍🏫

    I  💖 my ancestors, myself, nature, my culture, my people, my peace and my profession. 💖

    My favorite things are:

    👩🏾‍🌾 gardening (I high key will become a backyard farmer soon)
    🎙 listening to music and singing Karaoke
    💃🏿 dancing like nobody's watching
    👩🏾‍🍳 👩🏾‍🎨 creating eclectic spices, foods, and designs
    🌲hiking
    ⛸ skating (four wheels only though)
    🧳 traveling 🇦🇪 🇴🇲 🇫🇷 🇵🇷 🇳🇱  🇧🇭 
    📚📕 learning
    🧘🏾‍♀️meditation 

    Overall, I enjoy life and appreciate those who choose to enjoy it with me. 🎉

    ]]>     2021-08-20 15:38:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1688106583     Ms. Iris ( she, her, ella ) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1691773162 -This is my 3rd year at DCI
    -2 boys 
    -I love my 2 cats ( Juice & Toffee )

    ]]>     2021-08-23 18:16:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1691773162     Mr. Mills https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1693519301 Paul Mills
    HS Special Education Teacher
    This is my 7th year at DCI
    I love biscuits and chocolate
    I am an early bird
    I live in Alexandria, Virginia with my dog and family

    ]]>     2021-08-24 12:47:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1693519301     Mrs. Jackson (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1694018925 -This is my first year at DCI
    -Originally from Richmond, VA
    -2 children
    -Peanut M&M's
    -Early bird
    -Currently live in Bowie]]>     2021-08-24 16:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1694018925     Mr. LG (he/him) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1712538434 -First year at DCI
    -Montreal by way of Chicago
    -night owl
    -green tea with mint]]>     2021-09-02 11:56:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1712538434     Ms. O’Hagan (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1716608054 Jane O’Hagan, Director of Counseling 
    - Year 4 at DCI
    - From Scaggsville, MD (also currently live in Scaggsville)
    - 3 giant dogs that I’m obsessed with (Otto, Roma, & Duke)
    - Need coffee to get through the day]]>     2021-09-04 13:30:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1716608054     Mr. Young (Zac Young, He/his/him) zacyoung https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1894783867 High School Aide
    Join DCI in November 2021
    Originally come from Shanghai
    Because family owns a ranch, I had many animals including almost 40 dogs when I was a kid. 
    I lived in Boulder Colorado for almost 2 years. 
    Currently lives in Germantown, north of Potomac. 
    Crazy Basketball fan, consider myself a basketball researcher. 
    Love History, Politics, and Philosophy. 
    Water and Tea, no coffee. 
    Favorite food is Beef Wellington.
    A die hard Night Owl. ]]>     2021-11-16 17:31:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1894783867     Arlisa Williams (she/her) arlisawilliams1_3 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1921466857 -4th year at DCI
    - Born in DC - moved to KY for middle school
    - 2 children: Alexander (14), Sebastian (11)
    - Favorite things: cooking, reading, hanging with my guys, museums and the beach
    - Night Owl for sure
    - So need coffee in the morning
    - Currently live in the District]]>     2021-11-30 21:45:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1921466857     Ms. Rosa (she/her) rosalopez19_2 https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1923050583 Hey everyone!
    My names Rosa I am new to DCI ☺️ 
    I have a Australian Shepard named Lia 
    I love hiking and swimming 
    I'm from Guatemala 🇬🇹
    Live in Maryland ]]>     2021-12-01 15:22:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1923050583     Ms. Kovacs (she/her) https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1927695486 Hi! I'm Sara Kovacs.  I started here at DCI in November.  I was previously abroad in DR Congo.  
    I've got two little girls that keep me busy! Josephine is 5 and Winnie is 4!  
    I like to stay active and I also like to sew.  
    I've always been interested in cultures and languages, so being an ELL teacher has been a natural fit!  
    I live in DC and love it here! ]]>     2021-12-03 16:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraflanagan1_3/dcidirectory2122/wish/1927695486