Department: Elementary
Elise LoSardo
Performing Arts, BibleElise LoSardo
Performing Arts, BibleB.A., Gordon College
Elise LoSardo directs Performing Arts at BCA. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Biblical Studies from Gordon College. While at Gordon, she performed major roles in Steel Magnolias and My Favorite Year. She also hosted Gordon’s late night comedy show, Exit 17 Live. In addition, Ms. LoSardo has worked in technical support and marketing for various theatrical productions. An avid filmmaker, Ms. LoSardo believes in the power of story telling and her goal is to utilize her “love for all kinds of art and all kinds of stories…” to help our students “find the stories they want to tell.”
John Darling
Physical EducationJohn Darling
Physical EducationJohn Darling will teach physical education for grades K through 5. Mr. Darling has over 20 years of experience as a personal trainer from ages 8 and up, and he holds Personal Training Certification from the American Fitness & Aerobics Association. Mr. Darling is a strong advocate for wholistic health including good nutrition, targeted fitness goals, and training in the benefits of maintaining healthy bodies to contribute to quality of life. Mr. Darling tells us, “Health and fitness is my passion and I look forward to sharing this passion as a physical education teacher for BCA’s elementary program.”
Calista Resendes
3rd GradeCalista Resendes
3rd GradeB.S. Framingham State University
Ms. Resendes is a graduate of Framingham State University where she earned a Bachelor’s of Science Child and Family Studies + Coordinate in Elementary Education and obtained teaching certification for grades 1 through 6. Ms. Resendes has served as a long-term substitute teacher, tutor, and assistant coordinator for a children’s after school program. She tells us that, “Throughout my life I have always wanted to connect my two passions which is teaching young students and my faith in our lord and savior Jesus Christ.”
Ann Fugate
5th GradeAnn Fugate
5th GradeB.A. English literature, University of Tennessee M.Ed. UT (Knoxville)
Ann is from Tennessee but has lived in MA since 2009. She love water parks and spending time at the beach, hanging out with friends and family, reading, baking, exercising and travel. Ann lives in Amesbury with her husband and four sons. She love teaching 5th grade because she says “it is the most fun age!”
Amanda Lemieux
Academic Support CoordinatorAmanda Lemieux
Academic Support CoordinatorAmanda has a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan College, and a Masters in Special Education from Simmons College. She previously worked at both the Landmark School and Lexington High School. Amanda is also a Patient/Family Advocate at Boston Children’s Hospital Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Program and with the CF Learning Network. In her free time, she loves to go running and is always willing to go on a fun adventure. Amanda lives in Peabody with her husband, two sons, and dog. Both of Amanda’s sons attend BCA!
Scott Sullivan
Elementary Divison LeaderScott Sullivan
Elementary Divison LeaderScott Sullivan graduated from University of New Hampshire with a B.A. in Communications. Prior to teaching Scott worked for Franciscan Children’s Hospital and D.F. Sullivan & Associates. He has also done work for the Perkins School for the Blind and coached AAU baseball. Scott has been the owner and operator of his own painting business since 2005. Scott discovered his calling to education as a Sunday school teacher at Hope Church where he has taught for the past eight years. Scott says he knows he has found his true vocation when he sees the eyes of a child light up with discovery. He is certified in Elementary Education, Grades 1-6 in MA and is pursing his dual Masters in Elementary Education and Moderate Disabilities from Gordon College. He lives in Amesbury with his wife and two children and is an active member of Hope Church in Newburyport, MA.
Sonja Williams
2nd GradeSonja Williams
2nd GradeB.S., Early Childhood Education, Gordon College
Sonja has her BS in Early Childhood Education from Gordon College with a concentration in Special Education. Prior to joining BCA she taught summer school for Melrose Public Schools in their integrated preschool program. Sonja did her student teaching with BCA and is excited to be back. In the classroom, she places importance on social emotional learning to help students comprehend their emotions, to feel those emotions fully, and demonstrate empathy for others. In her free time, Sonja enjoys reading, crafting, and gardening.
Jenneth Scharlach
4th GradeJenneth Scharlach
4th GradeB.S., Elementary Education and Sociology, Gordon College
Previous to joining the Bradford staff, Jenneth Scharlach taught for eight years at Boxford Academy in Boxford, Massachusetts. During that time, Mrs. Scharlach taught first grade, fourth grade, fifth grade, and sixth grade classes. She also taught Latin to grades 2-8 and general music for grades K-8. At Bradford, Mrs. Scharlach teaches our 4th grade class. She is a founding member of the BCA faculty since the school’s opening in 2004. She is an active member of Byfield Parish Church in Georgetown, MA. Mrs. Scharlach grew up in Georgetown and lives there with her husband and son.
Gayle Lynch
1st GradeGayle Lynch
1st GradeB.A. Elementary Education, Maryville College
Gayle Lynch graduated from Maryville College with a B.A. in Elementary Education. She taught 2nd grade in Canton, Georgia for four years before moving to New England. Committed to helping children, Gayle has been involved in a wide variety of educational activities over the years, including teaching Sunday School and Missionettes, starting and leading a pre-school playgroup, being one of the founding families of Imajine That, and home educating her children for 10 years. She is Massachusetts certified in Early Childhood and Elementary Education as well as a Highly Qualified Teacher in New Hampshire. As an experienced educator with a passion for teaching, Gayle teaches the 1stgrade class at Bradford. She is an active member of Rockingham Christian Church in Salem, NH, where she resides with her husband and three children.
Gina McKeown
MusicGina McKeown
MusicBachelors of Music Ed., Illinois Wesleyan University
Master of Music, Illinois State University
Gina McKeown graduated with honors from Illinois State University with a Masters of Music and Illinois
Wesleyan University with a Bachelors of Music Education. Her concentrations were Choral Education, Music Therapy and her primary instruments were piano and voice. In addition to teaching music at BCA, Gina runs a private music studio and teaches piano, voice, and ukulele to students of all ages. Gina was previously the Creative Arts Director of the Dorothea Dix Hospital Creative Arts Therapies department in Raleigh NC. In 2015, Gina co-founded the Greater Newburyport Children’s Chorus and serves currently as the Music Director, serving youth in grades 2-12. She was the Music Director of Clinton Presbyterian Church in Illinois and currently serves as a substitute pianist for area churches as needed. Gina resides in Newburyport MA with her husband, 4 children, 3 cats, and her dog.