Department: Elementary
Emma Griffin
2nd GradeEmma Griffin
2nd GradeB.A., Framingham State University
I am so glad I found BCA! I spent two years working in education in Andover, MA, and I am currently working on my master’s degree through Framingham State University. I live in Wilmington, MA and I love to spend time with my family and friends! I love how BCA is a close-knit community. I really enjoy that the smaller class sizes allow me to connect with each student. In my past experiences, the classes I taught had between 18-23 students. Throughout my first weeks at BCA, I have realized that the connections and relationships I make with my students are going to be greatly impactful for the year ahead. I am looking forward to a great year in second grade!
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.”
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!”
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.
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.
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.
Sarah Gilbert
KindergartenSarah Gilbert
KindergartenSarah was a member of BCA’s inaugural high school class. After graduating from Eastern, Sarah taught pre-kindergarten and spent three years at an elementary school located in Boston, MA before joining us in 2020. She loves using creative and fun ideas to teach math, science, and English language arts! She is a big believer in learning through hands-on activities and play, all while intertwining healthy social-emotional skills. When she is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children. She loves to travel and spend time outdoors.
Shannon Granitsas
Art TeacherShannon Granitsas
Art TeacherB.M., Voice, Wheaton College
M.M., Opera, New England Conservatory
Shannon teaches visual arts from Kindergarten to 8th grade. Shannon endeavors to expose her students to a variety of artists outside of the most famous, including women, and a variety of cultures, eras and techniques. She challenges her students to try many different mediums, including weaving, pottery, sculpting, carving, printing, cutting, painting and drawing while applying the elements of art and design. Her goal is to create students who can connect art to other areas of their lives, such as math, history, politics, and science. As God has created us in His image, everyone has the capacity to create and to express personal viewpoint. When not teaching art Shannon leads a women’s bible study and teaches VBS. Shannon lives in Groveland, MA, she has three sons, who all attend BCA.
Natalie Simmons
Executive Assistant of the Lower SchoolNatalie Simmons
Executive Assistant of the Lower SchoolNatalie is based at the Lower School and manages the front office as well as provides administrative support to our Lower School principal.