Staff
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Founder/Head of SchoolJamie acknowledges that learning difficulties in her youth limited her ability to thrive in an academic setting at a young age. Without assistance, she needed to work diligently on her own to navigate her learning challenges and develop individual methods for success. Self-driven, Jamie completed her primary and secondary schooling and enrolled at Towson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Building on her own experiences, Jamie has worked her entire career with students encountering learning difficulties, including dyslexia. The more students she assisted, the more she realized their need for a high level of individualized attention to acquire basic skills in reading, writing and math. Students need to learn at a pace they are comfortable with, through methods that help them understand, progress and thrive.
Jamie earned a law degree and spent the next five years advocating for these students. They deserve an opportunity to succeed and flourish. “Not every child can figure it out on their own,” she says. “I just have a real heart for children who struggle and know it doesn’t have to be that way.”
As an attorney, Jamie worked with families, advocating for the services that were required for their children to be literate in the public school system. Nine of her students needed an alternative approach to learning, and their parents could not find a school that would adequately serve their children. Helping with the process, Jamie found a building and opened the Legacy School in 2011. She planned to continue her legal practice, advocating for students with learning difficulties. Instead, she has done so as founder of the Legacy School, which has grown in its first 10 years to a population of 80 students, with construction underway for the fourth building to accommodate anticipated growth to more than 110 students in 2021.
A Fun Fact about Jamie: I love to jet ski!
Founding Teacher and Director of FacultyKaye Saracino has been an integral part of the Legacy School since its inception. After five years in the public school system, Kaye taught at the Friendship School, a school for dyslexic children in Eldersburg that closed in 2011. Recognizing the unique needs of the students with dyslexia, Kaye was part of the team that founded the Legacy School. Kaye earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Towson University and holds certification from Orton-Gillingham (60-hour course), Visualizing and Verbalizing, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program (LiPS), Paragraphology, and Framing Your Thoughts. As director of faculty, Kaye concentrates on analyzing how the school meets the individual goals of each student and adapts curriculum, staffing and scheduling to provide the interventions required to accommodate their needs.
“Legacy was established to creatively meet the academic, social and emotional needs of students who learn differently and have great potential to make a real difference in the world,” she says. “Every day, I work to do a better job than the day before, and help everyone from administration to the youngest student in the building plan, execute, reflect and grow.”
A Fun Fact about Kaye: I have taught every subject at Legacy, other than specials.
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School CoordinatorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Melissa: I lived in Maine for the last four years.
Why Legacy: I love the ‘small’ school feel of Legacy and I am enjoying the tasks of a school coordinator.
Business ManagerTina Lindner joined the Legacy School in 2020 as business manager. With more than 14 years of experience in accounting and finance, Tina coordinates the entire financial operation of the Legacy School, maintaining all financial records, coordinating student billing and payment systems, managing payroll and human resources, and continuing relationships with and paying vendors. Tina earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Shippensburg State University and an MBA from Loyola University. She started her career with Arthur Andersen and spent time as a corporate controller and headhunter. She also held positions as a paraeducator and day care provider in the past.
“Legacy is an amazing place. Thinking about what we accomplish for these students, we’re giving them a leg up in life that they couldn’t receive elsewhere. To be part of that is really an honor.”
A Fun Fact about Tina: I love the beach!
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School CounselorKristen Goodreau is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and national certified counselor (NCC) serving students at the Legacy School since 2017. Kristen earned a B.A. from McDaniel College and M.Ed. from Loyola University Maryland, and an advanced certificate in clinical counseling from Loyola University Maryland. She began her career as a mental health therapist in a school-based program in Baltimore City for eight years.. At Legacy, she works individually with students to meet their mental health needs to ensure they are available for learning. She also administers classroom counseling and social lessons to address social-emotional learning with interactive multi-sensory lessons about a variety of topics like empathy, compassion, self-esteem, friendships, and more, for all grades. She utilizes curricula from Second Step for younger students and imparts American School Counselor Association standards for older age groups.
“I love our Legacy students, faculty, and community and helping our students' social emotional well-being,” she says.
A Fun Fact about Kristen: I played on my college soccer team as an outside midfielder and forward.
Speech-Language PathologistLaurie Zukerberg is a licensed speech-language pathologist serving students at the Legacy School since 2011. Laurie is trained in PROMPT, Orton-Gillingham, Visualizing and Verbalizing (Lindamood-Bell), and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Towson University. Her practice philosophy is “fast as we can, slow as we must,” and she individualizes goals for each student based upon their speech and language needs, allowing students to set the pace of lessons. All students are treated with the same long-term goal in mind- targeting the whole child and preparing them with the articulation, language and social skills needed to succeed beyond the walls of the Legacy School. Prior to Legacy, Laurie worked in a similar capacity at the Gateway School in the Hearing and Speech Agency, Friendship School in Eldersburg, and Trellis Services in Hunt Valley. Previously, she ran a small private practice from her home office.
“Legacy is an amazing place where transformations happen over time. We focus on the whole-student and offer a true team approach,” she says. “Legacy School is the greatest gift that you can give your child.”
A Fun Fact about Laurie: I have never been an “animal” person. I have always been a “kid” person! I always joked that I would have 10 kids before having a dog. My family wore me down and now I can’t imagine life without Cody!
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Founder/Head of School
Jamie acknowledges that learning difficulties in her youth limited her ability to thrive in an academic setting at a young age. Without assistance, she needed to work diligently on her own to navigate her learning challenges and develop individual methods for success. Self-driven, Jamie completed her primary and secondary schooling and enrolled at Towson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Building on her own experiences, Jamie has worked her entire career with students encountering learning difficulties, including dyslexia. The more students she assisted, the more she realized their need for a high level of individualized attention to acquire basic skills in reading, writing and math. Students need to learn at a pace they are comfortable with, through methods that help them understand, progress and thrive.
Jamie earned a law degree and spent the next five years advocating for these students. They deserve an opportunity to succeed and flourish. “Not every child can figure it out on their own,” she says. “I just have a real heart for children who struggle and know it doesn’t have to be that way.”
As an attorney, Jamie worked with families, advocating for the services that were required for their children to be literate in the public school system. Nine of her students needed an alternative approach to learning, and their parents could not find a school that would adequately serve their children. Helping with the process, Jamie found a building and opened the Legacy School in 2011. She planned to continue her legal practice, advocating for students with learning difficulties. Instead, she has done so as founder of the Legacy School, which has grown in its first 10 years to a population of 80 students, with construction underway for the fourth building to accommodate anticipated growth to more than 110 students in 2021.
A Fun Fact about Jamie: I love to jet ski!
Founding Teacher and Director of FacultyKaye Saracino has been an integral part of the Legacy School since its inception. After five years in the public school system, Kaye taught at the Friendship School, a school for dyslexic children in Eldersburg that closed in 2011. Recognizing the unique needs of the students with dyslexia, Kaye was part of the team that founded the Legacy School. Kaye earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Towson University and holds certification from Orton-Gillingham (60-hour course), Visualizing and Verbalizing, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program (LiPS), Paragraphology, and Framing Your Thoughts. As director of faculty, Kaye concentrates on analyzing how the school meets the individual goals of each student and adapts curriculum, staffing and scheduling to provide the interventions required to accommodate their needs.
“Legacy was established to creatively meet the academic, social and emotional needs of students who learn differently and have great potential to make a real difference in the world,” she says. “Every day, I work to do a better job than the day before, and help everyone from administration to the youngest student in the building plan, execute, reflect and grow.”
A Fun Fact about Kaye: I have taught every subject at Legacy, other than specials.
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School Coordinator
At Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Melissa: I lived in Maine for the last four years.
Why Legacy: I love the ‘small’ school feel of Legacy and I am enjoying the tasks of a school coordinator.
Business ManagerTina Lindner joined the Legacy School in 2020 as business manager. With more than 14 years of experience in accounting and finance, Tina coordinates the entire financial operation of the Legacy School, maintaining all financial records, coordinating student billing and payment systems, managing payroll and human resources, and continuing relationships with and paying vendors. Tina earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Shippensburg State University and an MBA from Loyola University. She started her career with Arthur Andersen and spent time as a corporate controller and headhunter. She also held positions as a paraeducator and day care provider in the past.
“Legacy is an amazing place. Thinking about what we accomplish for these students, we’re giving them a leg up in life that they couldn’t receive elsewhere. To be part of that is really an honor.”
A Fun Fact about Tina: I love the beach!
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School Counselor
Kristen Goodreau is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and national certified counselor (NCC) serving students at the Legacy School since 2017. Kristen earned a B.A. from McDaniel College and M.Ed. from Loyola University Maryland, and an advanced certificate in clinical counseling from Loyola University Maryland. She began her career as a mental health therapist in a school-based program in Baltimore City for eight years.. At Legacy, she works individually with students to meet their mental health needs to ensure they are available for learning. She also administers classroom counseling and social lessons to address social-emotional learning with interactive multi-sensory lessons about a variety of topics like empathy, compassion, self-esteem, friendships, and more, for all grades. She utilizes curricula from Second Step for younger students and imparts American School Counselor Association standards for older age groups.
“I love our Legacy students, faculty, and community and helping our students' social emotional well-being,” she says.
A Fun Fact about Kristen: I played on my college soccer team as an outside midfielder and forward.
Speech-Language PathologistLaurie Zukerberg is a licensed speech-language pathologist serving students at the Legacy School since 2011. Laurie is trained in PROMPT, Orton-Gillingham, Visualizing and Verbalizing (Lindamood-Bell), and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Towson University. Her practice philosophy is “fast as we can, slow as we must,” and she individualizes goals for each student based upon their speech and language needs, allowing students to set the pace of lessons. All students are treated with the same long-term goal in mind- targeting the whole child and preparing them with the articulation, language and social skills needed to succeed beyond the walls of the Legacy School. Prior to Legacy, Laurie worked in a similar capacity at the Gateway School in the Hearing and Speech Agency, Friendship School in Eldersburg, and Trellis Services in Hunt Valley. Previously, she ran a small private practice from her home office.
“Legacy is an amazing place where transformations happen over time. We focus on the whole-student and offer a true team approach,” she says. “Legacy School is the greatest gift that you can give your child.”
A Fun Fact about Laurie: I have never been an “animal” person. I have always been a “kid” person! I always joked that I would have 10 kids before having a dog. My family wore me down and now I can’t imagine life without Cody!
Administration
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Founder/Head of School
Jamie acknowledges that learning difficulties in her youth limited her ability to thrive in an academic setting at a young age. Without assistance, she needed to work diligently on her own to navigate her learning challenges and develop individual methods for success. Self-driven, Jamie completed her primary and secondary schooling and enrolled at Towson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Building on her own experiences, Jamie has worked her entire career with students encountering learning difficulties, including dyslexia. The more students she assisted, the more she realized their need for a high level of individualized attention to acquire basic skills in reading, writing and math. Students need to learn at a pace they are comfortable with, through methods that help them understand, progress and thrive.
Jamie earned a law degree and spent the next five years advocating for these students. They deserve an opportunity to succeed and flourish. “Not every child can figure it out on their own,” she says. “I just have a real heart for children who struggle and know it doesn’t have to be that way.”
As an attorney, Jamie worked with families, advocating for the services that were required for their children to be literate in the public school system. Nine of her students needed an alternative approach to learning, and their parents could not find a school that would adequately serve their children. Helping with the process, Jamie found a building and opened the Legacy School in 2011. She planned to continue her legal practice, advocating for students with learning difficulties. Instead, she has done so as founder of the Legacy School, which has grown in its first 10 years to a population of 80 students, with construction underway for the fourth building to accommodate anticipated growth to more than 110 students in 2021.
A Fun Fact about Jamie: I love to jet ski!
Founding Teacher and Director of FacultyKaye Saracino has been an integral part of the Legacy School since its inception. After five years in the public school system, Kaye taught at the Friendship School, a school for dyslexic children in Eldersburg that closed in 2011. Recognizing the unique needs of the students with dyslexia, Kaye was part of the team that founded the Legacy School. Kaye earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Towson University and holds certification from Orton-Gillingham (60-hour course), Visualizing and Verbalizing, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program (LiPS), Paragraphology, and Framing Your Thoughts. As director of faculty, Kaye concentrates on analyzing how the school meets the individual goals of each student and adapts curriculum, staffing and scheduling to provide the interventions required to accommodate their needs.
“Legacy was established to creatively meet the academic, social and emotional needs of students who learn differently and have great potential to make a real difference in the world,” she says. “Every day, I work to do a better job than the day before, and help everyone from administration to the youngest student in the building plan, execute, reflect and grow.”
A Fun Fact about Kaye: I have taught every subject at Legacy, other than specials.
Administrative Support
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School Coordinator
At Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Melissa: I lived in Maine for the last four years.
Why Legacy: I love the ‘small’ school feel of Legacy and I am enjoying the tasks of a school coordinator.
Business ManagerTina Lindner joined the Legacy School in 2020 as business manager. With more than 14 years of experience in accounting and finance, Tina coordinates the entire financial operation of the Legacy School, maintaining all financial records, coordinating student billing and payment systems, managing payroll and human resources, and continuing relationships with and paying vendors. Tina earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Shippensburg State University and an MBA from Loyola University. She started her career with Arthur Andersen and spent time as a corporate controller and headhunter. She also held positions as a paraeducator and day care provider in the past.
“Legacy is an amazing place. Thinking about what we accomplish for these students, we’re giving them a leg up in life that they couldn’t receive elsewhere. To be part of that is really an honor.”
A Fun Fact about Tina: I love the beach!
Related Services Provider
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School Counselor
Kristen Goodreau is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and national certified counselor (NCC) serving students at the Legacy School since 2017. Kristen earned a B.A. from McDaniel College and M.Ed. from Loyola University Maryland, and an advanced certificate in clinical counseling from Loyola University Maryland. She began her career as a mental health therapist in a school-based program in Baltimore City for eight years.. At Legacy, she works individually with students to meet their mental health needs to ensure they are available for learning. She also administers classroom counseling and social lessons to address social-emotional learning with interactive multi-sensory lessons about a variety of topics like empathy, compassion, self-esteem, friendships, and more, for all grades. She utilizes curricula from Second Step for younger students and imparts American School Counselor Association standards for older age groups.
“I love our Legacy students, faculty, and community and helping our students' social emotional well-being,” she says.
A Fun Fact about Kristen: I played on my college soccer team as an outside midfielder and forward.
Speech-Language PathologistLaurie Zukerberg is a licensed speech-language pathologist serving students at the Legacy School since 2011. Laurie is trained in PROMPT, Orton-Gillingham, Visualizing and Verbalizing (Lindamood-Bell), and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Towson University. Her practice philosophy is “fast as we can, slow as we must,” and she individualizes goals for each student based upon their speech and language needs, allowing students to set the pace of lessons. All students are treated with the same long-term goal in mind- targeting the whole child and preparing them with the articulation, language and social skills needed to succeed beyond the walls of the Legacy School. Prior to Legacy, Laurie worked in a similar capacity at the Gateway School in the Hearing and Speech Agency, Friendship School in Eldersburg, and Trellis Services in Hunt Valley. Previously, she ran a small private practice from her home office.
“Legacy is an amazing place where transformations happen over time. We focus on the whole-student and offer a true team approach,” she says. “Legacy School is the greatest gift that you can give your child.”
A Fun Fact about Laurie: I have never been an “animal” person. I have always been a “kid” person! I always joked that I would have 10 kids before having a dog. My family wore me down and now I can’t imagine life without Cody!
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Head of TutoringAt Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Liz: I had a precious little girl during the pandemic.
Founding Teacher and Social Studies Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Certification: Certified Early Childhood Educator
Why do you teach: I fell in love with books listening to my dad read and hanging out in his book bindery.
Head of MathAt Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Britt: I started at Legacy right out of college and now I am a department head of math.
Writing Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2017 Education: B.S., Florida State University; M.A., Lesley University Certification: Certified in the Hardman Technique from the Dyslexia Research Institute A Fun Fact about Tara: I’m a die-hard college football fan (Go Seminoles!)
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Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Excelsior College
A Fun Fact about Alicia: My husband and I drove our six children across the country in a minivan and camped while visiting a lot of landmarks along the way.
Why Legacy: I love the fact that the Legacy School teaches the whole child and meets their social, emotional and academic needs.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Alli: I have a twin brother.
Primary Teacher AideAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Community College of Baltimore County
A Fun Fact about Amelia: Recently bought a house and got engaged.
Why Legacy: As a child, I benefited from attending speech classes and wanted to help other children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Catholic University of America; M.SpEd., University of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Colleen: My husband and I are walking the entire C and O canal in sections. We are more than 60% complete...that is over 120 miles.
Why Legacy: I am thrilled to be able to work in small groups and have the opportunity to connect with each student.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Arizona State University; M.A., Towson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Danielle: I have been to Disney World 24 times.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, we are able to meet each child where they are and help them to grow as learners.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College
Certifications: Orton-Gillingham certification, Montessori Teacher Training
A Fun Fact about Elizabeth: Pitbulls are my favorite breed of dog. I have two!
Primary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., College of Notre Dame of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Erin: I used to live in California and went surfing a lot.
Why Legacy: Legacy is a welcoming and loving place for students.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University of Virginia; M.Ed., James Madison University; M.A., Regent College in Vancouver
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Esther: I love exploring different types of food! Some of my favorite cuisines hail from Korea, India, Japan, Spain, the Middle East, and Ethiopia.
Why Legacy: I love journeying alongside each student, knowing their stories, meeting them where they are, and leading them to greater success.
Art TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2014
A Fun Fact about Jen: I love supernatural and love stories. I am a hopeless romantic.
Why Legacy: I love the students’ imagination and creativity. They make me smile.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson University
A Fun Fact about Jennifer: I had a Beauceron named Bosco that was trained in German.
Why Legacy: I believe that small class sizes and daily tutoring is beneficial for students.
Intermediate TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Jenny: I have a twin brother.
Why Legacy: I am super excited to get to connect with all my students and enrich their knowledge through individualized lessons and meaningful connections.
B.E.S.T. TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson State University; M.A., McDaniel College; 30 + beyond M.A., Walden University
Certification: Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate, Administrator I, Administrator II
A Fun Fact about Joseph: I was once a broadcaster on the radio.
Why Legacy: The Legacy School is focused on the individual student recognizing that everyone is a different learner and committed to each student to succeed at reaching their learning goals.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Elizabeth City State University
A Fun Fact about Joshua: I worked with the Forest Service to fight fires.
Why Legacy: The Legacy school has a strong, cohesive, and supportive faculty perfect for first year teachers.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2019
Education: B.A., Liberty University
A Fun Fact about Kara: Virtual teaching has helped me teach all the way from Savannah, Georgia!
Why Legacy: Legacy is the way to go! Here, you can see that the needs of the students are the top priority.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Eastern University
A Fun Fact about Karen: I lived in Massachusetts for 3 years.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Kenyon College; J.D., University of Baltimore Law School
Certification: Orton-Gillingham; Multi-Sensory training; University of London course - Supporting Children with Difficulties in Reading and Writing
A Fun Fact about Kathryn: I love to bake.
Why Legacy: I enjoy finding that which is special in each student.
Primary Plus TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Franklin and Marshall College
A Fun Fact about Laura: I'm a big animal lover! I have two guinea pigs, one rabbit, and one cat at home.
Why Legacy: I believe in personalized education that allows each child to learn to their best ability.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Dickinson College; M.A., George Washington University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Lorie: I spent a year living in Israel.
Why Legacy: Legacy is an amazing place to work with creative children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University College London; A.A.S., Cambridge College of Arts and Technology
A Fun Fact about Lorraine: I love being outdoors and taking photographs of nature!
Why Legacy: I really enjoy seeing students gain confidence and realize their full potential. The Legacy school offers a nurturing and supportive learning environment where students can flourish!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College; M.A., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton Gillingham 1; Orton GIllingham 1 MADAY/Dyslexia Tutoring; Phonographixs; Framing Your Thoughts
A Fun Fact about Lydia: I sew all my Halloween costumes and then scrapbook about it too!
Why Legacy: Teaching students with language-based learning differences is my lifelong passion. I am so honored to be working with you!
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Megan: I once slept with sharks at the National Aquarium.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, I work one-on-one with my students at their own pace. We take the time needed to make sure they have mastered a skill, before we introduce a new one.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Arizona State University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Michaela: I love to enjoy the outdoors and go hiking with my dog, Jenny, who is a rescue from Thailand.
Literature TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., UMBC
A Fun Fact about Michelle: I'm pretty fluent in Spanish.
Why Legacy: I have 4 years of experience teaching middle school language arts in Frederick County Public Schools. I believe that small class sizes are crucial to student success, so I'm very pleased with Legacy's class sizes.
Physical Education TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2018
Education: B.S., Frostburg State University
A Fun Fact about Missy: I have six kids of my own!
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Mt. St. Mary’s University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Orton Gillingham Multisensory Learning
A Fun Fact about Molly: I was a Division One Cheerleader.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham 60 Hour Training
A Fun Fact about Rachel: I have been to 30 different states and 8 different countries.
Why Legacy: I love the students, families, and staff. Everyone is so warm and welcoming and it feels like a family. I love working with students one-on-one and getting to know each and every student on a deeper, more meaningful level.
Front Desk Manager, Tour Guide and School MascotAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.S. Bark University
A Fun Fact about Reishi: I’m a Japanese Chin
Why Legacy: I love when the students read to me. I’m happy to wipe their tears if they’re upset. My favorite days are dress up days!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.A., University of North Florida
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
Why Legacy: I love music and theater. I love being able to create lessons tailored to the needs of the students.
Instructional AssistantAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Carroll Community College
A Fun Fact about Shanelle: I once met Will Smith and Lin Manuel Miranda (creator of Hamilton) on the same day.
Why Legacy: I love being apart of a small community school that focuses on the core needs of each individual student. I love the fact that every students success is our goal and once achieved is celebrated.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: Associate of Arts Degree, Cecil College; B.S. in Early Childhood Education, Wilmington University
A Fun Fact about Taylor: I climbed Mt. Washington in New Hampshire, which is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States!
Why Legacy: I chose the Legacy school because I want to help students achieve their goals and make everything they want/dream possible.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Towson University; M.A.T., Walden University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Wilson Reading System (WRS) trained, Fundations Level 2
A Fun Fact about Tiffanie: In my free time, I volunteer for a foster-based dog and cat rescue (Reach Out Rescue & Resources).
Tutor/Music TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., Washington College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham certification
A Fun Fact about Trevor: I’ve been a professional musician for over half my life.
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Head of Tutoring
At Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Liz: I had a precious little girl during the pandemic.
Founding Teacher and Social Studies Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Certification: Certified Early Childhood Educator
Why do you teach: I fell in love with books listening to my dad read and hanging out in his book bindery.
Head of MathAt Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Britt: I started at Legacy right out of college and now I am a department head of math.
Writing Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2017 Education: B.S., Florida State University; M.A., Lesley University Certification: Certified in the Hardman Technique from the Dyslexia Research Institute A Fun Fact about Tara: I’m a die-hard college football fan (Go Seminoles!)
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Math Teacher
At Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Excelsior College
A Fun Fact about Alicia: My husband and I drove our six children across the country in a minivan and camped while visiting a lot of landmarks along the way.
Why Legacy: I love the fact that the Legacy School teaches the whole child and meets their social, emotional and academic needs.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Alli: I have a twin brother.
Primary Teacher AideAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Community College of Baltimore County
A Fun Fact about Amelia: Recently bought a house and got engaged.
Why Legacy: As a child, I benefited from attending speech classes and wanted to help other children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Catholic University of America; M.SpEd., University of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Colleen: My husband and I are walking the entire C and O canal in sections. We are more than 60% complete...that is over 120 miles.
Why Legacy: I am thrilled to be able to work in small groups and have the opportunity to connect with each student.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Arizona State University; M.A., Towson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Danielle: I have been to Disney World 24 times.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, we are able to meet each child where they are and help them to grow as learners.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College
Certifications: Orton-Gillingham certification, Montessori Teacher Training
A Fun Fact about Elizabeth: Pitbulls are my favorite breed of dog. I have two!
Primary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., College of Notre Dame of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Erin: I used to live in California and went surfing a lot.
Why Legacy: Legacy is a welcoming and loving place for students.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University of Virginia; M.Ed., James Madison University; M.A., Regent College in Vancouver
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Esther: I love exploring different types of food! Some of my favorite cuisines hail from Korea, India, Japan, Spain, the Middle East, and Ethiopia.
Why Legacy: I love journeying alongside each student, knowing their stories, meeting them where they are, and leading them to greater success.
Art TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2014
A Fun Fact about Jen: I love supernatural and love stories. I am a hopeless romantic.
Why Legacy: I love the students’ imagination and creativity. They make me smile.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson University
A Fun Fact about Jennifer: I had a Beauceron named Bosco that was trained in German.
Why Legacy: I believe that small class sizes and daily tutoring is beneficial for students.
Intermediate TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Jenny: I have a twin brother.
Why Legacy: I am super excited to get to connect with all my students and enrich their knowledge through individualized lessons and meaningful connections.
B.E.S.T. TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson State University; M.A., McDaniel College; 30 + beyond M.A., Walden University
Certification: Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate, Administrator I, Administrator II
A Fun Fact about Joseph: I was once a broadcaster on the radio.
Why Legacy: The Legacy School is focused on the individual student recognizing that everyone is a different learner and committed to each student to succeed at reaching their learning goals.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Elizabeth City State University
A Fun Fact about Joshua: I worked with the Forest Service to fight fires.
Why Legacy: The Legacy school has a strong, cohesive, and supportive faculty perfect for first year teachers.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2019
Education: B.A., Liberty University
A Fun Fact about Kara: Virtual teaching has helped me teach all the way from Savannah, Georgia!
Why Legacy: Legacy is the way to go! Here, you can see that the needs of the students are the top priority.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Eastern University
A Fun Fact about Karen: I lived in Massachusetts for 3 years.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Kenyon College; J.D., University of Baltimore Law School
Certification: Orton-Gillingham; Multi-Sensory training; University of London course - Supporting Children with Difficulties in Reading and Writing
A Fun Fact about Kathryn: I love to bake.
Why Legacy: I enjoy finding that which is special in each student.
Primary Plus TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Franklin and Marshall College
A Fun Fact about Laura: I'm a big animal lover! I have two guinea pigs, one rabbit, and one cat at home.
Why Legacy: I believe in personalized education that allows each child to learn to their best ability.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Dickinson College; M.A., George Washington University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Lorie: I spent a year living in Israel.
Why Legacy: Legacy is an amazing place to work with creative children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University College London; A.A.S., Cambridge College of Arts and Technology
A Fun Fact about Lorraine: I love being outdoors and taking photographs of nature!
Why Legacy: I really enjoy seeing students gain confidence and realize their full potential. The Legacy school offers a nurturing and supportive learning environment where students can flourish!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College; M.A., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton Gillingham 1; Orton GIllingham 1 MADAY/Dyslexia Tutoring; Phonographixs; Framing Your Thoughts
A Fun Fact about Lydia: I sew all my Halloween costumes and then scrapbook about it too!
Why Legacy: Teaching students with language-based learning differences is my lifelong passion. I am so honored to be working with you!
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Megan: I once slept with sharks at the National Aquarium.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, I work one-on-one with my students at their own pace. We take the time needed to make sure they have mastered a skill, before we introduce a new one.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Arizona State University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Michaela: I love to enjoy the outdoors and go hiking with my dog, Jenny, who is a rescue from Thailand.
Literature TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., UMBC
A Fun Fact about Michelle: I'm pretty fluent in Spanish.
Why Legacy: I have 4 years of experience teaching middle school language arts in Frederick County Public Schools. I believe that small class sizes are crucial to student success, so I'm very pleased with Legacy's class sizes.
Physical Education TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2018
Education: B.S., Frostburg State University
A Fun Fact about Missy: I have six kids of my own!
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Mt. St. Mary’s University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Orton Gillingham Multisensory Learning
A Fun Fact about Molly: I was a Division One Cheerleader.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham 60 Hour Training
A Fun Fact about Rachel: I have been to 30 different states and 8 different countries.
Why Legacy: I love the students, families, and staff. Everyone is so warm and welcoming and it feels like a family. I love working with students one-on-one and getting to know each and every student on a deeper, more meaningful level.
Front Desk Manager, Tour Guide and School MascotAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.S. Bark University
A Fun Fact about Reishi: I’m a Japanese Chin
Why Legacy: I love when the students read to me. I’m happy to wipe their tears if they’re upset. My favorite days are dress up days!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.A., University of North Florida
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
Why Legacy: I love music and theater. I love being able to create lessons tailored to the needs of the students.
Instructional AssistantAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Carroll Community College
A Fun Fact about Shanelle: I once met Will Smith and Lin Manuel Miranda (creator of Hamilton) on the same day.
Why Legacy: I love being apart of a small community school that focuses on the core needs of each individual student. I love the fact that every students success is our goal and once achieved is celebrated.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: Associate of Arts Degree, Cecil College; B.S. in Early Childhood Education, Wilmington University
A Fun Fact about Taylor: I climbed Mt. Washington in New Hampshire, which is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States!
Why Legacy: I chose the Legacy school because I want to help students achieve their goals and make everything they want/dream possible.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Towson University; M.A.T., Walden University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Wilson Reading System (WRS) trained, Fundations Level 2
A Fun Fact about Tiffanie: In my free time, I volunteer for a foster-based dog and cat rescue (Reach Out Rescue & Resources).
Tutor/Music TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., Washington College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham certification
A Fun Fact about Trevor: I’ve been a professional musician for over half my life.
Department Heads
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Head of Tutoring
At Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Liz: I had a precious little girl during the pandemic.
Founding Teacher and Social Studies Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Certification: Certified Early Childhood Educator
Why do you teach: I fell in love with books listening to my dad read and hanging out in his book bindery.
Head of MathAt Legacy: Since 2012
Education: B.S., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Britt: I started at Legacy right out of college and now I am a department head of math.
Writing Department HeadAt Legacy: Since 2017 Education: B.S., Florida State University; M.A., Lesley University Certification: Certified in the Hardman Technique from the Dyslexia Research Institute A Fun Fact about Tara: I’m a die-hard college football fan (Go Seminoles!)
Instructors & Tutors
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Math Teacher
At Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Excelsior College
A Fun Fact about Alicia: My husband and I drove our six children across the country in a minivan and camped while visiting a lot of landmarks along the way.
Why Legacy: I love the fact that the Legacy School teaches the whole child and meets their social, emotional and academic needs.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.S., Salisbury University
A Fun Fact about Alli: I have a twin brother.
Primary Teacher AideAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Community College of Baltimore County
A Fun Fact about Amelia: Recently bought a house and got engaged.
Why Legacy: As a child, I benefited from attending speech classes and wanted to help other children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Catholic University of America; M.SpEd., University of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Colleen: My husband and I are walking the entire C and O canal in sections. We are more than 60% complete...that is over 120 miles.
Why Legacy: I am thrilled to be able to work in small groups and have the opportunity to connect with each student.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Arizona State University; M.A., Towson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Danielle: I have been to Disney World 24 times.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, we are able to meet each child where they are and help them to grow as learners.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College
Certifications: Orton-Gillingham certification, Montessori Teacher Training
A Fun Fact about Elizabeth: Pitbulls are my favorite breed of dog. I have two!
Primary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., College of Notre Dame of Maryland
A Fun Fact about Erin: I used to live in California and went surfing a lot.
Why Legacy: Legacy is a welcoming and loving place for students.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University of Virginia; M.Ed., James Madison University; M.A., Regent College in Vancouver
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Esther: I love exploring different types of food! Some of my favorite cuisines hail from Korea, India, Japan, Spain, the Middle East, and Ethiopia.
Why Legacy: I love journeying alongside each student, knowing their stories, meeting them where they are, and leading them to greater success.
Art TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2014
A Fun Fact about Jen: I love supernatural and love stories. I am a hopeless romantic.
Why Legacy: I love the students’ imagination and creativity. They make me smile.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson University
A Fun Fact about Jennifer: I had a Beauceron named Bosco that was trained in German.
Why Legacy: I believe that small class sizes and daily tutoring is beneficial for students.
Intermediate TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Jenny: I have a twin brother.
Why Legacy: I am super excited to get to connect with all my students and enrich their knowledge through individualized lessons and meaningful connections.
B.E.S.T. TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Towson State University; M.A., McDaniel College; 30 + beyond M.A., Walden University
Certification: Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate, Administrator I, Administrator II
A Fun Fact about Joseph: I was once a broadcaster on the radio.
Why Legacy: The Legacy School is focused on the individual student recognizing that everyone is a different learner and committed to each student to succeed at reaching their learning goals.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Elizabeth City State University
A Fun Fact about Joshua: I worked with the Forest Service to fight fires.
Why Legacy: The Legacy school has a strong, cohesive, and supportive faculty perfect for first year teachers.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2019
Education: B.A., Liberty University
A Fun Fact about Kara: Virtual teaching has helped me teach all the way from Savannah, Georgia!
Why Legacy: Legacy is the way to go! Here, you can see that the needs of the students are the top priority.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Eastern University
A Fun Fact about Karen: I lived in Massachusetts for 3 years.
Science TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Kenyon College; J.D., University of Baltimore Law School
Certification: Orton-Gillingham; Multi-Sensory training; University of London course - Supporting Children with Difficulties in Reading and Writing
A Fun Fact about Kathryn: I love to bake.
Why Legacy: I enjoy finding that which is special in each student.
Primary Plus TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Franklin and Marshall College
A Fun Fact about Laura: I'm a big animal lover! I have two guinea pigs, one rabbit, and one cat at home.
Why Legacy: I believe in personalized education that allows each child to learn to their best ability.
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Dickinson College; M.A., George Washington University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Lorie: I spent a year living in Israel.
Why Legacy: Legacy is an amazing place to work with creative children.
Math TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., University College London; A.A.S., Cambridge College of Arts and Technology
A Fun Fact about Lorraine: I love being outdoors and taking photographs of nature!
Why Legacy: I really enjoy seeing students gain confidence and realize their full potential. The Legacy school offers a nurturing and supportive learning environment where students can flourish!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Villa Julie College; M.A., McDaniel College
Certification: Orton Gillingham 1; Orton GIllingham 1 MADAY/Dyslexia Tutoring; Phonographixs; Framing Your Thoughts
A Fun Fact about Lydia: I sew all my Halloween costumes and then scrapbook about it too!
Why Legacy: Teaching students with language-based learning differences is my lifelong passion. I am so honored to be working with you!
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Bloomsburg University
Certification: Orton Gillingham
A Fun Fact about Megan: I once slept with sharks at the National Aquarium.
Why Legacy: At Legacy, I work one-on-one with my students at their own pace. We take the time needed to make sure they have mastered a skill, before we introduce a new one.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., Arizona State University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
A Fun Fact about Michaela: I love to enjoy the outdoors and go hiking with my dog, Jenny, who is a rescue from Thailand.
Literature TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.A., UMBC
A Fun Fact about Michelle: I'm pretty fluent in Spanish.
Why Legacy: I have 4 years of experience teaching middle school language arts in Frederick County Public Schools. I believe that small class sizes are crucial to student success, so I'm very pleased with Legacy's class sizes.
Physical Education TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2018
Education: B.S., Frostburg State University
A Fun Fact about Missy: I have six kids of my own!
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Mt. St. Mary’s University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Orton Gillingham Multisensory Learning
A Fun Fact about Molly: I was a Division One Cheerleader.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: B.S., Stevenson University
Certification: Orton Gillingham 60 Hour Training
A Fun Fact about Rachel: I have been to 30 different states and 8 different countries.
Why Legacy: I love the students, families, and staff. Everyone is so warm and welcoming and it feels like a family. I love working with students one-on-one and getting to know each and every student on a deeper, more meaningful level.
Front Desk Manager, Tour Guide and School MascotAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.S. Bark University
A Fun Fact about Reishi: I’m a Japanese Chin
Why Legacy: I love when the students read to me. I’m happy to wipe their tears if they’re upset. My favorite days are dress up days!
TutorAt Legacy: Since 2017
Education: B.A., University of North Florida
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course
Why Legacy: I love music and theater. I love being able to create lessons tailored to the needs of the students.
Instructional AssistantAt Legacy: Since 2021
Education: A.A., Carroll Community College
A Fun Fact about Shanelle: I once met Will Smith and Lin Manuel Miranda (creator of Hamilton) on the same day.
Why Legacy: I love being apart of a small community school that focuses on the core needs of each individual student. I love the fact that every students success is our goal and once achieved is celebrated.
Elementary TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: Associate of Arts Degree, Cecil College; B.S. in Early Childhood Education, Wilmington University
A Fun Fact about Taylor: I climbed Mt. Washington in New Hampshire, which is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States!
Why Legacy: I chose the Legacy school because I want to help students achieve their goals and make everything they want/dream possible.
Reading TutorAt Legacy: Since 2020
Education: B.S., Towson University; M.A.T., Walden University
Certification: Orton-Gillingham 60-hour course, Wilson Reading System (WRS) trained, Fundations Level 2
A Fun Fact about Tiffanie: In my free time, I volunteer for a foster-based dog and cat rescue (Reach Out Rescue & Resources).
Tutor/Music TeacherAt Legacy: Since 2011
Education: B.A., Washington College
Certification: Orton-Gillingham certification
A Fun Fact about Trevor: I’ve been a professional musician for over half my life.
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