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Sarah Jalbert, Principal

Ms. Sarah earned her Bachelors in Social Work and Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Plymouth State University. Prior to joining TES, Ms. Sarah served as a school counselor and special educator since 2010, primarily at the secondary levels before transitioning into School Leadership for 4 years after completing her Principals License Program through Upper Valley Educators Institute. Missing the deeper connections with students, Ms. Sarah excitedly joined TES in the role of 504 Coordinator and School Counselor. When she’s not working, Ms. Sarah is outside in her garden or on the water with her paddleboard and a good book.

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Melissa Wellikoff, Dean of Students

melissa.wellikoff@oesu.org

Melissa earned her Bachelor's in Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and Master’s in Teaching from Teachers College, Columbia University. Melissa joins TES with 16 years of experience in public education, including roles as a teacher, a coach, and a building administrator across elementary and secondary levels. Recently relocated to Quechee from South Burlington, Melissa is thrilled to step into the role of Dean of Students and SEL Coordinator at TES. Outside of work, Melissa loves exploring the outdoors and creating art with her husband and two young daughters.

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Cynthia Odell, Administrative Assistant

cynthia.odell@oesu.org

My name is Cynthia Odell. I work in the office with my very capable colleague, Bridget Veracka. (Bridget is generally the face you see when you come to the office, and the voice you hear when you call on the phone.) I am on the other side of the office taking care of finances.

I have lived in the Thetford area for 45 years, and have worked at TES for 27 years. Recently, my husband and I sold our home, and we're in the process of moving to a neighboring town, where we're building a smaller house. We are blessed with two grown children and three adorable grandchildren.

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Bridget Veracka, Administrative Assistant

bridget.veracka@oesu.org

My name is Bridget Veracka, and I have worked at Thetford Elementary School since 2017. I started in the classrooms as a paraprofessional, and in 2019, I moved to the front office to be an Administrative Assistant. I live in Thetford with my husband and three daughters. When I'm not at TES, you'll find me on a beach in Maine, reading a book, or talking to the ocean.