The BNT Team
Every Belleville New Tech instructor is trained in project-based learning. Instructors are called facilitators. Facilitators foster collaboration, encourage critical thinking, and help learners discover knowledge through discussion and inquiry, putting the learner at the center.
Director: Paula Slingerland
Social Studies: Rebecca Clarke & Mark Darket
English: Adam Howard, Peyton Harding, & Nick Mynarcik
Math: Kaylee Haisma & Tom Wagner
Science: Aaron Watkins & Jen Garland
Special Education: Felicia Lasenby & April Crawford
Counselor: Helena Solano
Student Resource Social Worker: Judy Frentner
Media Specialist: Stefanie Halliday
Team Leader: Andrea Sprague
Administrator Assistant: Meg Darket
BNT Leadership Expectations
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Clear and transparent communication
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Personal and team accountability
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Goal oriented and solution focused
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Decisions align with New Tech’s vision
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Be visible and present
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Provide a positive culture for the entire community
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Keep a pulse of the program
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Assume the best intentions