Introduction

 Hello!

My name is Stella, and I am originally from Montclair, New Jersey, a suburb located about 30 minutes outside of New York City. I have always been drawn to the humanities and developed a strong passion for civics and government throughout my educational journey. This interest led me to attend the University of Vermont, where I studied Political Science and Sociology and minored in Law & Society. 

My undergraduate experience deepened my commitment to social justice and ultimately inspired the path I have taken as an educator.  Before entering the classroom, I spent much of my time working in correctional facilities, where I became deeply interested in justice reform. After graduation, I worked as a researcher for a Harvard Law professor, who, in his free time, wrote political comic books. While immersed in studying resistance movements, political reform, and broader processes of societal change, I found myself reflecting heavily on my own educational experiences. It was during this time that I made a somewhat impulsive decision to pursue teaching.

I applied to Teach for America and am now heading into my second year of teaching at the Segue Institute for Learning (Legacy High School). I began my teaching career instructing 6th grade Ancient Civilizations and 7th grade World History, and I am now looking forward to transitioning to 8th and 10th grade Civics.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy taking long walks and spending time at the beach. I listen to music constantly and paint whenever I get the chance!