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Our Staff
The following dates reflect the longevity of staff at Purpose School. We are proud of our experienced staff and their commitment to the students at Purpose School. All staff is CPR, First Aid, and Epi-Pen trained.
Kristie Colwell, Director
Kristie Colwell joined the Purpose School in November 2000. She was the Director of The Children's Place at the Navy Yard for four years before joining the Purpose School. Before becoming the Director at the Navy Yard, she was a toddler and preschool teacher. Kristie holds a teaching degree from Wheelock College and is certified to teach pre-K through sixth grade.
Janice Papalegis, Assistant Director
Janis Papalegis joined the Purpose School in 2025. She was a preschool teacher in the Melrose Public Schools for 19 years.
Teaching Staff at Purpose School
Joined the Purpose School Team in.....
Sherry Cefalo - 1995
Sue Grafton- 2022
Jill Generazzo- 2022
Becky Sargood- 2024
Kristie Colwell- 2000
Mary Lou Farnam- 1993
Annie Kilty- 2012
Ancy Bipindas- 2026
Janice Papalegis- 2025
Patty Tofalo- 2025
Lisa Bernardino- 2026
Robyn McCue- 2026
Rita Murphy - 2006
Andrea Zipper - 2012
Substitute Teachers
Joined the Purpose School Team in...
Debbie Harvery 2020
Jean Lumb 1997
Peggy Shea 1998
Tayla Silva- 2022
Mary Romeo- 1999
Joy Riordan- 2025
Pam Macura- 2024
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