Our Staff
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Dr. Stacey Mulligan
My name is Dr. Stacey Mulligan and I am the principal of CityLab Innovation High School. This is my 5th year as a principal in Revere and I have been in education for 24 years. I went to University of Hartford and majored in Communications. Then, I received my Masters and Ed.D. from UMass Boston. My most interesting job was at DUNKIN DONUTS! I was on the overnight shift in college. We literally were the people that squirted jelly and other fillings into the donuts. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, playing tennis, and taking hikes. I am looking forward to working with you all this year. Go CityLab!
Email: smulligan@reverek12.org
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Stacey Livote
My name is Stacey Livote. I am the Assistant Principal at CityLab. I am beginning my 36th year in education. I have attended the University of Miami and earned my degree in Criminal Justice and Business Management and Organization. I then went on to Suffolk University to earn my certification in Secondary Education. Then to Salem State College where I earned a Masters in Special Education and a CAGS (certificate of advanced graduate study) in Education Leadership. Each year of my 35 completed years has been the most exciting and amazing years of my career in education. I am excited for another most exciting and amazing year.
Email: SLivote@reverek12.org
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Ouafa Kinaoui
My name is Ouafa Kinaoui (she/her) and I am the parent liaison at City Lab High School. I have been a long time Revere Resident. I am fluent in multiple languages. I speak Arabic, French, and English fluently and I’m learning Spanish. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature, a Business Administration Certificate and Google IT Support Professional Certificate. I am so excited to be a family liaison because I enjoy giving back to my community and support them with all the resources they may need. My goal is to work closely with our families to become active participants in their child’s education.
Email: okinaoui@rpsk12.org
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Michael Thompson
Hi I am Mike Thompson and I am security at CityLab. I graduated from Lynn Vocational High School in 1981. I have worked in private security as a Lynn constable serving court orders out of Salem courts. I am from Winthrop and I enjoy walking my dogs, the beach, and bike riding. I enjoy working at CityLab as security!
Email: mthompson@reverek12.org
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Megan McBride
Hi! My name is Megan McBride (she/her), and I am the Guidance Counselor here at CityLab. I am a proud graduate of Endicott College, B.S., where I enjoyed playing on the field hockey team, and Salem State University, M.ED in School Counseling. Outside of school you can find me spending time with friends and family, laughing uncontrollably, cooking, catering, critiquing French Onion soup from different restaurants/chefs, and mastering my Halloween costume skills. My first job was working as an Ocean Rescue Lifeguard in York Beach, ME. I am looking forward to supporting all of our students as they create a pathway towards their future!
Email: mmcbride@reverek12.org
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Andrew Turchon
Hello. My name is Andrew Turchon (he/him). Here at CityLab, I am the Experiential Learning Coach. You may or may not remember me from such places as RHS, where I was a social studies teacher and co-advisor to the Outdoors Club. I am a graduate of Saint Anselm College B.A., Tufts University, M.A.T., and an almost graduate of Umass Boston, PhD. Outside of school you can find me hiking in the mountains, working as a landscaper, or adventuring with my daughters, Norah & Evy. I worked on a golf course driving the cart responsible for picking up the balls from the driving range. I used to taunt the golfers from my cart and became a common target for them.
I am excited to be here!
Email: aturchon@rpsk12.org
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Melissa Alvarez
Hi everyone! My name is Melissa Alvarez (She/Her) known as Ms.Alvarez or Ms.A. I’m one of the School Social Workers here at CityLab. I’ve graduated from Boston University Metropolitan College/ School of Medicine B.S., Cambridge College, M.Ed. Outside of school you can find me traveling, listening to new music from around the world or learning about holistic health. I look forward to serving our students and community of Revere!
Email: malvarez@rpsk12.org
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Karleny Galan
Hi, My name is Karleny Galan prior to being a school social worker a CityLab High School I was working as an inpatient clinician for an adult dual diagnosis unit. I consider myself a dedicated, hardworking person and I am passionate about teaching my clients the skills to become self-sufficient and to promote self-advocacy to reach their personal goals. I graduated from Simmons University in 2017 with a Master’s Degree in Social work and since then I have had the opportunity to work with diverse clients in a variety of settings. I look forward to working with youth to help them develop a supportive relationships to assist them in building a resilient foundation for adulthood. Outside of work, I enjoy walking on trails, watching crime shows, and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to working with our students and helping them reach their goals.
Email: kgalan@rpsk12.org
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Nicolas Blaisdell
Hello everyone! My name is Nicolas Blaisdell (he/him) and I am a humanities teacher here at CityLab High School. In the Spring I earned my doctorate degree in education at Northeastern University and earned my master's and bachelor's degrees at UMass Amherst. Aside from teaching at CityLab, I also work as a part-time instructor for UMass Amherst's College of Education and North Shore Community Colleges' Upward Bound program. My passions include playing the tenor saxophone, gardening, politics, and skateboarding. I'm looking forward to seeing what this school year brings!
Email: nblaisdell@rpsk12.org
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Chelsea Brandwein-Fryar
Hi everyone! My name is Chelsea Brandwein-Fryar (she/her), or Ms. B-F if you're one of my students. Here at CityLab I teach English Language Arts, and this is going to be my 9th year teaching. I am a proud graduate of UMass Amherst, B.A., Lesley University, M.ED, and Salem State University, CAGS. Outside of school you can find me spending time with friends and family, performing music, and traveling. My first job was working on the line at Bruegger's Bagels burning my hands on the toaster and getting cream cheese everywhere. Let’s go CityLab YEAR 3!
E-Mail: cbrandwein-fryar@rpsk12.org
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JC Eurbin
Hi! My name is JC Eurbin (she/her) and I am the Special Education teacher at CityLab. This is going to be my 6th year teaching as a Special Education teacher at Revere Public Schools and I'm looking forward to seeing how CityLab grows. I completed my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at Curry College and I recently graduated from Salem State’s CAGS program. In my free time I love getting sucked into a good book, hiking the New England 4000s, and finding new recipes to make. I can't wait for an exciting year at CityLab!
Email: jeurbin@rpsk12.org
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Kali Sawyer
Hello! My name is Kali Sawyer (she/her), and this is my fourth year teaching history in Revere. Before Revere, I taught 5th grade history in Chelsea for six years. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire (B.A. and M.ED), and since I love school so much, I earned my second degree from American International College (CAGS). Since moving to Massachusetts, Dunkin has become a big part of my life, and I love living so close to my friends and family. Traveling is my favorite part of being an adult, and I hope to show you some of my favorite parts of Boston and the North Shore. My first job was changing diapers in the infant / toddler room at a YMCA daycare.
Email: ksawyer@rpsk12.org
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Reiko Marcos
Konnichiwa, CityLab! My name is Reiko Asahina Marcos and I am the Japanese teacher at CityLab. I graduated from universities in Kobe and Osaka, Japan, where I earned both an undergraduate degree and a master’s degree. I began my career as a Kobe city employee, working as an editor at a Kobe City newspaper for non-Japanese residents. Later was a editor/writer for the free paper for the service members and families on the US military base in Okinawa, Japan. I also worked as an editor for textbooks designed for Japanese learners at Japan Times in Tokyo. Japan. I have taught Japanese in the USA for more than a decade, including teaching Japanese to the well-known device “Alexa” at Amazon USA in Cambridge as a data linguist. It was a fun job for me. I also teach Japanese at universities in Boston. Outside of teaching, I enjoy swimming, going to the beach, and traveling the world. Most importantly, I love watching Japanese anime. My favorite anime series are “Paprika” and “Attack on Titan”. I am looking forward to learning Japanese together with you!
Email: rmarcos@rpsk12.org
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Adam Donaruma
Hello to all! I am Adam Donaruma, or Mr. Donaruma to my students. I am one of the Math and Coding teachers at CityLab, going into my 5th year of teaching. I graduated with a bachelors degree from UMass Amherst, and am currently completing my masters degree at Merrimack College. When I’m not in school I spend most of my time playing tennis with my friends, building Legos, or gaming on my PC. Before teaching I worked for multiple different summer camps, as well as being a member and leader of the community engagement program Team Positive Presence/Walk This Way at UMass during my undergrad. I am so excited to continue helping CityLab grow as a school, and help our students reach their potential.
Email: adonaruma@rpsk12.org
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Erik Fearing
I’m Erik Fearing (he/him), CityLab’s special education math teacher and partnership coordinator. This is my 22nd year teaching – all at Revere’s alternative school. I studied Chemical Engineering at Tufts University, Mathematics Education at Gordon College, Special Education at Salem State University, and Educational Leadership at American International College. I really enjoy immersive theatre and live action roleplaying, and I have performed in several shows around Boston as a character actor and game facilitator. My first job was at Yawgoog Scout Reservation, where I taught Nature merit badge classes when I was 18. I worked at that camp for seven years including time running a camp kitchen and a high ropes course. I’m excited to build CityLab with you!
Email: efearing@rpsk12.org
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May Hunter-Smith
My name is May Hunter-Smith (she/her). This is my 12th year of teaching mathematics of all flavours. I finished my undergraduate degree at Williams College, then completed my MAT in Mathematics at the University of Chicago. I love thinking about how things are put together. This has led to a number of things, such as my current unsustainable crafting habit, a cabin built from scratch (tree to building!), and as well as my love of math. I have been described as a nerd, a lumberjack, and "if Jess Day was a math teacher". I hope to spend a lot of time in the classroom finding out who you are!
Email: khunter-smith@rpsk12.org
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Mario Perella
Hi Everyone! My name is Mario Perella (he/him). Here at CityLab I teach Biology and a class called Urban Growers in which we mostly maintain the indoor and outdoor gardens. This is my 27th year of teaching science, mostly in Revere. I am a proud graduate of Boston University, dual major, B.A. Biology, and Secondary Science Education, Northeastern University, M.Ed. While at Boston University I worked as a Peer Counselor for the Financial Aid Office. I also organized and played on an intramural hockey team for 2 years in which we made it to the championship finals both years and won one of two. Outside of school I enjoy travelling, cooking, attending sporting events, and growing live coral in my saltwater aquariums. My first job was at a local restaurant at the age of 15. As the son of Italian immigrants, my first language was Italian. I am looking forward to an exciting first year of many to come here at CityLab!
Email: mperella@rpsk12.org
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Katie Cerasale-Messina
Hello, my name is Katie Cerasale-Messina (she/her) but most families and students know me as Mrs. C. I am a Technology teacher for CityLab. This will be my 21st year of teaching and my 17th year in Revere. I am a proud Suffolk Ram (BA) and have additional degrees from Simmons University (MLIS) and Salem State University (CAGS). You will soon find out that I am obsessed with my pug, Neville, Starbucks and all things Disney. Prior to teaching, I worked in the Educator Resource Center and Library at the Museum of Science where once in a while I helped the museum's bee keeper tend to the museum's hive. Cannot wait to see you all in Lab 225!
Email: kcerasale-messina@rpsk12.org
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Nate Dore
Hi! My name is Nate Dore (he/him) and I am the P.E. teacher at both City Lab and Beachmont Elementary school, a position I have held for the last 15 years. I also work as an Athletic Trainer for Revere’s sports teams, along with the soccer and basketball teams at Bunker Hill community college. I attended Westfield State College for my undergraduate degree, and Endicott for my masters degree. After living in Saugus for 10 years, I recently moved to Peabody with my wife and our 2 dogs. I am a huge Boston sports fan, and in my free time, I enjoy the beach, golfing, running, and snowboarding in the winter.
Email: ndore@rpsk12.org
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Shaun Harris
Hey! My name is Shaun Harris (he/him) and I‘m the visual art teacher at CityLab. This will be my 10th year teaching. I have a BFA in Illustration from UMASS Dartmouth and a Masters in Education from Lesley University. I also teach art to elementary students at Beachmont Elementary School. When not making art at here at CityLab, I love spending time in the outdoors and making art with my partner and my daughter.
Email: sharris@rpsk12.org
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Tim O'Brien
Hello everyone! My name is Tim O'Brien (he/him). Here at CityLab I teach Music, and this is going to be my 13th year teaching. I am a proud graduate of Boston University, B.M., University of Southern Maine, M.M., and Salem State University, CAGS. Outside of school you can find me spending time with friends and family, and following the Red Sox, Patriots and Celtics very closely. My most interesting job was performing numerous concerts with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra as second chair in the Viola section. I'm very excited to embark on this journey together!
Email: tobrien@rpsk12.org
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Evalynn Bulger
Hiii. My name is Evalynn Bulger, or Evvy. This is my 4th year as the literacy coach for CityLab and Revere High School. Prior to being the literacy coach, I was an English Language Arts teacher for ten years at Revere High School. I mostly taught seniors about English stuff. I am a proud three degree graduate of Salem State University (BA, M. Ed., and CAGS). Outside of school, I mainly spend my time with family and enjoy goofing around with my son. During my down time I can be found with my nose in a book – currently on my 122nd book of the year. My first job was as a Certified Nurse’s Aide (C.N.A.) in a nursing home during my senior year of high school (I went to Lynn Tech). Looking forward to working with you all this year!
Email: ebulger@reverek12.org
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Tina Petty
Hi! I’m Ms. Petty and I’m the History Instructional Coach for grades 6-12 in Revere. I work with teachers at CityLab to figure out how to teach history and civics in a way that matters today! This is my 20th year as a teacher. Before I was a teacher coach I taught grade 6th, 7th, and 8th grade history at SBA. I also co-ran the drama program at SBA and am working to bring theater opportunities to Revere High and CityLab students this year. I am a graduate of Stonehill College, B.A., Salem State University, M., and University of Massachusetts Boston, CAGS. Outside of school you can find me spending time with friends and family, playing at the park with my two daughters, or traveling to the beaches of Maine – even in the winter. Have a great year!
Email: tpetty@reverek12.org