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Mrs. Patten- Middle School Math

                      7/8 Social Studies

Mrs. Pietroniro- Middle School ELA

                             7/8 Social Studies

Mr. Hengstenberg - Middle School Science

                                  5/6 Social Studies

I have been teaching science for over eighteen years. I grew up in New Jersey and started playing Ice Hockey at the age of four. I came to New Hampshire to go to Plymouth State College, where I played ice hockey, and earned a teaching degree in Life Science Education. I really enjoy the outdoors. Some of my favorite hobbies are rock climbing, mountain biking, backcountry skiing, and trail running.  I also enjoy traveling around the world with my family. I am very excited to be part of the Russell Elementary School team, and look forward to teaching middle school science.