Christian Studies, Music, & Middle School Director

Larry Kamp (B. Mus. Houghton College; M.S.M. Boston University) has a unique background in theology, music, and history. He has taught music at NSCS since 1982 and Bible since 1994. In the past decade, Mr. Kamp has developed substantial curriculum units in Christian studies and social ethics, especially in the areas of Holocaust Studies and Race and Membership study. Mr. Kamp is a member of the Teacher Leadership Team at Facing History and Ourselves, Inc. and has extended his teaching well beyond the classroom through parent and teacher workshops. Mr. Kamp is the Music Director of the Community Covenant Church in Peabody and lives in Lynn with his wife Lianne and their three children.

Social Studies

Todd McMillan: While Mr. McMillan is not new to NSCS, he will now serve as our full-time Social Studies teacher stepping in for Mrs. Wilfert as she moves out of the classroom and into her new role teaching in the Discovery Center. Mr. McMillan taught previously at Beacon and before that at The American School of Lyon, France.

Language Arts/Humanities

Miss Lindsay is entering her third year as our Middle School LA teacher. Miss Lindsay graduated with honors from Salem State College in English and brings a passion for literature and writing.

Math

Dave Sawyer, who has taught middle school mathematics for more than 35 years, joined our staff in 2002. Since then, his background in mathematics education and his ample experience, have helped produce and exemplary program for 7th grade math and 8th grade Algebra students. His work as Math Team Coordinator has enriched the experience of middle school students and encouraged unique success that has been noted by parents of many alumni.

Spanish

Terri Ronquillo is in her third year as our middle school Spanish teacher.  She is a first generation Mexican-American and brings the Spanish language to life for her students.