EXPLORATORIUM PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Kate graduated from Emerson College in 2014 with her B.S. in Communication Studies and minors in Psychology and Leadership & Management. As a Pawtucket, Rhode Island native, Kate has spent the last decade dedicated to working in RI communities focusing on youth development and mentorship, community connection, and theatre education. Kate enjoys crafting, looking for treasures at the thrift store, eating yummy foods, and spending time with her cat and husband.

EXPLORATORIUM SITE COORDINATOR

Kestler is a friendly outgoing person. He loves spending time with his family and playing soccer. He hopes he can continue to grow here at LC and stay a part of The LC community.

RECESS AND LUNCH LEAD

Before joining The Learning Community, she was a preschool teacher. Alisia was born and raised in Pawtucket, Rhode Island where she attended public schools. In her spare time, she loves to read, go for walks, and spend quality time with her family and friends.

YOUTH MENTOR

Lina Londono is a Certified Nursing Assistant. She is the mother of three beautiful daughters who attended The Learning Community; the youngest is now in second grade. Lina loves working with children and has had experience as a teacher's aide at Progreso Latino. She is a hardworking individual who is highly competent, selfless, compassionate, and sensitive to the needs of children. As an individual and as a member of a team, she is committed to excellence and is always ready and willing to assist in any way possible. The safety and education of our community's children are always her priorities.

YOUTH MENTOR

Haylee is a Central Falls High School graduate of the class of 2011. She obtained her teacher’s assistant certification in 2020. She has plans to go back to school and earn her degree in early childhood education one day. She has always had a great love for children since she was a child herself. Haylee enjoyed running track while in high school and was also the team captain. Haylee loves spending time with her daughter who attends TLC. Whether they are getting their nails done, trying a new Boba spot, or doing arts and crafts, they always have a good time.

YOUTH MENTOR

Kathleen was born and raised in Passaic NJ and later moved to North Providence RI where her immigrant parents from the Dominican Republic finished raising her and her three older brothers. Kathleen Is a mother of three and a fur mom of one dog and cat. She has previously worked in corporate collections with some minor experience as a camp counselor. Fun fact: Kathleen is a woman of many talents when it comes to being creative she was just born with a natural creative eye.

YOUTH MENTOR

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YOUTH MENTOR

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YOUTH MENTOR

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LUNCH & RECESS SUPPORT AIDE

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YOUTH MENTOR

Bernie graduated from Cumberland High School, and has experience in client relations and as a dining room manager. He is bi-lingual, with Colombian and Venezuelan roots. Bernie is a supporter of people in need, as he will always take time out of his day to give somebody his ear. He believes that people need someone that listens sometimes. Bernie is grateful for the opportunity to work at LC since he is an alum! Seeing how much The Learning Community has grown, makes him excited for all the opportunities to come.

YOUTH MENTOR

My name is Michael Rodrigues and I was born 09/13/98 in Providence, Rhode Island. I was raised in Pawtucket and have been working with kids since I graduated from Tolman High School in 2017. I am a first-generation American, as my mother was born in Senegal and my dad was born in Cape Verde. Something about myself is that I love to draw and cook, and I recently played pro basketball in Cape Verde and Morocco. It was a great experience as it was my first time out of the country! I’m still trying to pursue my dreams! I’m looking forward to bonding with the kids and inspiring them. I want to show them that anything is possible if you put your mind to it because I was once in their shoes not too long ago.