Carrigan employees of the month

Erin Blake

She has 14 years of teaching experience, all in West Haven! 10 years in ELA/Social Studies, and the past four years teaching Art at Carrigan. Enjoys time with her two kids, family, and coaching. Has Coached the West Haven High School Girls Hockey Team for the last 11 years.

- Erin Blake (December)

Will

He is in his 19th year of teaching, including four at Carrigan, is a 5th grade Math and Science teacher, and comes from a family of educators. He enjoys time with his wife and two sons, playing and coaching lacrosse, beach trips, cooking, and reggae music.

- William Ortoleva (December)

Kara Kaczynski

She has been a school counselor at Carrigan for 22 years and loves supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth. She values her Carrigan family and a supportive staff, enjoys watching her children play sports, and treasures time with family and friends.

- Kara Kaczynski (November)

Chris Brewster

New to West Haven, he teaches fifth grade ELA and Social Studies. With 20 years of experience starting in Beijing, he enjoys biking, the Closer to Free Ride for Smilow Cancer Center, and can say "6,7" in several languages.

- Chris Brewster (November)

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In her 16th year of teaching, she has taught 4th grade in Bridgeport and over a decade of 6th grade math and science before becoming a 6th grade math facilitator at Carrigan. Born and raised in West Haven, she enjoys hiking, crafts, travel, and making math fun for students.

- Lindsay Marmelstein (October)

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For 8 years, he’s made a difference at Carrigan—first as a Humanities teacher and now in special education. Dedicated to helping students grow as learners and people, he values the strong sense of community that makes Carrigan truly special.

- Sal Tuozzola (October)