People

Brenna’s connection began during her student teaching at UNL, where she first experienced the Lab School’s joyful, relationship-centered approach to early learning. Brenna graduated from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences and an endorsement in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. Before joining the RSCDL team, she taught with Lincoln Public Schools as an early educator and kindergarten teacher.

Originally from Lincoln, Brenna grew up just south of the city and graduated from Norris High School. She and her husband, Chris, and have three energetic boys—Charlie, Grayson, and Sonny—who fill their days with laughter and adventure. As a family, they love cheering on the Huskers and Chicago Cubs, spending time outdoors, and traveling to warm, sunny places with waves.

Brenna love’s the energy that comes from working alongside young children, families, and university students. Every day brings new discoveries, meaningful connections, and moments of wonder. She feels thrilled to continue learning and growing together as part of the Ruth Staples community!

Hi! My name is Morgan Baker. I taught middle school science and design thinking for 8 years and I am now the Education Director at a nonprofit called CAVU. We run a free climate hcnage program with video competition for students (explained below). 

Blue Ridge Therapeutic Wilderness instructors are professionals who develop a wide variety of skills: outdoor living, motivational interviewing, risk management, group facilitation, and mindfulness– to name a few. We emphasize a relational approach that provides students with the support, awareness, and skills needed to achieve their goals. Simply put: Field Instructors are role-models for a healthier way of life.

https://blueridgewilderness.com/careers/field-instructors-2

My name is Quincey Moffitt, I am born and raised in the Greensboro North Carolina. I consider myself a hard worker and dedicated to the things and people I love. I enjoy spending time with my wife and both my family and hers and as well as our dog. I am environmentally inclined and spent my four years of education in college studying Agriculture and Environmental Studies with a concentration in Waste Management and Horticulture. Agriculture has always been a passion of mine and will forever be a practice and life-style that has shaped my life and upbringing. 

Dr. Syma A. Ebbin is a Professor-in-Residence at the University of Connecticut, Interim  Director of the Maritime Studies Program and the Research Coordinator for Connecticut Sea Grant.  Affiliated with the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Maritime Studies Program, she teaches courses in environmental and marine science and policy at the UConn Avery Point campus.  

Educator and tour guide at the worlds largest native american museum

A junior at university, with an interest in environmental communications through STEM and moden day technology!

My name is Samantha Shuster and this is my fifth year of teaching. I currently teach 7th grade science in Catawba County, NC. I have always had a passion for our natural world and sustainability. This passion along with my dedication to learning and teaching young minds has lead me to NAAEE. My goal is to become a better steward of our environment by developing the knowledge and skills to teach the next generation better conservation practices for a more sustainable future.