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	All Hideaway Counselors are experienced teachers or mature college students working toward a degree in Elementary or Secondary Education; over 21 years of age, with training in the development of children. They are selected for their specialized abilities, teaching experience and educational background.



	ROLAND D'ORTONE, DIRECTOR Obtained his B. S. in Education from West Chester University, and his M. A. in Educational Leadership from St. Joseph's University, including certificates of Principalship and Supervisory of Curriculum and Instruction and is working toward a doctorate in Educational Leadership. For eight years, he taught Criminal Justice to juvenile offenders either serving time, or awaiting trial at the Delaware County Prison. Throughout the year, he teaches Social Studies at Upper Darby High School, and is the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach at Neumann College.

	MARY JO D'ORTONE, DIRECTOR Obtained a B. A. in English, and a B. A. in Communications from Villanova University. Worked as a commentator for Young Universe and Kidsworld, programs featuring the accomplishments of children, shown nationally and internationally. Performed with the Philadelphia Opera and the New York Metropolitan Opera and as a soloist for the Ballet des Jeunes Ballet Company. Traveled as a Friendship Ambassador to Spain, Austria, Hungary, England, Scotland, Wales, Italy, France and Switzerland.

	KATIE DONNELLY, PROGRAM DIRECTOR Obtained her B. S. in Education from West Chester University. She is certified in Special Education, and also holds certifications in Crisis Prevention and Intervention, First Aid and CPR. Katie worked as a Special Education teacher at the Summit School. As a child, Katie was seen modeling in print ads for Smuckers Jelly, Fisher Price and Sears!

	KEVIN DONNELLY, HEAD SWIM INSTRUCTOR Obtained a B. S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University. He is currently employed as a Phys. Ed Teacher at Spring-Ford High School, and is the Head Coach for the Spring-Ford Boy's Lacrosse Team there. He has a Masters in Education from Gratz College. He holds certifications in Lifeguarding, Head Lifeguard, First Aid Instructor, CPR Instructor, & Water Safety Instructor.

	ERIC JACKSON, HIGH ROPES SPECIALIST Obtained his B. S. in Health and Physical Education with Minors in Health and Athletic Coaching from West Chester University. He taught Physical Education at Westtown School, coaching Soccer, Wrestling and Lacrosse. He currently teaches Physical Education for the Avon Grove School District. Eric is certified in Ropes Course Instruction, First Aid, Water Safety, CPR Instruction, Sports Safety Instruction, and Lifeguard Instruction.

	GINA DI BENEDETTO, LOW ROPES SPECIALIST Obtained her B.S. in Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Physiology from East Stroudsberg University and her Health and Physical Education Teaching Certification from West Chester University. She is a long term substitute at Stetson Middle School in West Chester.

	BETH HIBBERT, EQUESTRIAN SPECIALIST Obtained her B. A. in Sociology, with a Minor in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education from Arcadia University. She is currently employed by the Methacton School District as an Instructional Assistant in Worcester Elementary. She was Hideaway's Assistant Riding Instructor for 7 years, and has been the Head Equestrian Specialist for 9 years.

	DENISE CACCIOLA, DRAMA SPECIALIST Obtained her B. A. in Psychology from Villanova University, and holds a certificate in Elementary Education. She is currently an Instructional Assistant at Woodland Elementary. She worked for the Julian Krinsky Camps, specifically in the Creative and Performing Arts Camp.

	STEPHANIE FRANK, ARTS & CRAFTS SPECIALIST Obtained her B. A. in Studio Art and Education from Eastern University and an Art Certification from Rosemont College. She completed her student teaching recently in the Spring-Ford School District.

	HARRY COSSGROVE, NATURE SPECIALIST Obtained his B. S. in Technology Education from Millersville University. He currently teaches at the Drexel Hill Middle School. He is an Eagle Scout, and a Scout Leader in Evansberg, and has been with us at Hideaway for 6 years.

	DANIELLE COOPER, COUNSELOR Obtained her B. A. in Psychology from West Chester University and is pursuing a Masters in Secondary Education Counseling. She is a Special Education Aide for for Radnor High School, and has worked at the Renfrew Center, an inpatient eating disorder treatment center, in the past. Certifications include CPR training.

	JEN SWENK, COUNSELOR Obtained her B. A. in Spanish and Communications from Shippensburg University with Certifications in Elementary Education and English. She is completing her Masters in Education at Gwynedd Mercy, and currently teaches Kindergarten in the Pottstown School District. Jen also teaches Preschool and Elementary level Dance Classes.

	JAMES BOWEN, JR., COUNSELOR Obtained his B. A. in History from Millersville University and is planning to enter a Graduate Education Program. He is currently a substitute teacher for the North Penn School District and a volunteer firefighter the Hatfield Fire Company. He holds Certifications in AHA Heart Saver, First Aid, and CPR.

	CHAD GLIEMI, COUNSELOR Obtained his B. S. in Physical Education and teaching certification from West Chester University. For the last four years, he has worked for a West Chester area day care center and is the Head JV Lacrosse Coach for Marple Newtown High School.

	JENNIFER MURRAY, COUNSELOR Obtained her B.A. in Elementary Education and a Minor in Psychology from DeSales University. She is currently a long term substitute teacher working with third grade students at Evans Elementary in the Spring-Ford Area School District.

	MICHAEL BROPHY, COUNSELOR Obtained his B.S. in Secondary Education, with a concentration in Social Studies, and a B. S. in Elementary Education from California State University. He has an M. A. in Multi-Cultural Education from Eastern College, and currently teaches Social Studies at Springfield High School.

	LAURA CHRISTIE, COUNSELOR Obtained her B. S. in Earth Science from Millersville University and will be student teaching in the fall semester at Lampeter-Strasburg High School. laura worked as a counselor assistant at Hideaway last year.

	DAVID MOYER, COUNSELOR Obtained his B. S. in Education from Shippensburg University and is currently working toward a Masters of Science in Geoscience from Mississippi State University. He is currently an Earth and Space Science teacher in the Pottsgrove School District, and a volunteer fireman for the Pottstown Fire Company.

	NICK KEOUGH, COUNSELOR Obtained his B. S. in Secondary Education and English Literature from the University of Scranton, and his M. Ed in Curriculum and Instruction from Boston College. He also holds certifications in Secondary Education and English.

	JESSICA CRAWFORT, COUNSELOR Obtained her B. A. in Elementary and Special Education from St. Joseph's University, and a M.Ed in School Psychology from Temple University. She is currently enrolled in a Ed.S program in School Psychology, and is employed by the Delaware County Intermediate unit.

	JIM VOORHEES, COUNSELOR Obtained his B. A. in Fine Arts and Illustration from Carnegie-Mellon University, and his M. A. in teaching from University of the Arts. He also holds an M. A. in Art Illustration from Syracuse University. He currently teaches in the Downingtown area School District and he holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

	KEITH NUNNELEE, COUNSELOR Obtained his B. A. in English from Ursinus College and is presently enrolled in a Master's of Education Program at Gratz College. He is currently teaching English and and TV Studio Production at Interboro High School.

	ELISABETH BISSEL, COUNSELOR Obtained her B. S. in Education and a Masters in Education from Ttemple University. For over 10 years she has served as Principal of Lincoln Academy, an alternative High School for troubled youth.

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