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Ali Lafreniere (Ms. Ali) is the lead teacher in our five day, full day prekindergarten class. She joined the Exeter Day School team in 2017 and has been a preschool teacher since graduating from St. Michael’s College in 2001. Ali studied English and Early Childhood Education at St. Mike’s and continues to attend workshops to stay current with early childhood practices. Her goal is to make sure that each child feels special and well-loved and that her students are excited to come to school everyday. She promotes and supports independence, process over product, hands-on experiences and following her students’ interests and curiosities. Ms. Ali loves getting her students outdoors and feels so fortunate to have the PEA trails to explore. She often refers to the woods as their outdoor classroom. 

Ali lives in Exeter with her husband Josh and their two little girls, Evie and Josie. They have a fun pup named Lulu and a cool turtle named Reggie. When she is not at Exeter Day School, you can find her gathering with friends and family, walking through Exeter with her girls and Lulu or spending time at the lake or ocean. 

Amie Morgado is the Lead Teacher in our five day, 1:00 PreK class. She joined the Exeter Day School team in 2015 as a Substitute Teacher and then spent 2 years working in the Toddler program. In 2018, she she began teaching PreK. Amie has an associate degree in Early Childhood and has worked in many childcare settings on the Seacoast since she was 16 years old. When her first child was born, she was able to be a stay home mom for 5 years. Her children came to EDS for preschool and during those 5 years she was an active member of the Parents' Committee and enjoyed volunteering.

Amie currently lives in Epping with her husband, their daughters, Taya and Pacy, and their bunnies, Nugget and August. Her daughters attend UNH for college. In her free time, Amie enjoys taking pictures, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

​Sondra Barker is the Lead Teacher in our 3-day PreK class and 2-day 3's preschool class.  She has been working with children since she was 16 years old at an afterschool program and graduated from college with a degree in Early Childhood Education.  In 2020 Sondra became CPR and First Aid instructor qualified, and trains all of our staff.

"I live in Hampton Falls, NH with my husband, daughter named Camryn, and two step children.  When I am not teaching I can be found biking, hiking, skiing, and enjoying time with my family. I also enjoy going to the beach, and attending community events."

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Katie Drouin is the Lead Teacher in the 3's Preschool class.  She joined Exeter Day School in 2018 as our Toddler Teacher.  Katie worked as the Preschool Teacher at Child's Place before managing Artastic in Hampton Falls.  She lives in Exeter with her husband and daughter, Eleanor.

Stephanie Maffei is an Assistant Teacher in our 3's Preschool class.  Her experience and passion for working with young children comes from years of providing care to local families out of her home.  She lives in Raymond with her husband and two children.

Mariette Linscott joined the team as a co-lead teacher in the Toddler class in 2022. She graduated with her degree in Early Childhood Education from Indiana University and holds her Montessori Certification in Infants and Toddlers. Mrs. Linscott worked with a variety of ages, finding her favorite with the youngest students! She is excited to re-enter the field professionally after staying home with her children Addison and Everett. Everett recently graduated from Exeter Day School and during his time there Mrs. Linscott served on the Board of Directors and helped lead the Parent's Committee. She enjoyed volunteering with Girl Scouts and End 68 Hours of Hunger.

Mrs. Linscott wants to create a warm atmosphere for children's first school experience, she loves incorporating literature and nature into her teaching! 

Mrs. Linscott lives in Exeter with her husband and two children. She enjoys running, reading, and exploring the seacoast! 

Anne Witham is a Toddler class teacher along side of Mrs. Linscott.  She ran an in-home daycare when her children were young.  She lives in Exeter with her husband and two children.

Jessica Murphy is an Associate Teacher as well as our Library Teacher.  She lives in Fremont with her husband and two daughters.

Amy Closson is an Associate Teacher.  She assists our lead teachers as needed throughout the day. She lives in Exeter with her husband and two children.