Hannah attended Castleton University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration. Hannah joined the Stern Center as Director after more than a decade of service in various roles at the Wake Robin retirement community in Shelburne, VT. Hannah thrives on building relationships, connecting with people, and making a positive […]
Leadership Team
Laurie Quinn, Ph.D.
As President, Dr. Laurie Quinn brings her expertise in nonprofit strategy, educational leadership, and innovative programs as well as her dedication to supporting an accomplished team of experts. She is a proud champion of the Stern Center’s mission of helping every learner to succeed. Dr. Quinn earned her Ph.D. in English Literature at the University […]
Julie Erdelyi, M.A.
Julie provides consultation and instruction. She has a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Vermont and a Master’s degree in special education – developmental disabilities from the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has extensive experience as a Special Educator and Autism Specialist designing and implementing academic instruction, proactive behavior […]
Lisa Marcus
Lisa’s 30 year history in the Vermont workforce includes customer support at IDX (Hospital Information System), database management at The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, and operation of two successful home-based businesses. A commitment to education and children brought Lisa to the Stern Center in 2011. Prior to her management role she held positions […]
Catherine McKelvey, Psy.D.
Catherine McKelvey is a licensed psychologist-doctorate in the state of Vermont and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who provides psychological evaluations for children from early elementary school through college. Catherine has over 10 years of experience working in public education as a school psychologist conducting evaluations, consulting with school personnel, facilitating school-based intervention planning teams, […]
Michelle Szabo, M.S.Ed.
Michelle Szabo, M.S.Ed., Director of Instruction, directs the instruction program for the Stern Center’s staff of 20+ teachers who instruct 400 students each year. She brings 27 years of teaching experience to her supervisory role ensuring program efficacy for all students, while continuing to offer individualized and customized instruction both in-person and online to students. […]
