Nick Cream, President
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Email: nickcreamhta@gmail.com
Nick Cream is an Ethnic Studies and history teacher at Dean Technical High School. He is going into his 5th year as a teacher and his 5th year teaching in Holyoke. His hobbies and passions include any type of social justice activism, running, hiking, birding, anything involving being outside, and spending time with his partner Keri and his sweet doggie, Daisy.
Alex Cespedes, Vice President
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Email: alvitsohta@gmail.com
A 5th grade teacher at McMahon, Alex is endlessly grateful to work alongside dedicated Holyoke educators, families, and students everyday! They are committed to fighting for a democratic and just school system that centers Holyoke students’ ability to thrive.
Katie Engelson, Treasurer
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Currently a K-2 Special Education Teacher at E.N. White School, Katie has worked for the Holyoke Public Schools for the past 25 years as a Special Education Paraprofessional, a Kindergarten Teacher, and, for the past 7 years, as a Special Education Teacher. She has been an HTA Building Representative for the past 16 years, stepping up to serve as the Membership Coordinator for two years prior to becoming the Treasurer. She has two children and three grandchildren, whom she loves dearly.
Anne Brennan, Member at Large
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Anne has been working for the Holyoke Public Schools for 28 years, all at E.N. White School. She has two children: a daughter, Theresa, and a son, Patrick. She is also a very proud grandmother. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends! She’s looking forward to a year of positive changes in the Holyoke Public Schools and looks forward to making our HTA stronger than ever!
Mikah Semon, Member at Large
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