Ms. Lauer came to head Unquowa School in 2004 after spending over twenty years in teaching and leadership positions at other independent schools in the Northeast. Drawing from her own experience as an independent school teacher and raising a son and daughter – both of whom attended independent day schools and colleges – she writes and speaks frequently about the various aspects of childhood and a school’s role in working with parents to raise and educate their children. As a steward of our school’s future as it approaches its centennial, Ms. Lauer works to maintain the vigorous, experiential academic atmosphere that has been the hallmark of the school since its inception.

Karen Williamson joined Unquowa School in 2013 after 7 years working in marketing and communications. Karen brings her talent in project management, communications and community engagement to her roles at Unquowa.

Hans joins Unquowa having recently returned to Fairfield County after fourteen years on the West Coast, where Hans served as an English teacher, hockey and lacrosse coach, Head of Middle School, Director of Athletics, and member of the philanthropy team for Pacific Ridge School (PRS), an independent school that he helped build and found in Carlsbad, California. Hans is a graduate of Brunswick School, holds a B.A. from Dartmouth, an M.Ed. from Loyola University, and Montessori teaching credential from the Association Montessori International (AMI).

Carlene Gordon joined the Unquowa community in 2006 and taught grades three and four for over fifteen years. She served as science department co-chair as well as Dean of the Lower School Faculty in conjunction with her teaching roles. Currently, Carlene serves as Dean of Faculty to work with both the upper and lower school faculty on professional and curricular development. Carlene’s past experience includes both public and independent school settings in multiple grade levels. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master of Science Degree in Elementary Education, as well as Professional Educator Certification from the State of Connecticut.

Mrs. Cerone joined the Unquowa School community in 2006. Along with previous experience in both the larger business world and the independent school setting, Mrs. Cerone has a keen sense of her role in the financial stability of the school.

Jacqui Mudre joined Unquowa in 2016, having previously spent 9 years at a charter school in Bridgeport, CT. Over time, her role has grown into her current position as Director of Communications and member of the Advancement Team. She studied at the Sydney College of the Arts and especially enjoys working alongside colleagues, families, and alumni to celebrate and share the life of the Unquowa community.

Mr. Mitchell began teaching at Unquowa School in 2007 as a fifth grade classroom teacher. In 2008, he took on the role of Technology Coordinator and teaches technology. Currently serving as the Director of Operations & IT, Mr. Mitchell continues to oversee all aspects of tech, both physical and curricular, as well as oversee daily operations staff and year round facility inspection, maintenance and renovation in addition to working with his colleagues around the thoughtful curricular use of technology. Mr. Mitchell served on the CAIS Commission on Technology and has two children who both are now Unquowa alums.