Leadership Team (L.T.)

Ann-Marie Baranofsky, M.Ed., RN
Camp Nurse (Weeks 1&2, and 5&6)
7th Summer
Hometown: Lancaser, Massachusetts

"Hi, my name is Ann-Marie and I am your nurse for half of the time at camp. This will be my 7th year and I'm really excited to be coming back for four weeks. I am a Registered Nurse and work as a school nurse. I am married and live in Lancaster, MA with my two boys (ages 18 and 20). I really enjoy meeting new people and using my nursing skills to provide comfort and care. I can't think of a better place to do that than at 4-H Camp Middlesex!  See you soon."

 

Andrea Robinson, RN
Nurse (Weeks 3&4 and 7&8) - 2nd Summer
Hometown: Glenmont, New York

 

Jessica Maxwell
1994 Camp Spirit Award!
Program Director - 6th Summer
Hometown: Fitchburg, Massachusetts

“How excited am I for the summer to begin!?  Hi, I’m Jessica and this will be my 12^th summer at Camp Middlesex, 2^nd summer as Program Director.  I first came to camp as a camper in 1991 and moved up the ranks to counselor, continuing to come for 10 summers.  I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, and have spent time working on Cruise Ships traveling the world as a Youth Counselor.  Currently, I have been spending my ‘off-season’ teaching preschool to a lovely class of 3 year olds.  I am so happy to return this summer and can’t wait for the moment I see all the smiling faces crossing the bridge!”

 

Caitlin Nichols
Teen Camp Director - 4th Summer
Hometown: Ashland, Massachusetts

"I'm Caitlin and this will be my forth summer at camp. I graduated from the State University of New York at Brockport last year and have recently moved from upstate New York to Ashand, Mass to try and find a use for my Anthropology and Earth Science degree. At the moment I'm keeping busy teaching swim lessons at my local YMCA and hopefully interning at a nonprofit charity in the near future. I'm very excited to be getting back to the pool this summer as the pool director to continue to improve the swimming program.  I Can't wait to get back to camp for summer 2010!"

 

 

James Lortie
Junior Camp Director - 4th Summer
2008 Camp Spirit Award!
Hometown: Barrie, Ontario, Canada

"Well here we go again!  After taking a summer off to "grow up" I am returning to Camp Middlesex for what will hopefully be another long streak of summers, starting once again with the summer of 2010!  As it turns out, I've done more growing up in my summers at summer camp, especially at Camp Middlesex from 2006-2008.

For those who are just meeting me this summer, my name is James and I am from Barrie, Ontario, Canada.  After graduating with my Bachelor's of Education, I have started working in preschool education as a preschool/before-and-after school teacher.  This will be my 4th summer at Camp Middlesex as the Junior Camp and CIT Director.  I have lots of really exciting and cool ideas to bring to the table this summer, and I can't wait to be working with such a great team, filled with old and new faces.

See you this summer!  Show me your SPIRIT!"

 

Kim Price
Day Camp Director - 3rd Summer
Hometown: Charlottesville, VA

" Hi, I’m Kim and this will be my 3rd summer at Camp Middlesex.  I first came to day camp in 2006.  After a two year break, I've decided to come back! 
I have lived all over the place but am originally from Levittown, Pennsylvania.  I graduated from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.  I have been taking classes at the University of Virgina in hopes of persuing a Masters in Guidance.
Currently, I have been spending my ‘off-season’ teaching third grade in Virginia.  
I can't wait to meet new campers and staff and be reunited with old friends!"

 

Counselors
Aimee Morrison
Jr. Counselor - Low Ropes - 2nd Summer
Former CIT
Hometown: Lowell, Massachusetts

"Hi Everyone! I'm Aimee and this will be my fifth year at camp and my second year as a counselor!! I had a blast last year, but I know this year will be even better! I can't wait to see all the familiar faces and make new friends next summer. See you soon!!"

 

Sarah Brown
Sports - 2nd Summer
Hometown: Pepperell, Massachusetts

"Hey everyone! My name’s Sarah and I am currently a freshman at Becker College, majoring in Veterinary Technology. This will be my second year at camp and I can’t wait! I’m ready to see everyone again and to make new friends. See you soon"

 

 

Steven Hallet
Science - 5th Summer
Former CIT
2009 Camp Spirit Award!
Hometown: Sterling, Massachusetts

"Hey, my name is Steven Hallet and I can't tell you how excited I am for this summer. While I'm not at camp I attend Mount Wachusset, studying education. I also love to write and tell stories, and bring this love of literature with me to camp. At camp I teach science and rocketry and live in Pineside four. I can't wait for the new season to see old friends, make new ones and share some great new ideas with you. Quidditch anyone?"

 

 

Blair Smith
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - 1st Summer
Hometown: Nutley, New Jersey

"Hi everyone, I'm Blair, a 20 year old raised in a
small NJ suburb just outside of New York City. I'm
currently a sophomore at The New Hampshire Institute
of Art, majoring in illustration and photography. I
love sports, animals, and music. For the past 3 summers
I've been a lifeguard, and I can't wait to start my
first summer at 4-H."

 

 

Amanda Flanagan
Arts & Crafts - 2nd Summer
Hometown: Lowell, Massachusetts

"Hi everyone!! My name is Amanda, and I am from Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This will be my second year at camp. I had an amazing first summer and can't wait to get the second one started. I will be in arts and crafts again this year. I am very excited about returning to camp to see all the returning counselors and campers and I'm looking forward to meeting some new ones. See you all in June!! :-)"

 

 

Haley Holbert
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - 1st Summer
Hometown: Fitchburg, Massachusetts

"HEY! My name is Haley and I am currently finishing up my senior year at Monty Tech studying Early Childhood Education.  This is my fourth year as a lifeguard, but my first summer at 4-H!  In my spare time I enjoy performing in my school's musicals and functions. Whenever I am around, you can be certain that there will be some attempts at singing or dancing or just a fun time! I cannot wait until this spectacular summer working as a lifeguard! This year at camp will be a blast, and I am so excited to share this experience with you!  I Cannot wait to see all the new faces around the pool! See you in the summer!!"

 

 

Amy Doyle
Theater - 1st Summer
Hometown: Shirley, Massachusetts

"Hello! My name is Amy and I am a college student double majoring in Theater and History. My specialty is musical theater, and I have experience with vocal training as well. I am very excited to work at Camp Middlesex this summer, especially since it was the camp I grew up attending. My favorite activities were Theater and Horseback, and I still love all the old camp songs. I can't wait to be back at camp this summer for more Camp Middlesex adventures!"

 

 

Rachael Walker
Dance - 1st Summer
Hometown: Paisley, Scotland

"Hi there :) I’m Rachael Walker, and I’m 18 and from Paisley in Scotland. I study Early Childhood Education and Childcare at college and have a view to study Primary Teaching in September 2010. I am a teacher of Cheerleading and Freestyle and will be sitting teaching exams in Tap, Modern, Ballet and Jazz in the following months. I am also part of a DCA Cheerleading Squad and do competitions yearly. I am quite lively, up for a laugh, love doing new things and meeting new people.  This will be my first year at Camp Middlesex and I cannot wait to get started (:

 

 

Michael Dearn
Theater - 1st Summer
Hometown: Braintree, Massachusetts

Michael Dearn, who normally goes by Mikey, is more than thrilled to be joining the Camp Middlesex staff this summer as a theater counselor. Originally from Braintree, Mikey attends school at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams where he majors in Theatre and Early Childhood Education. Mikey has been a member of the International Thespian Society since 2004 and has loved theatre and the arts his whole life. He is so excited that he will get to share his passion for the performing arts with the campers of Camp Middlesex.

 

 

Mackenzie Pratt
Floater - 1st Summer - Former CIT
Hometown: Brookline, New Hampshire

"Hey, my name’s Mackenzie and I live in Brookline, New Hampshire. I’ve loved my past three years at Camp Middlesex, one as a camper and then two more as a CIT. This will be my first year as a counselor and I’m so excited! I’m an honor student at Hollis Brookline High School. In my spare time I like to read, watch movies, act, and hang out with my friends. I can’t wait to see all my old friends and meet some new people. I’ll be counting down the weeks!"

 

Jesse Crane
Lifeguard - 1st Summer
Hometown: Westford, Massachusetts

"I’m Jesse, and this summer I’ll be going into my Senior year at Westford Academy right here in Massachusetts. This will be my first summer working at Camp Middlesex and I’m really excited. I love the outdoors, especially hiking and boating. I look forward to seeing everyone at camp!"

 

 

Katie Cullen
Outdoor Living Skills - 3rd Summer
Former CIT
2006 Camp Spirit Award!
Hometown: Gardner, Massachusetts

"Hey Everyone! My name is Katie and this is my 7th summer at camp and my 3rd on staff. I'm 19 and I am a freshman at Umass Amherst with a major in environmental design. I will be in outdoor living skills program area again and it's going to be a blast. I can't wait for what I know is going to be another amazing summer. See you in June!"

 

 

Sarah Donahue
Lifeguard - 3rd Summer - Former CIT
Hometown: Westford, Massachusetts

"Hi everyone!  My name's Sarah and I am currently a freshman in college, and I'm from Westford, MA.  My two previous summers on staff were so much fun, but I know this one will be even more amazing!  I'm so excited to see everyone, as well as some new faces.  See you all soon!!"

 

 

Morgan Aldridge
Barnyard - 1st Summer
Hometown: Victoria, Australia

"Hiya everyone, I'm Morgan (friends call me Morgs or Mogg, so feel free!) I graduated from University last year, and have been working hard ever since so I can make my way to camp this year.  This will be my first summer camp experience and I am super excited to have been placed at Middlesex.  I grew up on a farm, so the Barnyard position is perfect for me- bring on the chickens and sheep!

I look forward to making the most of it and meeting you!.. Yes, you!  See you in June campers, counselors and everyone in between!!"

 

 

Max von Witzlebon
Woodworking - 1st Summer
Hometown: Germany

"Hi everybody! My name is Max and I'm from Germany. What should you know about me? I love sports, nature and especially soccer. I'm very open-minded and just very excited, because it's my first year at camp. :D But I want to make this summer an unforgettable one for everyone. So I hope to see you soon!"

 

 

Meghan Brooks
Arts and Crafts - 2nd Summer - Former CIT
2006 Camp Spirit Award!
Hometown: Pepperell, Massachusetts

"Hi everyone! My name is Meghan and this summer will be my second summer as a counselor. Currently, I’m a senior at Bishop Guertin in Nashua, New Hampshire, where I lead both Art National Honor Society and Amnesty International. In the fall I’ll be a freshman at the University of South Carolina, where I plan to pursue a degree in International Affairs and Political Science. I’m so excited to return to camp for another great summer – this one even better than the last! I’m especially looking forward to residing in Pine Side ONE-derful again! See you all this summer! Don’t forget to bring your camp spirit!

 

 

Kaitlin Harkins
Boating - 1st Summer
Hometown: Gardner, Massachusetts

"Hi, I'm Kait.  It's my first summer at camp and I'm super excited.  I am currently a freshman at Marywood University, in Pennsylvania, where I am pursuing a major in Marketing, with a minor in Biology.  I play on the soccer team at school.  I can't wait to see you all this summer!!"

 

 

Derek Nguyen
Low Ropes - 1st Summer
Hometown: Templeton, Massachusetts

"Hello, I'm 18 and am going to be a freshman at Fitchburg State, where I will be majoring in Film Production. This is my first year at camp and I'm excited to meet a lot of new people from all over the world. I am going to be working in low ropes. I have a great sense of humor and am easy to get along with. I love to make movies, travel, listen to music, play and watch sports, mostly baseball and football (American). I am hoping to one day become a feature film director. My favorite directors are Kubrick, Tarantino, Scorsese, Hitchcock, and the Cohen brothers. I hope I can learn a lot from others, and teach other people as well. I'm looking forward to a great summer!"

 

Nathan Nolan
Lifeguard - 1st Summer
Hometown: Stockport, England

 

 

Philip Gleaden
Video Production - 1st Summer
Hometown: Reading, England

 

 

Andrew Cousins
Floater - 1st Summer - Former CIT
2007 & 2009 Camp Spirit Award!
Hometown: Marlboro, Massachusetts
"Hey, I'm Andrew Cousins but you can call me by my nickname 'Cuz.' I'm currently a senior in High School at Assabet Valley tech in Marlboro, and will be attending Johnson & Wales University in the fall for culinary arts. This is going to be my fourth summer, my first as counselor. This summer is going to be the better than all the rest! See you in June!!"

 

 

Allie Rocheleau
Floater - 1st Summer
Hometown: Winchendon, Massachusetts
"Hey everyone. My name is Alexandra but everyone calls me Allie. I just graduated from Murdock Middle High School in Winchendon, MA. In the fall I will be attending Western New England College for Chemistry. This is my first summer at Camp Middlesex and I'm wicked excited. I spent 9 summers at a camp in NH and they were the best summers of my life.
Summer 2010 = tons of fun!!!!!!"

 

 

Kim Woods
Barnyard - 1st Summer
Former CIT
Hometown: MA

 

Christopher Crane
Sports - 1st Summer
Hometown: Westford, MA

 

Meggan Carkin
Archery - 2nd Summer
Hometown: Pepperell, MA

 

Stephanie Keates
Nature - 1st Summer
Hometown: England

 

Cabin Assignments
Junior Camp
Director: James Lortie
Head Counselor: Steve Hallet
PineSide 1: Meghan B. & Kim W.
PineSide 2: Aimee & Rachael
PineSide 3: Haley & Mackenzie
PineSide 4: Steve H. & Andrew
PineSide 5: Michael & Jesse

Teen Camp
Director: Caitlin Nichols
Head Counselor: Amanda Flanagan
Hill Top: Sarah D. & Katie
Hill Side 5: Blair
Hill Side 4: Allie
Hill Side 3: Sarah B.
Hill Side 2: Amanda
Hill Side 1: Stephanie
PineSide 6: Amy & Morgan
Blueberry: Nathan & Max
Blackberry: Philip & Chris

Day Camp
Director: Kim Price
Kaitlin
Derek
Stephanie
Meggan


Support Staff

Jenny Rose
Office Manager - 1st Summer
Hometown: Winchendon, Massachusetts

"Hello!  My name is Jenny Rose.  This will be my first year here at camp as the office manager, and I am ready for a great summer!   My husband and I currently live in Winchendon, MA.  We have two boys, Dylan (8) and William (2).  I work at Narragansett Middle School in Templeton, MA during the school year as the vice principal’s secretary.  I’m excited for this new experience working at Camp Middlesex.  Let’s get the summer started!"

 

 

Gary Cooley
Head Cook - 4th Summer
Hometown: Orange, Massachusetts

 

 

Nick Bobotas
Asst. Cook - 2nd Summer
Hometown: Ashland, Massachusetts

"This will be my second year at Camp Middlesex. Last year I was the fishing counslor but this year I've decided to change it up a bit and I'll be in the Kitchen. I've worked at various resturant and food establishments, from full service and fast food resurtants to deli's and caferteria syle kitchens. I've been everything from a line cook to a manager. Currently when I'm not a camp, I'm a paraprofessional teacher in Weston,MA in a kindergarten extension program. I also attend college and I'm persuing my B.A in elementary education and hopefully continuing to get my M.Ed. But most of all I can't wait to be back at camp for Summer 2010!"

 

 

Rene Losado
Janitoral / Dishwashing - 1st Summer
Hometown: Columbia

"Hi everyone, my name is René Losada. I’m 20 years old, and this will be my first summer at camp. I attend college where I’m an International Business Student. I think that this is a great opportunity to meet other people and to share my culture. I'm cheerful and funny, I have a good sense of humor, and I like sharing this with my friends and my family. I love listening music and playing sports like basketball and volleyball. Also, I like doing and experiencing new things. I’m very excited and I can’t wait to be at Camp."

 

 

Mikolaj Krol
Janitoral / Dishwashing - 1st Summer
Hometown: Skopanie, Poland

"Hi! I'm 20 years old and I study English Philology. I like sports, especially football, and music (hip-hop). This will be my first year at the Camp, so yes, I am pretty excited. I've always wanted to visit the States. Meeting people from other parts of the world and working with them also sounds pretty cool. ;) All in all, I'm hoping that this summer will be one of the greatest. ;)"

 

 

Matthew Harkins
Maintenance - 1st Summer