About

Faculty and Staff

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    Alex Ragone
    Admissions
    Director of Admission and Enrollment Management
    George Washington University - B.A.
    Teachers College, Columbia University - M.A.
  • Photo of Juan Ramirez
    Juan Ramirez
    Technology
    Director of Technology
    University of Maryland University College - B.S. & MSIA
  • Photo of Kevin Rechen
    Kevin Rechen
    Auxiliary Programs
    Director of Auxiliary and Summer Programs
    James Madison University - B.S.
  • Photo of Tara Reilly
    Tara Reilly
    Reading/Language Arts, Social Studies
    Fifth Grade Homeroom Advisor
    University of Pennsylvania - B.A.
    Bridgewater State College - M.Ed.
  • Photo of Rosine Riachi
    Rosine Riachi
    World Languages
    Middle School French Teacher
    Holy Spirit University of Kaslik - B.A., M.Ed. & M.A.S.
  • Photo of Michael Risen
    Mike Risen
    High School Placement, Middle School Office
    Associate Head of School and Head of Middle School
    College of William and Mary - B.A.
    Vanderbilt University - M.Ed.
  • Jaqueline Rodriguez-Mata
    After School Programs
    After Care Teacher
  • Photo of Bialis Roque
    Bialis Roque
    After School Programs
    After Care Teacher
  • Photo of Catherine Russo
    Cathy Russo
    Head's Office, High School Placement
    Assistant to the Head of School
    University of Maryland - B.A.
Norwood teachers and staff members are talented and caring individuals committed to educating children in a nurturing, supportive, and joyful school environment. This diverse group of women and men share a passion for celebrating the children here and guiding them along a unique PK-8 journey that prepares them for high school and empowers them to make positive contributions to our world.

– Matthew Gould, Head of School

“Norwood School teachers love children and have a passion for teaching. Our teachers are collegial and have a thirst for lifelong learning. Their intellectual spirit transfers to the students in a way that makes learning fun.”

– Parent Survey

Norwood teachers are truly life changing and have forged incredible bonds with our daughter.
Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond. Recognizing that children are multi-faceted, Norwood provides many opportunities for safe risk-taking, exploration, discovery, and growth in a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive school community.
8821 River Road, Bethesda Maryland 20817
Phone: 301-365-2595 | Email: info@norwoodschool.org
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