It has been a long road building this program to where it is. We have put together something special for all people to be a part of. In the word of someone dear to this program's directors, "we save lives" with this program. We give a place for all to come and be accepted, not just to perform. In that spirit, we would like to thank the following people:
- Superintendent Holly McClanan and Principal Christina Guarini for their continued and unwaivering support of the program & allow us the creative independence to grow. Thank you both for your continued support of the program and helping us find new and exciting ways to grow. Thank you for providing us with your guidance and creative minds.
- To the district office team who help us make sure we are in-line as a program - Deb Cabral, Rob Delealu, Cameron Costa, Sandra Gallagher, Paula Lloyd, Holly McClanan, Mark Morris, and Deb O'Connell.
- Our administration who has given their time and donations to fundraisers and events including Courtney Trinh, Jarrod Lussier, Joanne O'Brien, Mary Kobey, Joanne Boucher, Dr. Shanna Howell, Catherine Tuccinardi, Lloyd Lamarre, and Lois Miller.
- An extra special thank you to Scott Nelson and Bob Reilly, who have offered guidance and support. Scott and Bob's unending support of the program has helped us moved forward and their teams helped bring about this amazing set for the show.
- To the administrative support team members who have put up with our communications and nonesense during school and afterschool including Lisa Bodio, Jennifer Hall, Terri Tello, Nyanah Baez, Odaly Royas, Teresa Connell, Ana Motta, and Anne Griggs.
- To our nurses for their support of our students and being the best neighbors imaginable when things get loud and musical - Tammy Tisdelle and Elizabeth Sirr.
- To the guidance and behavior team members who have helped keep our students grounded and supported including Elsa Fernandes, Melanie Altrich, David Joseph, Adina Ho Eng, Gwen Nauls, Erica Sasville, Daniel Erickson, Lloyd Lamarre, Bob Umano, Destinee, Officer Hicks, Kevin Rose, Derek Ferris, Michelle O'Day, and James Gatenby.
- The IT team who has put up with the myriad of technical issues we have thrown at them - Luke Weathers, Brian Lutton, Mark Pigeon, and Patrick Cleary.
- To our friends from other vocational programs who have come out to support our events and programs including Chef Caryn Peterson, Chef Scott Tessier, Jenni Enos, Karen Kelleher, Shiela McKenzie, Wade Gomes, Jennifer McNally, Marc Raimondo, Angela Basse, Christopher Comeau, Christine Gauthier, Maddie O'Shea, and Darla Leighton.
- To our academic colleagues who show up for every show and help our students when they need it - Christine Warren, Danielle Driscoll, Chelsey Daly, Kevin Merritt, Roberta Cullinan, Liana Falcetta, Jessica Couto, Deb Cofond, Kelly Cutner, Samantha Magalhaes, Jordan Shadburn, Stephen Kelly, Katie Fucillo, Bre Miller, Peter Valente, Christopher Comeau, and Kay Manigan.
- To our patient family members who come to every show and stick with us when times get rough - Joshua Crossen, Priscilla Crossen, Megan Fernandes, and Ellery Fernandes.
- To the parents of our students who drive them to rehearsals on weekends, who listen to them practice in nauseum, and support them as they further their skills and passions.
- To our amazing co-teachers Janelle Canastra, Holly Petta, and Christie Reading for their support and guidance. We are indebt to how you have supported us.
- Thank you to Doreen Lopes, Jennifer Irizarry, and the Southeastern Performing Arts Center Parent's group who are here to help us provide the best experience for our students.
- Shout out to Brianna Brown and the STEP Team who have become our partners in space, our partners in the arts, and our collaboration colleagues! We are so excited that you are bringing your talent to the Southeastern community!
- Thanks to Leah Doolin, Marc Raimondo, Curtis Goff, and SkillsUSA For running our Concessions and being our partners in these crazy endeavors.
- Finally, the students who have helped build this program to where it is today! Without their love and dedication, this program would not have become what it is today.
