Stephen Avery

• Started at BEMS in 2008 as a 7th Grade Science Teacher

• Taught Science. English, Social Studies, Alternative Education, and Reading Intervention throughout grades 6-8.

• Served as an instructional coach in 6-8 from 2016-2021

• Became a 6-12 instructional tech coach in August 2021 before transitioning to PK-12 in August 2026

Degrees

• B.S. in Elem. Education and a Concentration in Science, 2007, University of Maine at Farmington

• M.Ed. in Reading Specialist, 2018, University of New England

Susie Simmons

• Started at BEHS in January 2006 as the graphic arts teachers

• Became a 6-12 instructional tech coach in September 2013 before transitioning to PK-12 in August 2026

Degrees

• B.S. in Technology in Education in 2006 from the University of Southern Maine

• M.Ed. in Technology Education in 2011 from Lesley University.

• Ed.S. in Instructional Technology in 2020 from the University of Maine

Teaching Certifications

• #700 Technology Education

• #680 Computer Education

Other

• ACTEM Board Member: SIG Technology Integrators & Coaches Representative