TEACHERS & STAFF
At the heart of our exceptional learning community are the dedicated and passionate educators who bring our classrooms to life. Our teachers and staff are more than just experienced professionals; they are caring mentors, innovative problem-solvers, and lifelong learners themselves. Each member of our team brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table, creating a vibrant and inclusive educational environment where every student can thrive. We take great pride in the diverse backgrounds and expertise of our faculty, as they collaborate to develop engaging, multi-disciplinary curricula that ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning. Join us in getting to know the remarkable individuals who make our school an extraordinary place to grow, explore, and discover.
Marcie Fusco, Director
Ms. Marcie has been the owner and manager of Wildwood Acres since 2013. She comes from a background of both Education (Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education) and Agriculture (riding and animal husbandry).
Marcie began her journey toward Wildwood as a horse owner and rider. She became a certified Therapeutic Horseback Riding instructor to support children with Special Needs through horseback riding instruction. She followed this passion and bought the property on Wigwam Rd. to create Wildwood Acres Farms, an equestrian facility. Over time, she began incorporating other farm animals as well, and became a 4-H provider. She is a registered breeder of several types of farm animals. She soon created Wildwood’s beloved Summer Camp program, and launched Wildwood Farm & Forest School during the pandemic as a safe outdoor space for homeschooled children to play and socialize. In 2024, she was approved as a full-time independent school for the 2024/25 school year.
Marcie has her A.A in Early Childhood Education from QCC and her B.S. in Psychology from SNHU, and has completed significant study in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. She has worked in the public school system as a School Adjustment Counselor, a teacher trainer, and an ABA specialist.
She believes that children will do well if they are given unconditional love, gentle guidance, much exposure to nature, and are free to create and explore their world.
Marcie is the mother of three children and one giant dog. She loves to hike, garden, and most of all to play with her human and animal families.
Sadie Westermann, Preschool Teacher
Ms. Sadie teaches the Ducklings in the Preschool program. She uses her love and knowledge of the natural world to inspire the children to experience it through all five of their senses. The ducklings feel the textures of bark and moss, smell the skunk cabbage blooming, color with marigolds, hear the birds’ song, and taste the black raspberries that grow wild. She encourages den building, climbing, and imaginative free play to build strength, self-confidence, and problem-solving skills. Bees and butterflies, goats and horses, sticks and rocks, plants and flowers are all woven into hands-on learning experiences.
Sadie earned her Bachelor’s Degree from UMass Amherst and is a natural dye artist. She spends her free time baking, growing dye flowers, and walking along the Swift River.
Lynsey Fletcher, Bobcat Teacher
Ms. Lynsey teaches the Bobcat group, nurturing a love for learning through art and play. With a deep appreciation for the wonders of the world around us, she inspires her students to engage with and cherish nature. The Bobcats embark on adventures to discover the beauty of their environment, creating lasting memories and connections along the way.
Fostering creativity and critical thinking, Ms. Lynsey incorporates hands-on activities like den building, visual arts with natural materials, and performing arts. She believes in the power of learning by doing and emphasizes collaboration, allowing students to learn with and from one another. Through art integration, language arts, social studies, science, and math are seamlessly woven together.
Ms. Lynsey earned her Bachelor's Degree in Art Education from Hampshire College, where she also spent a summer working on their vegetable farm. She holds an Associate's Degree in Visual Art from Mount Wachusett Community College. Passionate about integrating art and nature into her teaching, Ms. Lynsey creates a nurturing classroom where curiosity is celebrated, friendships flourish, and every child is encouraged to grow into a confident, resilient learner. In her free time, you can find her traveling, hiking, creating art in various mediums, and rock climbing.
More teacher bios to be posted soon!