Cindy with a giant earthworm in
the Virunga Volcanic Mountain
chain jungles, Rwanda, Africa.

Cindy Perry, M.Ed.
  Creative Director of Raven's Wood Outdoor School for Renegades
  
   In 1994, Cindy decided to become a teacher because she always hated school; it was, simply put, boring. She believed kids were not being taught how they should be taught, with lots of play, hands-on activities, and making real-life connections to everything they learn. After raising 2 children, and teaching for the last 22 years in Montessori, public, private, and community schools (Cibecue Indian Reservation, AZ), and spending the last five years as the One Planet Afterschool and Summer Camp Programs Site Director in Sharon, VT, Cindy has gained the knowledge and experience to 'pass it on' via Raven's Wood Outdoor School for Renegades. It's time to move it to the out-of-doors!
 
   Certifications:  Bachelor of Science in Communications/Media and Graphic Design, Masters in        Education, Licensed Teacher in VT for K-6, CPR and First Aid training, Wilderness First Aid.

Matt at the Blue Lagoon, Iceland.

Matt Aucoin
Artist in the Woods, Head Teacher

   Matt Aucoin studied Art Education at Johnson State College and received a Masters of Fine Arts at the Center for Cartoon Studies. He has a VT teaching license for K-6 Art. He has been working with kids for four years at many schools, summer camps and after school programs. Matt loves hiking, exercising, outdoor activities, and creating art.
   When working with kids, Matt believes it is important for them to feel safe in their learning environment.  He believes each kid should embrace their strengths and discover what makes them unique. Matt strives to help each child develop their individual strengths through art, play and thoughtful communication.
   
   Certifications: Licensed Art Teacher in VT for K-6, CPR and First Aid training, Wilderness First Aid.

Bonna, with Ripple at the helm, Kayaking on the CT River.

Bonna Wieler
   Outdoor Adventure Leader
      By offering explorers of all ages connection with the natural world and arts, Bonna helps participants to gain self-assurance and skills through outdoor and environmental education, and exploring their creativity in the natural arts.
   As an American Canoe Association certified Kayak Instructor, she is a trip leader/teacher/ guide through her year-round business, Bold Paths.  With her double masters in General Science Teaching and Environmental Education, she teaches, consults, networks, organizes and coordinates environmental activities, outdoor education, and river/watershed education for groups, camps and after school programs, while teaching team building, nature education, outdoor skills and natural arts.
  
   Certifications:  Antioch University New England Graduate School, Masters in Environmental Education, and Masters in General Science Teaching, Wilderness First Aid, CPR, American Canoe Association Kayak Instructor.

In matters related to employment, Raven's Wood Outdoor School for Renegades does not permit or condone discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal or State law.
​For questions regarding this policy please contact:
​Cindy Perry, Director, 802-785-4459.