As an Education Specialist at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Diana focuses on STEM curriculum with an emphasis on problem-based learning. She holds an Ed.S. from UMass Lowell, an MSEd from Lesley University, and an MAT in Biology from UMass Dartmouth.
With more than 20 years of experience as both a classroom science teacher and education researcher—and another two decades in lab science—Diana brings a unique depth of knowledge to her role. She’s a skilled facilitator of professional development and well versed in the OpenSciEd curriculum, helping educators bring hands-on, inquiry-driven learning to life.
For Diana, working at Manomet is a dream come true. It allows her to connect with fellow educators and scientists and to support teachers in bringing science and nature into their classrooms. At home, she’s often observing the wildlife that shares her yard—from owls and hawks to foxes, salamanders, and tree frogs.
