People Type: Staff

As the Education Manager for Professional Learning Programs at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Kara is passionate about supporting educators with professional development that’s both content-rich and practical. She holds a M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction with a specialization in English as a Second Language, and brings valuable insight from her years as an elementary school teacher.

Kara understands the joys and challenges of the classroom firsthand, and she’s committed to creating engaging, high-quality learning experiences for teachers that balance strong science content with effective pedagogy. At Manomet, she’s excited to help expand the Wade Institute’s reach by building new partnerships and bringing programs to more communities.

Outside of work, Kara enjoys reading, dancing, listening to podcasts, and getting creative with crafts.

As the Director at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Kathryn brings over 20 years of experience in conservation and science education—both in the classroom and in informal settings—into everything she does. Her passion shows through in the way she designs and delivers science programs that support teachers, schools, and entire districts.

Kathryn holds a MSEd in Secondary Science from Lehman College, as well as a M.S. in Conservation Biology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Kathryn began her career in science through informal education and the zoo community. She then moved into the classroom, teaching middle school science in New York City public schools. There, she focused on problem-based learning to spark curiosity and foster engagement in her students.

Her background also includes field research in Costa Rica and Uganda, where she studied primates as part of her graduate work. Before joining the Wade Institute, Kathryn spent several years working in the zoo community, most recently at the Bronx Zoo with the Wildlife Conservation Society.

Now at Manomet, she’s excited to return to her conservation roots and help grow the organization’s education work—especially by expanding its focus to include not just students, but teachers and adult learners, too. Outside of work, Kathryn loves exploring the outdoors and diving into creative projects. For her, science is as much about creativity as it is about discovery.

As an Education Specialist at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Margaret Brumsted brings her deep love for oceanography and decades of teaching experience to her work with educators.

Margaret has spent much of her career teaching high school science, specializing in Oceanography, Marine Biology, and AP Environmental Science. She holds a B.S. in Biology and an M.S. in Marine Environmental Science. Throughout her career, she has embraced professional development opportunities that have taken her far beyond the classroom. She’s sailed on tall ships as an educator, conducted field research in places like Costa Rica, Belize, the Bahamas, and Mexico, and even worked alongside scientists aboard research vessels in Hawaii and Antarctica.

Now, Margaret is passionate about sharing those experiences with today’s educators. Through her work at the Wade Institute at Manomet, she helps teachers bring the excitement of science—and the spirit of exploration—into their own classrooms.

She lives in Rhode Island and enjoys a range of outdoor adventures, including backcountry skiing, sailing on Narragansett Bay, traveling, and bike touring.

As an Education Specialist at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Rosemary brings decades of experience and a true passion for science education. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Lesley University and an M.S. in Marine Biology from Southeastern Massachusetts University (now UMass Dartmouth).

Before joining the Wade Institute, Rosemary spent more than 32 years with Taunton Public Schools, where she served as a high school biology teacher and science curriculum supervisor. She’s passionate about helping educators bring high-quality, engaging science instruction to their students—and sees her work at Manomet as a natural continuation of that mission.

At Manomet, Rosemary works closely with her colleagues to design and deliver professional learning experiences that support and inspire K–12 teachers. She also helps assess the impact of these programs by developing evaluation tools and digging into participant feedback. Outside of work, you’ll often find her out on a nature walk, exploring the shoreline, or spending quality time with her family.

As an Education Specialist at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Sharon brings over 20 years of science education experience to the table—and she’s excited to share that knowledge with both teachers and students.

Sharon is in her “third act.” After graduating from the University of Oklahoma, she spent 15 years as a Training Manager in the healthcare sector. But her passion for working with younger learners led her to a new path—first as a volunteer naturalist in school programs, and then, after earning her MSEd from Cambridge College, as a middle school science teacher.

Since then, Sharon has inspired hundreds of young scientists, encouraging curiosity and a deep appreciation for the natural world. Outside the classroom, you’ll likely find her in the water—she’s a swim instructor and loves paddleboarding and swimming wherever she can. She’s even hoping to convince her dog, Neptune, to join her on the board! At home, she shares life’s adventures with her husband, son, and their cat, Luna