People Type: Staff

Janine joined Manomet Conservation Sciences as the Education Coordinator & Visual Design Specialist for the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences. In that role, she blended her love of creative communication with a passion for advancing science education. In late 2025, she transitioned to Operations Coordinator at Manomet. She holds a B.A.  in English from Bridgewater State University and has spent her career supporting STEM learning through informal education programs.

Before joining Manomet, Janine worked with several museums and education-focused organizations, where she designed eye-catching marketing materials and helped programs run smoothly behind the scenes. She played a vital support role at the Wade Institute before its merger with Manomet, connecting educators to high-quality professional development through both operations and design.

Now at Manomet, Janine is excited to continue creating resources and experiences that inspire environmental awareness and stewardship across all ages.

As the Education Manager for Customized School Programs at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Regan is dedicated to helping science teachers thrive. He brings seven years of classroom experience and a deep passion for equity in education to his work supporting high-quality professional learning.

Regan earned his MSEd through the Boston Teacher Residency at UMass Boston and spent seven years teaching middle and high school science in Boston Public Schools. He was an early adopter of OpenSciEd and later contributed to field testing efforts through Boston College’s OEI Initiative. Regan is passionate about equity in education and the shifts in Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), particularly through the use of high-quality instructional materials.

At Manomet, Regan is excited to keep advancing the Wade Institute’s mission by creating thoughtful, engaging programs that reflect the best in science pedagogy. Outside of work, you’ll find him in the kitchen cooking, out on a trail hiking, or relaxing with his two cats, friends, and family.

As an Education Specialist at the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences, Kathy brings deep expertise in K–5 science education to Manomet Conservation Sciences, with a special focus on connecting science and literacy in meaningful, accessible ways. She holds a M.S. in K–8 Science Education from Vermont State University and has worn many hats throughout her career—as an elementary teacher, state science supervisor, coach, and Education Specialist with the Wade Institute.

With extensive training in adult learning theory and instructional coaching, Kathy excels at leading professional learning experiences that resonate with educators. She’s especially passionate about ensuring that young students receive high-quality science instruction that also fosters their growth as thoughtful citizens and land stewards.

At Manomet, Kathy is excited to support the organization’s mission by learning more about bird migration and helping teachers and students discover ways for people and ecosystems to thrive together. When she’s not working, Kathy enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, watching birds at her feeders, diving into murder mysteries on BritBox, or reading on her Kindle.

Amy is a National Public Relations Award recipient with over 12 years of experience in public relations, development, and event planning across government, educational, and nonprofit sectors.

Originally from Pennsylvania, Amy holds a B.A. from West Chester University and is a public innovator grant recipient with a strong civic leadership and community engagement background. She has dedicated significant time to volunteering for various boards and councils throughout her career, earning multiple awards and proclamations for her contributions.

Amy’s passion for birds stems from her mother, who instilled a love for nature, always accompanied by her “bird book” and binoculars, as well as from her many visits to the Outer Banks of North Carolina and Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. She resides in Manomet, Massachusetts, with her husband and two sons. Outside of work, Amy enjoys traveling, spending time at the beach, supporting her beloved Philadelphia sports teams (Go Birds!), and homesteading at her historic 1700s farmhouse by the sea.

Christine Harding is our Digital Content Manager. She is a creative marketing professional with a wealth of experience in developing and directing comprehensive marketing initiatives across various sectors. She earned her BS in Business from Northeastern University and her MBA from Suffolk University.

Christine brings a broad base of marketing knowledge to Manomet, coupled with over a decade of focused campaign experience. She is tasked with digital communications and content development, including e-news, social media, digital advertising, website, and event marketing.

Christine is passionate about the outdoors, community engagement, and lifelong learning. Christine is a nature and camping enthusiast and enjoys hiking with her dogs and family in and around New England. When not crafting engaging content, you can find her nose buried in a good book or experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes.

Giving back to her community is a core value for Christine. She is actively involved in various local initiatives and volunteers her time to support causes that resonate with her, including serving as the webmaster for her town’s youth soccer league. Whether on a hiking trail, at a local soccer game, or experimenting with a new dish, she finds joy in the journey and the connections she makes along the way.