1st Grade

Witney Christie (she/her)

Grade and ClassroomGrade 1 Teacher, Room 103
Year Started at the Bates2021
Alma MaterBrandeis University, BA & MAT
HometownPhiladelphia, PA
The Bates is Great BecauseWe have a community that truly values inclusivity, diversity, and growth. Our students learn that everyone is different. And, we need to always respect and include them as we all continue to grow as scholars, community members, and global citizens
Emailwchristie@bostonpublicschools.org

Bryde King (she/her)

Grade and ClassroomGrade 1 Teacher, Room 104
Year Started at the Bates2004
Alma MaterUConn, BA, Wheelock M.Ed, Bridgewater State CACG
HometownOriginally from Lynn, MA & Windham, NH, currently reside in Quincy, MA
The Bates Is Great BecauseNot only do we have the best view in Boston, Bates families, colleagues, and students celebrate differences and value inclusion!
Emailbking2@bostonpublicschools.org

Shing Fan (she/her)

Grade and Classroom1st Grade Inclusion Specialist
Year Started Working at the Bates2022
Alma Mater
UMass Boston
HometownDedham, MA
The Bates Is Great BecauseWe work together as a team to help our students become confident learners
Emailsfan@bostonpublicschools.org

Bessie Maher (she/her)

Grade and Classroom1st Grade Paraprofessional
Year Started at the Bates2022
Alma MaterDean College
HometownBoston
The Bates is Great Because
Emailbmaher@bostonpublicschools.org