Renay Emmanuele-Bednarz:  

Life Hello Everyone! Here's what I've been up to: Upon graduation from Westford Academy, I attended Bentley College where I earned my Liberal Arts degree in Behavioral Sciences. The following fall, I began working on my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Rivier College. While working through this program I also became teacher certified through my work in a preschool/kindergarten facility, gained clinical experience working in a Psychiatric hospital, and completed a one year internship as a child therapist and psycho-educational group leader. After 3 rewarding years as a child therapist, I accepted a position as a head teacher in a Montessori school, which led me to attain my second Master's degree, this one being in Early Childhood Education with Montessori certification through Endicott College. Upon completion of this program, I went back into the counseling field, joined a private practice, and earned my LMHC (Mental Health Counselor), School Guidance Counselor, and School Social Worker Licenses. In the fall of 2002 I accepted my current position of Elementary Guidance Counselor and Special Education Chairperson. Shortly after being hired, I mourned the loss of my Grandma Emmanuele, who I admire and co...Expand for more