Contributors
Teachers, Nurses, Artists & Nature Goers
All resources, activities and educational content hosted on Nature's Path Learning comes from a varied panel of field experts and guest educators!
Learn more about our contributors below.

Creative Editor
Jena Pucillo
Meet Jena Pucillo, a skilled professional with a diverse background in multimedia marketing, design, and school communications. Leveraging her expertise in the arts and proficiency in written and visual storytelling, Jena plays a crucial role in extending the mission of Nature's Path Learning beyond The White Barn's classrooms. Outside of work, she finds joy in dancing, painting, crafting stained glass artwork, and nurturing her flower gardens.

Curriculum
Danielle Wallace, M.Ed.
Danielle Wallace, the Curriculum Coordinator and Teacher Mentor at The White Barn Children’s Centre, began her education journey in 2002 at a CT state university. With 13 years of experience teaching Pre-K and Kindergarten in a public school, she is a CT certified teacher holding an M.Ed in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. Beyond her professional endeavors, Danielle treasures moments with her family, enjoying lake time, hiking, practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu, cooking, and cheering on her son Jacoby in soccer.

Health & Wellness
Sara Chmura, LPN
Sara Chmura, the School Nurse for both The White Barn and Linda's House, brings almost 7 years of nursing experience, with a focus on pediatrics. Beyond work, she enjoys spending time with her fur "kids" and husband Brett, exploring the outdoors through hiking and off-roading.

Health & Wellness
Lisa Audette, RN
Lisa Audette RN, a seasoned neonatal nurse, is dedicated to providing a high standard of care and a nurturing environment for children at Linda’s House Pediatric Daycare & Preschool in Thompson, Connecticut. She is also the founder of The White Barn Children's Centre, a hybrid-nature school where she enjoys gardening and connecting with nature alongside the students.

