Who We Are

Jocelyn Judge has been in public education for 30 years, primarily in New Hampshire and primarily as a secondary Spanish teacher. Public education roots run deep as she is the daughter of two former Connecticut public school teachers and is married to a retired New Hampshire public school teacher. She constantly champions our fantastic educators around the state through local union work, World Language association board membership, and NEASC visitations. She formerly lived in Conway and currently resides in Center Harbor with her husband and their dog. Sometimes their college daughter comes home, too.

Jake Goodwin is the grandson of elementary school teachers, a proud graduate of public schools and a sixth grade teacher in his 13th year of working in New Hampshire’s public schools. From mentoring early readers in Dover to supporting fourth grade students at Manchester’s Beech Street School, Mr. Goodwin has a deep understanding of schools, grounded in first-hand knowledge and gratitude for students, educators and communities. He believes in the power of educators to make a difference and he is working to ensure that educators’ voices are heard everywhere decisions are made.

Matt Castagna is a social studies teacher who is passionate about diversity and inclusion in both the classroom and educational policy decisions. As a young educator, he understands the challenges of being a student in the 21st century and has made it his mission to support teachers in developing students of the future. Matt sees the struggle of disability and inclusion as a powerful vector for helping people see the need for wholistic solutions to public education issues. Outside the classroom, Matt can be seen supporting other people with disabilities through adaptive sports and mentorship.

With nearly two decades of experience in secondary science education, Meredith Leavitt Coffin is a passionate advocate for positive change in public education. She firmly believes in the crucial role of teachers in shaping educational decisions and tirelessly strives to amplify their voices. Meredith is dedicated to promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice in education, working diligently each day to dismantle barriers and ensure that every student has genuine access to quality public education.

Kyra Dulmage is currently teaching fifth grade and has taught in public schools in a wide variety of communities including rural, urban and suburban serving all grades from pre k through 6th. She is passionate about all students, no matter where they live, having access to a quality educational experience. She wants to see more student empowerment and voice integrated into public schools.