Katy founded The Accord School as a caring, connected learning community where middle schoolers are seen, understood, and valued for who they are.

Prior to The Accord School, Katy spent a decade leading Skills for Living, a social education center that inspired many professionals across the country to change the way social skills are taught. She is certified school counselor, and began her career in the Norwell Public Schools.

At school, Katy is usually be found teaching social classes, helping a student through a tricky moment, or coming up with a scheme for fun with a group of kids. Her favorite classroom is the school van, because it has endless potential for adventure.

Katy received her undergraduate degree in Education and Psychology from Stonehill College and her Masters in Counseling from Southern Connecticut State University.

Katy is a mom of two teenagers, Tyler and Jennie.

Nancy’s youngest son is an alum of The Accord School, so she understands the importance of families and students having the option of a smaller school setting experience. Nancy calls The Accord School “The soft place to land” because it is a place she believes that students have a place to heal, learn, and gain important insights and strategies towards living a happier healthier life.

Besides being a nurse, Nancy also helps with van transportation, and occasional maintenance. Whatever needs to be done, Nancy is just happy to be a part of Accord.

Nancy has been a Registered Nurse for 28 years, graduating from Curry College in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a minor in Psychology. Nancy lives in Duxbury with her husband and three sons.

Lisa Grize shows every student that they are, indeed, an artist. Using an approach called “Teaching for Artistic Behavior,” Lisa’s art room is unlike any students have experienced prior to coming to The Accord School.

Lisa values expression in all forms, and empowers students to learn technique, then create with free choice. Many of her students come in believing they are “not good at art,” and leave understanding the many ways that they communicate through art. Confidence grows in Lisa’s room.

Lisa is a mom to two children, Will and Veronica. She supports them in their many endeavors- from enthusiastically attending baseball games, going fishing and boat shows for hours on end, and creating incredible original costumes for Anime and Comic Conventions all over the Northeast and beyond.

Lisa received her undergraduate degree in art and graphic design from Western Connecticut State University.

Aidan is always on the move- he loves starting or joining in on any game in progress! His love for movement and fun quickly jumps to his students- he very quickly instills a deep respect for personal health and wellness on his students.

In addition to an undergraduate degree in kinesiology and psychology, Aidan holds a number of certifications, including:

ACE - Youth Fitness Specialist
ACSM - Personal Trainer
NSCA - Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dr. Sears Wellness - Families Health Coach Precision Nutrition - Nutrition Coach Massachusetts Teaching Certification in progress
Aidan enjoys reading books about personal development.

Watch: An Interview with Aidan

Greg has been teaching social and emotional programs in and around the Accord School for more than twelve years.

A high school math teacher by training, Greg found himself working at Skills for Living in 2012, leading gym games, making movies with kids, and supporting social education groups. After being trained on Social Thinking, Greg began to lead his own groups, and has been creating innovative programs ever since. Greg has been a Van Camp co-leader since the start.

Greg teaches high school math at South Shore Charter Public School and is the father of 4 young boys. He holds an undergraduate degree from Gordon College and a Master's in Education from Boston University.