New Anatomy Teacher Brings Unique Experience

It’s been quite a year in the Old Rochester Regional High School Science Department, where a few retirements have led to new teachers being hired, and new classes being taught by familiar faces.

After longtime Anatomy teacher Mary Cabral retired following the Thanksgiving break, her existing Anatomy classes have been taken over by Colleen Foster, who also teaches Health, and Jeremy Kennefick, a new addition to the ORR staff. So far, Mr. Kennefick is enjoying his time at ORR, and he recently shared his thoughts regarding his new position.

When it came to applying for the vacant teaching position, Mr. Kennefick’s status as a local gave him the edge.

“I live in the Tri-Town, so I’d been keeping my eye on the district for a while,” he explained. “And when the position came up, I applied.”

Mr. Kennefick has a background teaching science at several different schools in the Southcoast area, at many different levels of learning.

“I’ve taught at UMass Dartmouth, New Bedford Public Schools, and Acushnet Public Schools,” he said.

Here at ORRHS, he is mainly teaching Anatomy, although he also teaches a Forensic Science course, a popular science elective among juniors and seniors.

Kennefick had nothing but praise for ORR’s student body. He also noted that the kids here are much different from those at other schools where he has taught.

“The students here are polite and ask lots of good questions. It’s tough to compare to New Bedford,” said Kennefick. “There are plenty of good kids there, but here the kids are more self-sufficient and college-focused.”

He also gave a rundown on a couple of different objectives that he hopes to accomplish during his time at ORR.

“[I hope to contribute] my knowledge in science and my background, become a member of the staff, get to know the students, and also get involved with any extracurricular activities if possible,” he stated.

Bringing his love for science, teaching experience, and local background to the school, Mr. Kennefick is set to make a big impact on ORR’s science students for as long as he teaches at the high school.

By Patrick Briand

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