kelly_mertens_recommendation_by_harayama.pdf" - click link to read recommendation from Boston University Supervisor
This was the best PD I've ever attended." - Athol-Royalston Teacher
"Kelly made a long day of professional development fun, engaging and worthwhile. I am excited to implement some of her ideas and strategies immediately with my students." -Belmont Public School Teacher
"I feel so much more prepared for facilitating meetings after Kelly's workshop. I can't wait to use the agendas she provided and the resources". EDCO participant
"Unlike other PD, Kelly was student focused and related first as a teacher. Her approach, humor and ability to relate is refreshing!" - Bedford Public School Teacher
"Working with Kelly Mertens over the past several years has been a gift for my family. She has developed amazing bonds with all three of my children- they trust her implicitly and she can give them advice about their learning that they actually listen to. They ask, "When is Kelly coming this week?" so they can share their struggles and achievements. My husband and I are forever grateful for the sound guidance she has given us in navigating the processes of special education and supports in the public school setting." - Danvers resident
"The beginning of my eighth grade year started off a little shaky. However I was able to find comfort and confidence having Mrs. Mertens as a teacher and mentor. She not only helped me in math, she honestly changed my life. Four years later, she is no longer my teacher but she continues to check in to see how I am doing and even remembers the little details I have told her. She has always encouraged me to do my best and to believe in myself, which has helped me to overcome all the obstacles in my life. I am very lucky to have Mrs. Mertens in my world. She is my greatest role model, and I hope to one day be a teacher and inspire my students just like she has inspired me". -Courtney Field, DHS class of 2017
"As a young teen with learning disabilities, having Mrs. Mertens as a mentor, teacher and tutor has provided me great success, with both my past and for my future. She motivated me and engaged me so that I was able to build better skills in a variety of learning areas. She is a great role model and support system and I am beyond thankful I have Mrs. Mertens in my life. Today I am able to overcome challenges that I face in my college classes because of the skills I learned from her. Her ability to teach me in a way I understood and thoughtful advice was so appreciated and still is today. She is one of the most memorable teachers I ever had because she put the time and effort into helping me and my peers every day. I credit her to where I'm at today because of her encouragement, patience and advice. I am forever thankful!" -Lea Tavares, DHS class of 2014.
"Can Kelly provide all our PD? :) " - Brookline educator
This was the best PD I've ever attended." - Athol-Royalston Teacher
"Kelly made a long day of professional development fun, engaging and worthwhile. I am excited to implement some of her ideas and strategies immediately with my students." -Belmont Public School Teacher
"I feel so much more prepared for facilitating meetings after Kelly's workshop. I can't wait to use the agendas she provided and the resources". EDCO participant
"Unlike other PD, Kelly was student focused and related first as a teacher. Her approach, humor and ability to relate is refreshing!" - Bedford Public School Teacher
"Working with Kelly Mertens over the past several years has been a gift for my family. She has developed amazing bonds with all three of my children- they trust her implicitly and she can give them advice about their learning that they actually listen to. They ask, "When is Kelly coming this week?" so they can share their struggles and achievements. My husband and I are forever grateful for the sound guidance she has given us in navigating the processes of special education and supports in the public school setting." - Danvers resident
"The beginning of my eighth grade year started off a little shaky. However I was able to find comfort and confidence having Mrs. Mertens as a teacher and mentor. She not only helped me in math, she honestly changed my life. Four years later, she is no longer my teacher but she continues to check in to see how I am doing and even remembers the little details I have told her. She has always encouraged me to do my best and to believe in myself, which has helped me to overcome all the obstacles in my life. I am very lucky to have Mrs. Mertens in my world. She is my greatest role model, and I hope to one day be a teacher and inspire my students just like she has inspired me". -Courtney Field, DHS class of 2017
"As a young teen with learning disabilities, having Mrs. Mertens as a mentor, teacher and tutor has provided me great success, with both my past and for my future. She motivated me and engaged me so that I was able to build better skills in a variety of learning areas. She is a great role model and support system and I am beyond thankful I have Mrs. Mertens in my life. Today I am able to overcome challenges that I face in my college classes because of the skills I learned from her. Her ability to teach me in a way I understood and thoughtful advice was so appreciated and still is today. She is one of the most memorable teachers I ever had because she put the time and effort into helping me and my peers every day. I credit her to where I'm at today because of her encouragement, patience and advice. I am forever thankful!" -Lea Tavares, DHS class of 2014.
"Can Kelly provide all our PD? :) " - Brookline educator
