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The staff of Durango Mountain Camp are hand-picked professionals dedicated to the academic success and personal achievements of each student. The Directors of the camp are: |
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Executive Director |
Joyce Bilgrav, M. Ed.
Fellow: Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators
Austin, TX
Mrs. Bilgrave's four decades of academic and camp experience span the United States. She is the co-founder and former Director of The Jemicy School of Baltimore, Maryland, a nationally acclaimed program of excellence for dyslexic students. She co-founded and directed Camp Bombadil, a day camp for dyslexic students, and Big Rock Creek Camp, a conference center and outdoor science program in the Angeles National Forest of southern California. More recently, Mrs. Bilgrave was instrumental in founding the Rawson-Saunders School for dyslexic children in Austin, Texas.
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Assistant Director |
Zane Bilgrav
Zane Bilgrav is a co-founder of Durango Mountain Camp and works closely with the counseling and outdoor pursuits staff to coordinate a rich outdoor pursuit and co-curricular experience for all campers. Zane's professional passion has always been the marriage of scholastic endeavors with experiential programs. Prior to moving to Durango, Zane was a marine science faculty member at Hawaii Pacific University, co-founded and co-director of Pacific Quest Outdoor Adventures, and owned Pacific Quest Divers – a scuba education, charter and retail company. Along with DMC, Zane currently works at Durango Mountain Resort in real estate sales |
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Assistant Director |
M.J. Bilgrav
Certified AOGPE
Durango, Colorado.
M.J. Bilgrave is a co-founder and co-director of Durango Mountain Camp, and is certified by the Orton Gillingham Academy as an OG certified language therapist. Before moving to Durango in 1996, she was the co-founder and co-director of Pacific Quest Outdoor Adventures which specialized in group outdoor adventures and educational programs in Hawaii and the Pacific. M.J. has been teaching dyslexic students for the past 16 years. She is currently a faculty member of Grace Preparatory Academy of Durango where she teaches English and Algebra. She has a private tutoring practice working with dyslexic students. She has been tutoring at DMC for ten years. |
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Peter Kornoff
B.A in History, B.S. in Kinesiology
Mr. Kornoff has worked with dyslexic students for 13 years as well as organized various outdoor pursuits for 18 years. He's been a teacher and coach at Littlerock High School in California for 10 years. Peter is currently DMC's Director of Outdoor Pursuits and is passionate in seeing kids reach their potential in academics, social skills, and self esteem by developing their skills in outdoor pursuits.
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Jake Brooks
Mr. Jake Brooks is one of DMC's art instructors. This year is his first year with DMC. He currently teaches at Grace Preparatory Academy in Durango, Colorado and has his own graphic design business. Jake strives to connect with students in a positive and lasting way by inspiring them to pursue art.
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Tracy Brothers-B.S.
Nutrition,
Orton- Gillingham Certification in process
Mrs. Tracy Brothers is an academic tutor at DMC. She has several dyslexic children and has experience in teaching/relating to their needs. This year is Tracy's second year with DMC, and she has a passion to see students grow in all aspects of their learning. She currently teaches Science at Grace Preparatory Academy in Durango, Colorado.
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Andrew Costigan-B.A.
English, Religion, M.Ed. Human Development,
Educational Psychology
Mr. Andrew Costigan ,an academic tutor at DMC, will be starting to work on his doctorate degree this fall. He also does private tutoring. This is his seventh year with DMC. Andrew has worked at the Kildonan School for dyslexic students for two years and Rawson-Saunders School three years. He is very interested in teaching dyslexic students and is very happy to have had the opportunity to work with them over the years. |
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Beau Martin-B.A.
Russian Literature, M. Ed.
Mr. Beau Martin is also one of our academic tutors for DMC. He first learned the Orton-Gillingham technique for teaching dyslexics a decade ago at Delaware Valley Friends School and has taught at The Kildonan School. He's been tutoring with DCM for seven years and is currently a teacher at the Academy in Manayunk in Philadelphia, PA. DMC is the perfect working vacation for a teacher out in the picturesque San Juan Mountains. |
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Katie Cashette-M.
Ed Cognitive Science in Education,
Teachers College- Columbia University
Ms. Katie Cashette was trained in Orton-Gillingham at the Kildonan School in upstate New York, where she taught for 2 years. In her 7th summer at DMC, she tutors 4 students and is a math instructor. She currently teaches gifted math/science and history and tutors language skills at Liberty School in Durango, Colorado. She thoroughly enjoys mountain biking, mountaineering, exploring and living in this gorgeous area of the country. |
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Christian Holmen-B.A. English
Mr. Christian Holmen is DMC's writing instructor. He currently teaches at Liberty School in Durango, Colorado. Christian holds a B.A. in English and has been teaching in the classroom for nine years. This is Christian's first year with DMC, and he's looking forward to getting to know his students and helping them enjoy the process of writing. |
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Eran Maor-M. Ed.
Special Education
Mr. Eran Maor is one of DMC's academic tutors who is a special education English teacher in Thousand Oaks, California and has many athletic pursuits. This is Eran's second year with DMC, and he is excited for the opportunity to contribute, learn, and have fun with campers and staff this year.
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Elizabeth McEwan-B.A.
Psychology, M. Arts Teaching
Ms. Biz McEwan is an academic tutor for DMC. She currently teaches in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is Biz's first year with DMC. However, she has been working with dyslexic students for ten years, and she's looking forward to seeing her students make progress and enjoy Outdoor Pursuits. Biz was trained in Orton Gillinghan at the Jemicy School in Maryland.
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Matt Seagrave-B.A.
Media Communications
Mr. Seagrave is doing an internship with DMC this year. Matt has a coaching business for cycling & triathlons. He's been a full time athlete for eight years. His ultimate goal is to get into teaching, something he's always wanted to do. Matt enjoys helping people out because of all the opportunities that people have helped him out in his own life.
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Pam Savage - M. A.
Ed. & PhD Candidate, Ed.
Mrs. Pam Sav age is an academic tutor with DMC. She's been with DMC for two years and is looking forward to refining her individual tutoring skills. Pam currently teaches at The Liberty School in Durango, Colorado working with gifted, dyslexic, and twice exceptional students. She loves the challenge of working with children of all ages and finding creative ways to meet their needs.
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Elenn Steinberg
Associates Fashion Marketing, B.A. Sociology, M. Ed in process
Ms. Elenn Steinberg is an academic tutor for DMC this year. It's her first year with DMC. Elenn also tutors, is a family advocate, literacy consultant, and speakers on the issues related to dyslexia and learning disabilities around the state and country. Elenn is the current president of the International Dyslexia Association – Rocky Mountain Branch. She is also working with the nation organization of IDA creating a model for legislation on a state level designed as a prototype for all states and a handbook for change at any level for all communities. She's excited to have fun and see the kids make great gains this year.
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Ann Webb
B.A. American Studies, MAT, Early Childhood
Ann Webb is an academic tutor for DMC. She's been with the camp since the beginning. After 20 years at The Jemicy School, she currently teaches at Liberty School in Durango. She also has a small private tutoring practice.
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Jenna Wright-B.A.
Special Education
Ms. Jenna Wright is in her second year of academic tutoring for DMC. She is currently a special ed resources teacher for grades K-5 at a school in Durango, Colorado. Jenna is anticipating academic growth for campers and for herself.
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Tom Llewellyn
AA Letters, Arts, Sciences, B.A. Communications
Mr. Tom Llewellyn has been a counselor for DMC for three years. He currently is a teacher's aide in special education. Tom enjoys sailing, shooting, photography, and technology. He's looking forward to facilitating minors entrusted to him so they may full experience and enjoy the academic, physical, and social opportunities afforded to them while maintaining a safe and positive environment. |
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Brent Eastin
Mr. Brent Eastin is in his 2nd year at being a counselor at DMC. Brent enjoys doing anything outside and is looking forward to building a fun relationship with the kids. |
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Lillian Goodman-B.A.
History
Ms. Lillian Goodman is enjoying her 1st year as a counselor at DMC. She recently graduated from N.Y.U. Lillian enjoys running, reading, and being outdoors. She's anticipating making great new friends and having lots of fun at camp this year. |
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Chris Glynn-B.A.
Psychology
Mr. Chris Glynn is a counselor at DMC for his 1st year. He currently is a ski instructor in ***. Chris is excited to explore the Durango area and enjoy spending most of his time outside playing in the beautiful scenery. He enjoys music, surfing, biking, rock climbing, and skiing.
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Bobby Haynes-B.A.
Sociology
Mr. Bobby Haynes is a 2nd year counselor here at DMC. He is currently as special education teacher in Knight High School in Palmdale, California. Bobbie enjoys history, dirt biking, heavy metal music, and teaching. He's looking forward to getting active and having a wonderful time with both staff and campers this year. |
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Anna Archer
Ms. Anna Archer is also a 2nd year counselor at DMC this year. She is currently attending University of Kansas working on a major in Environmental Studies with a minor in Public Policy. Anna enjoys nature, exercising, reading, and learning. She's looking forward to getting to know the campers and staff making this summer even better than last. |
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Max Archer
Mr. Max Archer is enjoying his 1st year as a counselor at DMC. In past years, he's attended DMC as a camper. Max enjoys running, cooking, biking, reading, and being outdoors. He's anticipating meeting the kids at camp this year. |
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