Jennifer Russell-Bickford

My name is Jennifer Russell-Bickford and I'm thrilled to be joining Odyssey as a 5th Grade Crew Lead for the upcoming school year! Originally hailing from Maine, I pursued my education at the University of New Hampshire, earning a B.A. in Psychology and a M.Ed. in Elementary Education. In 2017, I furthered my qualifications by obtaining certification in Special Education. With twelve years of experience in education, I've had the privilege of teaching various grade levels including Kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th, and Special Education. In 2016, I made the leap to Colorado where I discovered my passion for outdoor pursuits. Becoming an avid hiker, I achieved the goal of summiting all of Colorado's 14ers. When I'm not in the classroom, you'll often find me exploring the wilderness through hiking, camping, skiing, and running. My journey in education has also taken me overseas. In 2020, I embraced the opportunity to teach at international schools, venturing to Jakarta, Indonesia, and currently, Quito, Ecuador. Now, I'm excited to return to Colorado and embark on the next chapter of my educational journey with the Odyssey Crew!

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