Mrs. Barnes is excited to begin another year at The Wang Middle School teaching math to her 5th grade students. She was raised in Chelmsford and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Before coming to teach in Lowell, she taught 8th grade math in the Lawrence public school system. Mrs. Barnes moved to Salem recently and enjoys going for walks downtown with her dog Micah. In addition to her love for walking, Mrs. Barnes also loves going to the beach, hiking, horseback riding, and traveling.

Hello! I am so excited to continue my teaching career at the Wang! Although this is my first year here, I previously taught 5th grade ELA and Social Studies at the Englesby in Dracut. In my free time, I love to read! As a student who once disliked reading, my goal this year is to find a passion for reading in as many students as I can!

My name is Ms. Kate Garabedian. I teach 5th grade math and science at the Wang. This is my 9th year teaching and my third year at the Wang. I feel so lucky because I LOVE math and science, and I get to teach both! My number one goal is to have all students feel successful, and I work closely with all of the other 7th grade teachers to help make it happen. My favorite season is fall because it is the absolute best weather for learning and has the prettiest leaves. In my free time I enjoy traveling, reading, baking, and spending time with my new baby girl.

I have a passion for reading and history and my goal is to ignite that passion in others.

My name is Pamela Merlino and I am one of the 6th grade math/science teachers at the Wang.  I have been a teacher for over thirty years, most of which have been spent at the Wang. I LOVE teaching math and science. My number one goal is to make math and science accessible and FUN for ALL students.  I work very closely with Ms. Colon, Mrs. Mosley, and Mr. King (the other 6th grade math/science teachers) to ensure that all students receive the very BEST from us. I have very HIGH expectations for all my students and believe ALL students can learn and succeed if they put 100% effort and dedication into their work. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially my granddaughter.