By JP Salvatore (IV) Ms. Marcy Cohen is joining Pingry’s health services and counseling department as the new learning specialist! Upon meeting her for the first time, it was immediately clear how excited she is to be at Pingry and get to know the students.
Ms. Cohen attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in sociology. Later, she went on to receive two Master’s degrees: one in elementary education from The College of New Jersey, and another in educational leadership at Simmons College. She then remained in Massachusetts, teaching at the Pollard Middle School in Needham, before returning to New Jersey to join the Pingry faculty.
Now, a few weeks into the school year, Ms. Cohen is already enjoying her new role. She is “impressed with all the students that she has worked with and is excited to bring her knowledge to the school.” Although Ms. Cohen does not teach any courses, she is very involved in the Pingry community. She works 1-1 with students to help them stay organized, acts as a resource for the community, helps teachers accommodate the various needs of their students, and offers a friendly face in the hallways. Her inspiration for becoming a teacher was her “passion for helping kids reach their full potential,” as well as her gift for connecting with the students.
Lastly, a few fun facts to get to know her better: She has two young daughters, aged 5 and 2, she is a Knicks fan, and she loves to explore the New Jersey outdoors. Welcome to the community, Ms. Cohen!