Our Administration.

Hannah Parker
Principal 
802-451-3409
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Hannah Parker lives in Dummerston Vermont with her husband, children and family dog.  Hannah has spent twenty plus years in education as a high school social studies teacher, elementary and middle school counselor and special education social worker.  Hannah brings a commitment to collaborate with students, staff, families and community to make BUHS the best it can be for each individual person within this school community.  In Hannah's time as a school counselor she embraced many opportunities to enhance her knowledge base through a trauma informed lens. Hannah enjoys spending time with her friends and family, running and traveling.  ​

Cassie Damkoehler
 Assistant Principal
802-451-3431

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Cassie lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband, three sons, and two dogs.  Prior to becoming the assistant principal, she has worked in the Special Education field, with a wide variety of students, addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs. She has a background in trauma informed teaching and restorative practices. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family, exercise, and enjoy the outdoors.  She is excited to be part of Brattleboro Union High School, working with such amazing students and staff.  Go Bears!

Ben Coppolo
Assistant Principal 
802-451-3404

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Ben Coppolo lives in Newfane, Vermont with his wife and daughter. He has spent nearly twenty years in education as a high school English teacher, department chair, dual enrollment instructor, online teacher, and school leader. Ben spent the majority of his teaching career working within Indigenous communities in the Southwest, an experience that deepened his commitment to culturally responsive teaching and equity in education. He is passionate about strengthening systems and practices that address achievement gaps and ensure all students have access to meaningful learning opportunities. In addition to spending time with family, he enjoys reading, being outdoors, and playing music.

Samantha Stine
​Dean of Students
​802-451-3431

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Samantha (Sam) Stine lives in Putney after spending most of her life in various parts of Connecticut. While in CT, she worked as a Biology and Environmental science teacher and an organic farm manager. Prior to becoming Dean of Students, Sam worked in the math department at BUHS and is thrilled to be back in this new role. She is passionate about creating strong student support systems, collaborating with students, staff, families, and the greater Brattleboro community, and ensuring all students have access to an excellent and relevant education. Sam is the co-advisor of the PeaceJam club at BUHS, and it is one of her favorite parts of the job! Outside of school, Sam can be found doing anything that gets her outside, including hiking, swimming, biking, skiing, and gardening.