Middle School Classroom (Ages 12-15)
Michael Micucci, Middle School Lead Guide
Michael came to Fayette County in 2017 and has quickly fallen in love with the beautiful natural features of the area and the connected vitality of the town of Fayetteville. He’s excited to bring his experience working with children for his entire adult life to NRGLC.
Michael began his career as a Training and Developmental Therapist, working with severely mentally ill children at the Anna Philbrook Center in Concord, NH. Coordinating with professional treatment teams, he planned and facilitated therapeutic group activities, teaching children coping skills and helping them achieve treatment objectives.
After receiving his degree in Language Arts and Experiential Education from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA, Michael began teaching at the Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School in South Hadley, MA. During his six years there, he became skilled in integrated STEAM practices, blending visual and performing arts with academics to create memorable educational experiences in classrooms as well as in nature, on stage, and in the community. He wrote $20,000 worth of grants for the school in 2014, one of which allowed for the creation of an organic garden which fed students and provided for a local food shelter.
Coaching the school’s only competitive sports team--a mixed-gender Ultimate Frisbee team-- Michael quickly redesigned the program to establish equal opportunity for female players, building distinct Boys and Girls Varsity and Junior Varsity teams. Female participation grew from 5 to 40 players. Michael was promoted to Athletic Director where he initiated a multi-faceted fundraising program which sustainably funded the entire cost of equipment and maintenance, while also covering team dues for students of low-income families.
Michael spent seven summers as Staff Trainer and Lead Counselor at Morse Hill Outdoor Education Center in Shutesbury, MA, becoming a certified professional-level CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instructor. While training staff in outdoorsmanship and facilitation skills, Michael used his Experiential Education background to teach techniques required to help children climb, bike, boat, hike, and work together to achieve “Eureka!” moments that create lifelong memories.
Michael is an avid musician and loves the outdoors, climbing, cycling and reading.
Michael began his career as a Training and Developmental Therapist, working with severely mentally ill children at the Anna Philbrook Center in Concord, NH. Coordinating with professional treatment teams, he planned and facilitated therapeutic group activities, teaching children coping skills and helping them achieve treatment objectives.
After receiving his degree in Language Arts and Experiential Education from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA, Michael began teaching at the Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School in South Hadley, MA. During his six years there, he became skilled in integrated STEAM practices, blending visual and performing arts with academics to create memorable educational experiences in classrooms as well as in nature, on stage, and in the community. He wrote $20,000 worth of grants for the school in 2014, one of which allowed for the creation of an organic garden which fed students and provided for a local food shelter.
Coaching the school’s only competitive sports team--a mixed-gender Ultimate Frisbee team-- Michael quickly redesigned the program to establish equal opportunity for female players, building distinct Boys and Girls Varsity and Junior Varsity teams. Female participation grew from 5 to 40 players. Michael was promoted to Athletic Director where he initiated a multi-faceted fundraising program which sustainably funded the entire cost of equipment and maintenance, while also covering team dues for students of low-income families.
Michael spent seven summers as Staff Trainer and Lead Counselor at Morse Hill Outdoor Education Center in Shutesbury, MA, becoming a certified professional-level CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instructor. While training staff in outdoorsmanship and facilitation skills, Michael used his Experiential Education background to teach techniques required to help children climb, bike, boat, hike, and work together to achieve “Eureka!” moments that create lifelong memories.
Michael is an avid musician and loves the outdoors, climbing, cycling and reading.
