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After School
Who We Are
Larissa Darias
Larissa was born in Miami, Florida and raised by her lovely adopted family up in Pennsylvania. She moved to Vermont in 2015 where she attended Lyndon State College. She graduated with a degree in Visual Communications. She is attending CCV working towards her ECE degree and directors credential. Larissa has experience working with children as a lead preschool teacher in Pennsylvania, an infant teacher in the Mad River Valley and, most recently, a pod teacher and nanny for a group of families in the Valley. She loves snowboarding, mountain biking and all things art! You can find her seeking adventures with her husband, son and their three dogs.
Ruth Davis
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​Ruth is very excited to be joining the NOW team! She is new to Vermont, Ruth moved here from Maine in June, and has loved everything this beautiful state has to offer. Previously she worked at a pediatric doctors office as a CNA working with a wide range of children, different ages and background, and that opportunity has given me a lot of vital skills in childcare. Ruth is currently a first year student at CCV studying Early Childhood Education. In her free time she loves to spend it outside any chance she can get, if she is not outside Ruth is most likely cuddling with her cats while crafting up a storm. Another hobby Ruth enjoys and grew up with, something she holds close to her heart, is singing and playing along with her guitar and ukulele. Ruth is truly excited for this opportunity to work with all your beautifully unique children in such a naturalistic atmosphere that nurtures their individuality.
Piper Rogers
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Piper is a local graduate at Harwood Union High School, graduated class of 2025. She is an aspiring sports medicine professional, with a soft spot for pediatrics. She has a passion for working with children. In her free time she is babysitting, cleaning, and housesitting for local people to the Mad river valley. When she’s not working you can find her drawing or painting, she also enjoys listening to music, going on car rides, and hanging out with her friends and family. Piper is excited to be part of the NOW family.
Mars Souligny
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Mars grew up over the mountain in Roxbury, VT. She loves the outdoors and being a vital part in supporting early childhood development. Mars was an outdoor education and mentor for four years. She is an artist and fashion designer with her own sustainable clothing brand. She loves to teach art and hands on learning strategies to children. She is thrilled to be part of the Neck of the Woods team.