Faculty & Staff Directory

Greg Dunbar brings extensive experience in STEM education to Rumsey Hall School, where he teaches STEM to students in Pre-K through 5th grade. He is dedicated to the program he developed, which integrates science, technology, engineering, and math into the elementary curriculum, enhancing it with a skills-based approach that enriches the student experience. Mr. Dunbar was instrumental in writing and updating the PK-5 STEM curriculum, ensuring it remains relevant and adaptable.
He holds an M.Ed. in K-8 Science Education with a concentration in STEM Education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and an M.E.S. in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Environmental Sustainability from the University of Pennsylvania. He also earned a B.S. in Landscape Architecture. Additionally, Greg is certified in Project-Based Learning, Environmental Architecture, and holds certifications as a Certified Educator – Level 1 (Google), Apple Teacher, and Green Classroom Professional.
Outside of the classroom, Mr. Dunbar enjoys a variety of interests, including outdoor and indoor sports, photography, fishing, and woodworking.

Chrissy Dyball has been a valued member of the Rumsey Hall community since 2010. She holds a B.S. in Recreation Management from Springfield College and is a passionate advocate for the well-being of both mind and body. Chrissy leads the Lower School Physical Education and Upper School Health programs, where she inspires students to embrace fitness and develop lifelong healthy habits. She particularly enjoys teaching Lower School PE, where she fosters a love for sports and physical activity, helping young students build confidence and master new skills.
A dedicated and experienced coach, Chrissy works with athletes in Varsity Cross Country, serves as a Recreational Ski Coach, and leads the Varsity B Lacrosse team.  
Chrissy lives on campus with her husband, Mr. Dyball—Rumsey’s Math Department Chair and Assistant Dean of Students—and their three sons, all proud Blue Dogs. In their free time, the Dyball family loves spending time by the water, embracing the outdoors whenever possible.

Rebecca Eannacony joined Rumsey in 2020, bringing her passion for languages to young learners. She holds an M.S. in Elementary Education from the University of Bridgeport and a B.A. in Communications and Media with a Minor in Spanish from SUNY New Paltz. She enjoys using play, songs, and interactions to teach Spanish, creating a sense of excitement when students grasp a new language and culture. After school Ms. Eannacony can be found on the fields and courts coaching students in a variety of sports.
Outside of teaching, Rebecca is a proud mother of four, a weekend bartender, and a lover of culinary arts, home improvement, and nature. A New York native, she’s now New England obsessed—especially with autumn!

Kristin Eaton joined the Rumsey Hall School community in 2021 and serves as the Kindergarten Head Teacher. She brings more than a decade of head teaching experience in early childhood education prior to arriving at Rumsey. Since joining the School, she has further broadened her perspective through roles as an Assistant Teacher in Kindergarten/Pre-Primes and Pre-K, as well as serving as the Pre-Primes Head Teacher. Ms. Eaton holds an M.S. in Elementary Reading and Language from The University of Saint Joseph and a B.A. in Elementary Education from Goucher College.

 
She has always been passionate about teaching young children, and after gaining experience in various educational settings, she found her “teaching home” at Rumsey. She takes immense joy in seeing the world through the eyes of her five-year-old students, guiding them as they build a strong academic and social-emotional foundation.

She lives in the center of Litchfield and spends summers at her family’s home in Kennebunk, Maine, where she runs the literacy program at a summer camp by the beach. She is active in her church, an avid reader, a lover of ice cream, and an occasional needlepointer.  

Brooke Faison is a Library Media Specialist who received her Teaching Certification from RELAY Graduate School, a M.A. in International & Intercultural Service from the School for International Training and earned a B.A. from Connecticut College.  She began her library work as a clerk for Washington Primary School and then moved into the role of Library Clerk/Education Technology Specialist. Since 2022 she has been the Education Technology Specialist for Booth Free School and the Burnham School.
She enjoys cultivating the love of learning in young people, honed through 10 years of experience in elementary library and technology education, and eight years of being on a regional tech team for Pre-K-12.

Nicole Fancher, RN, joined the Rumsey Health Center team in 2024. She began her nursing career as an LPN in 2011 and became a Registered Nurse after earning her degree from Western Connecticut State University in 2018. Since 2024, Nicole’s experience includes hospital care, outpatient surgery, and pediatric home health. Nicole resides in Woodbury with her husband and two young sons. In her free time, she enjoys camping, reading, crocheting, and tending to her seven mini-chickens.

Jacob Ferry joined Rumsey Hall School in 2020 and is an integral part of the Maintenance Team. With a passion for hands-on work, Jacob takes pride in enhancing the beauty of the campus and ensuring the upkeep of its facilities. His dedication to maintaining both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the school’s buildings makes him a valuable asset to the community. Outside of his work at Rumsey, Jacob enjoys an active lifestyle, often found mountain biking, camping, through-hiking, or working out.

Julie Fredlund has lived in Washington, CT all of her life. After graduating from North Park University in 1980, she returned to her hometown and has been connected to Rumsey ever since. Involved in Washington’s Village Improvement Society, and her church, Julie’s role at Rumsey includes supporting the Head of School, Board of Trustees, Secondary School Counseling, the Athletic Department, and is the School’s Registrar. Julie and her husband Joe have two daughters, who live with their families in Atlanta, GA.

Jeff Gaudet comes to Rumsey from Vermont Academy where he was the Director of Technology and served as Varsity Lacrosse Coach and and prior to that was the Director of Technology at the Montessori School of Denver.  He holds a B.S. from Franklin Pierce University.  Mr. Gaudet is a dorm parent in South.  

Gary Giese joined Rumsey Hall in 2018 as a Learning Skills Teacher and holds a B.A. from  Mankato State College.  Working one on one with students in Learning Skills gives him the chance to get to know the students and help to find the best way that they can learn.

Outside of school, he is scouting antiques and enjoys his summers in New Hampshire.