Guiding the Way:
Meet Our Leadership Team

Making Magic: Stories from Our Staff

Hear from the wonderful people working at Oak Hill School.

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The Heart of Our School

Discover the dedicated professionals who inspire and guide our community, fostering a supportive environment where every child's potential can be unlocked.

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Ana Wittig

Chief Administrator for Education

Years of Service: 30

Ana has been a part of the Oak Hill family for nearly 30 years. Starting off her career as a teacher, Ana rose through the ranks to her current role as Chief Administrator, where she oversees all of the “magic” we create here at Oak Hill School. In her spare time, Ana enjoys spending time with her grandson.

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Michael Champlin

Senior Director of Integration and Program Development, Title IX and Transition Coordinator

Years of Service: 25

Michael is responsible for the supervision of all Related Services and for new programming at Oak Hill School. Michael enjoys reading in his free time and working out in the morning before heading into the classrooms. He can be reached at 860 769 3860.

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Scott Esson

Director of Education

Years of Service: 14

Scott is responsible for helping implement some of the school's technology, and overseeing the Bristol and Plainville classrooms. Scott enjoys bike riding, movies, gaming and spending time with family and friends.

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Susan Oster

Director of Professional Learning

Years of Service: 37

Susan is responsible for overseeing all things related to learning opportunities and career growth. Susan prides herself on being a true Gemini and for that she does not commit to any one interest.

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Jacqueline Lorange

Senior Director of Education

Years of Service: 6

Jacqueline is responsible for overseeing the admissions process and the implementation of our functional, meaningful curriculum. She enjoys playing sports and spending time outside.

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Amanda Heim

Amanda Heim, MSN, RN, Director of School Health Services

Years of Service: 4

Amanda is responsible for the supervision of all the Licensed Practical Nurses and is responsible for the health and safety of Oak Hill Students. Amanda is a mom of three children that keep her very busy and a devoted wife to her husband. She enjoys spending time with her family.

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Roxanne Crane

Director of Expressive Arts


Years of Service: 13

Roxanne is responsible for bringing creative expression to the school environment. She has been making artsy messes and masterpieces at Oak Hill School for 13 years. In her spare time Roxanne enjoys yoga, painting, and sewing.

Crystal Campbell

Executive Assistant to the Chief Administrator of Oak Hill Schools

Rose Haefs

Director of Education

Rose oversees the Hartford classroom and Related Services while ensuring student programming is delivered consistently as designed. Outside of work, Rose enjoys reading, meditating, traveling and spending quality time with family and friends.

Kaitlyn Gomes

Director of Education

Katelyn oversees the Portland, Haddam-Killingworth, and Plainville classrooms. Outside of work, Katelyn is a classically trained violinist and an active member of the muscle car community.

Have more questions?

Contact us at (860) 769-3860 or email attendoakhillschool@Oakhillct.org