Specials

Sam Hett
Email 
262-367-2000 x156 
 

Engineering
Physical Education/Health

Hello! My name is Sam Hett, and I am so excited to be part of the Swallow family!

I graduated from Viterbo University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Pre-K- 6th) and a minor in Early Childhood Education. I was also a student athlete for the men’s basketball team at Viterbo. I spent the first year of my college career in Irvine, California, but I knew my family and friends in Wisconsin would eventually lead me back home.

I have taught kindergarten, second, third, fourth and fifth grades in Milwaukee, Waterford, Johnson Creek and Wauwatosa throughout my 23-year teaching career. I strongly value personalized learning and meeting students at their readiness levels. I prioritize helping students in managing their social emotional regulation. This provides students with the tools necessary to not only be successful in the classroom but in the community as well.

When I am not at school, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three young children. We spend any free time we have boating and being outdoors during Wisconsin’s warmest months. My favorite activities include attending Wisconsin sporting events and concerts. I am a huge fan of the Packers, Brewers, Badgers and Bucks.

 Lauren LaFond
 Email
 262-367-2000 x318

 Band/Music

Tom Mancuso
Email 
262-367-2000 x105

Art
 

Hello, I am Tom Mancuso, known to my students over the years as Mr. Man. As the new art teacher at Swallow School I am excited to be part of the Swallow community and teach 4K & 5K art. I have been a K-12 art educator for the School District of Waukesha (SDW) for the past 30 years. In addition, I have been the SDW Art Coordinator since 2017. I am a graduate of the HS of Art & Design in NYC (1977), and attended the School of Visual Arts in NY. I received my BFA in Art Education at UWM in 1992. I have a Masters in Visual Studies through Cardinal Stritch University.

My wife and I have been residents of the Town of Delafield since 1988. We have 2 sons who are graduates of Arrowhead HS and UWM. My wife Patte had a state licensed daycare in our home, Sundance Family Daycare, from 1989-1998. I have been involved in the Lake Country community for many years as a coach for the Hartland Hawks baseball organization, and the Lake Country United Soccer Club. I was a School Co-Chair for the referendum committee that worked to fund the building of North Shore MS in 1995.

In between my years at SVA and UWM I was cook and chef at several restaurants in CO, NY, WA and WI. I still cook for fun and enjoy grocery shopping! I continue to work and play in the fields of Photography, Graphic Design, Ceramics and Painting.

I look forward to working with you and your children as we develop their creative expression and skills.

Rebecca Mork 
Email
262-367-2000 x147

Art

Welcome to 1st-8th Grade Art!! My goals for students are that they will find success; gain artistic and problem-solving skills; learn that mistakes are a way to learn and grow; and discover a love for art -- whether it’s a medium, an artist, technique, process, or just a positive way to express themselves.

Professional Experience
One of the best things about teaching art is having the opportunity to see students grow from year to year. I have experience teaching in both art and regular education classrooms from Pre-K through 12th grade. I run a middle school Art Club. Additionally, I am the scenery designer and one of the Swallow Middle School Drama Club directors.

Education
My Bachelor’s Degree is in Art Education, Pre-K-12th Grade with a minor in English from UW-Milwaukee. In 2010, I earned a Pre-K through 6th Grade regular ed teaching license through the MAT program at Cardinal Stritch University; and in 2016 completed my Masters in the Art of Teaching, also through Cardinal Stritch.

Personal Life
I enjoy spending time with my husband, Steve, and three children -- Jakob (21), Annika (19), and Erika (17) and our fancy Australian Terrier/Basset/Beagle/Dachshund mix, Cinna and our little Italian Doxie, Banksy. I also enjoy working on my own art, exercising, going to concerts and the theater, reading, spending time with friends, gardening, cooking, and playing/running team trivia, and volunteering at Life Center MKE’s food pantry.

Scott Otto 
Email 
262-367-2000 x156  

Physical Education/Health/Adaptive Physical Education

Hi! My name is Mr. Otto, and I am very excited for another awesome year at Swallow School! I am thrilled to be your teacher. I’m looking forward to a year of learning from each other, fun and excitement. I can’t wait to learn more about you, but first I’ll tell you a little about me.

I grew up in West Allis, WI and attended West Allis Central High School. In high school I participated on the football, basketball, track and baseball teams. I was also involved in the National Honors Society, Math Team and Conservation Club. I earned my degree in Physical Education, Adapted Physical Education, Coaching Education and Health Education from UW-Whitewater and my Masters in Educational Administration from Concordia University-Wisconsin.

This year will be my 27th year in education. My previous positions have included Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, Athletic/Activities Director, and Head Football Coach. I have taught physical education and health in the South Milwaukee, Hamilton-Sussex and West Allis-West Milwaukee School Districts.

I married my high school sweetheart and we celebrated our 26th wedding anniversary this summer. We have three boys and a dog. I love playing disc golf, working out and going to see live music.

If you ever have any questions feel free to email me or call and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Looking forward to a great year!