Justina Boyden is currently a first and second grade teacher at the Fayston School in Vermont. She has been teaching since 1998. She received her bachelor of education degree from the University of Vermont and later went on to pursue a master’s degree in special education. Justina was introduced to the Responsive Classroom approach 15 years ago and has since been a strong advocate for bringing the approach and practices into all classrooms. When she’s not teaching, Justina enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, traveling, and downhill skiing!