Grace Willard
In the summer of 2023, Grace Willard stepped into the role of School Director at Fair Acres, bringing extensive experience in early childhood education and organizational leadership. She holds a BA and MA in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Special Education, as well as a Master of Development Studies (MDS) in Organizational Leadership & Management. Grace also earned a post‑graduate Leadership Management credential from Harvard University in Massachusetts.
Currently pursuing her PhD in Child Education at WU, Grace demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous professional growth and educational excellence. With 17 years of experience in the education field as an educator and over a decade in leadership roles, she is dedicated to building collaborative school communities, strengthening family partnerships, and fostering inclusive, enriching learning environments where every child is supported to thrive and reach their full potential. Her warm, thoughtful leadership has cultivated strong, lasting relationships among children, educators, and families.
Sarah Jacob
Sarah began her journey at Fair Acres as a summer camp counselor in 2022. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology in May 2025, she joined our school team as a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant. Currently, Sarah is pursuing her master’s degree in Mental Health and School Adjustment Counseling at Bridgewater State University. She is passionate about working with young minds, and finds great joy in teaching within her hometown community.
Debbie DeCastro
Debbie joined Fair Acres as our Preschool Teacher in September 2025. She grew up in Wellesley, MA, and later raised her four children with her husband in Holliston before settling on Cape Cod. Debbie holds a certificate in Early Childhood Education and brings a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of young children. She is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive classroom environment where young children can thrive. Outside of school, Debbie treasures time spent with her family and grandchildren.
Jen Campbell
Jen grew up north of Boston and eventually found her way to Cape Cod in 1998. Jen lives in Pocasset with her husband Matt and three sons. Jen has been teaching preschool since 2004 and has been a teacher of the preschool classroom at Fair Acres since 2008. In the time since starting Fair Acres, Jen has acquired her EEC Director’s Certification and has continued her education in the field of Early Childhood. When Jen is not teaching, she loves going to the beach, reading, singing karaoke, and playing with her boys Henry, Winston, and Evan.
Linda Crawford
Linda joined Fair Acres in 2013 as a teacher in the Pre-K program and became the kindergarten teacher in 2013. Linda is a graduate of Bridgewater State University and began her teaching career in the town of Harvard, MA. After relocating to Falmouth with her husband John, they began their own family and Linda was fortunate enough to be able to stay home for 10 years while raising their three boys. She returned to teaching in 2001 and has since taught preschool at multiple levels in both Mashpee and Falmouth. She found her home in the kindergarten class several years ago and looks forward to the fun and learning that takes place each day! Linda spends her free time reading, gardening and swimming. She cherishes every minute she gets to spend with her grandchildren!
Lizzie Durante
Lizzie joined the Fair Acres family in 2014 in our aftercare program and continued her role as a camp counselor, teacher assistant, and is currently a preschool teacher. She resides in Cotuit with her family. She earned her degree from Bridgewater State University in Early Childhood Education. In her leisure time, she enjoys being a nanny, yoga, knitting, running, biking, and snuggling with her puppy, Arlo.
Judy Fligg
Judy considers herself fortunate to have spent so many years at Fair Acres and having taught in every classroom. She earned her certificates in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. She has raised five children of her own and now enjoys her many grandchildren, while living in Mashpee. When Judy is not spending time with children and her family, you can find her designing flowers for weddings. Her life is all about her appreciation for being able to do what she loves and being with her children.
Erika Gray
Erika has worked at Fair Acres since 2009 with a few years off in between to get married and have a baby! She has a husband named Jason, and a son named Mason. Mason is nine and is in third grade at Barnstable West Barnstable Elementary School. During her free time, Erika enjoys cooking, reading, and going to the beach. You can also find her rooting for the Patriots every Sunday!
Stephanie Mackenzie
Stephanie joined Fair Acres in 2022. She grew up in Barnstable and graduated from Barnstable High School, where she earned her Early Childhood Education teaching certificate. Stephanie has over 30 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to school-age children and has continued her education obtaining Infant/Toddler and Director Certifications. Stephanie enjoys going to the beach, watching football and basketball, spending time with her bonus children, nephews, and her mentee with Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
Julie Morris
In 2017 Julie and her husband sold their primary residence and moved to their home in East Dennis! Julie found Fair Acres Country Day School, and has been a part of this special community for 8 years! I am a graduate from Wheelock College where I majored in both Early Childhood Education and Special Education, and have been working in this field since 1990! Julie has two amazing children, one beautiful granddaughter, and one very busy grandpuppy!
Tracy Prete
Tracy grew up in Arlington, MA, and moved to Sandwich in 2001. She has taught since 1992 and has been a teacher at Fair Acres since 2005. All three of her college-age children began their schooling at Fair Acres. Tracy is Director-certified and graduated in Early Childhood Education from Becker College. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her family, visiting her children, and watching the Boston Bruins.
Peggy Pierce
Hello! My name is Peggy, and I’m passionate about nurturing young minds and watching children grow in so many meaningful ways. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and earned my Master’s degree from Lesley University. I live in Plymouth and am the proud mother of three grown children and grandmother to seven wonderful grandchildren. Life is never dull with my energetic Chihuahua by my side! I’m looking forward to a joyful and enriching school year at Fair Acres filled with learning, laughter, and growth.
Tracy Hilfrank
Tracy started at Fair Acres as a Pre-K teacher in 2017 . After retiring in 2022, she continued her role as a substitute teacher to support the team. She graduated with her masters from SUNY Maritime College. She currently lives in Mashpee with her husband. Her daughters live in NY City and Beacon Hill, MA. She enjoys skiing, pickleball, traveling, golf and spending time with her family.
Tatsi Basile
Tatsi Basile joined Fair Acres School in Fall 2025 as a Teacher Assi. She is currently studying at Cape Cod Community College and plans to continue her education in Early Childhood Education, earning her bachelor’s degree after completing her associate degree at 4Cs. Tatsi has been engaged in the early education and child development field since 2021 and completed a Pre‑K internship from 2024–2025 from Barnstable High School. Born and raised in Barnstable and now living in Centerville, MA, she is passionate about working with young children—especially preschoolers—and enjoys writing (she has published a novel), yoga, painting, and spending time with loved ones.