Robin Barrett - Head Teacher
Robin has been a part of Here Wee Grow! since its very beginning. She was appointed to the Board of
Directors in 1994, and when the school opened its doors in 1995, she served as a substitute. Six months
later she moved into a regular teaching position. Working with young children is very rewarding for Robin.
She loves their natural enthusiasm for life and their uninhibited self- expression. Robin and her husband
Michael have lived in Enfield for 29 years. Michael is an Account Executive for The Horace Mann
Insurance Company. They enjoy antiquing and attending auctions together. The Barrett's oldest son, John
is and a graduate of University of New Haven. He is employed by Target as an Executive Team Lead. Son
Daniel is pursuing his masters degree at Trinity College majoring in English. Youngest son William will is
a sophomore at Eastern Connecticut University, majoring in math and secondary education

Robin and her family enjoy vacationing at Martha's Vineyard. During her personal time she enjoys plants,
swimming, walking, and reading. As a member of Hazardville United Methodist Church Robin has served
on a variety of committees, and has spent most of that volunteer time involved in Christian education. Mrs.
Barrett received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Syracuse University.
Birthplace: Lampasas, Texas
School attended: Syracuse University
Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden
Hobbies: antiquing, reading, going to the beach
Something few people know about: I love to sing with the car radio, loudly
Fantasy Job Children's book author and illustrator
Favorite food: shrimp
"I became a teacher because I love children and enjoy their world."
3 Words that describe my teaching: creative, compassionate, fun
Favorite Children's Book: Chrysanthemum
Favorite Children's Song: Hello, Bonjour