Chartwell School
Melissa Kelly is an experienced educator and director with a strong background in marine science and environmental sustainability. Currently a Science Teacher at Chartwell School since 2021, Melissa teaches middle school Science and high school Marine Biology, supporting students with dyslexia and associated learning differences. As Director of Nelscott Reef Pro since 2020, Melissa plays a key leadership role in promoting ocean-related activities. Prior experience includes serving as General Manager at Elkhorn Yacht Club, managing operations focused on ocean recreation, and as an Educator for O'Neill Sea Odyssey, where Melissa taught marine science on a catamaran. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Technology and Policy from California State University, Monterey Bay, Melissa has also held positions ranging from Research Specialist at Oregon State University to yacht maintenance supervisor and master surf instructor, demonstrating a commitment to marine education and community engagement.
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Chartwell School
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Chartwell School meets the needs of students with dyslexia and a wide range of language-related learning differences. Immersed in our college preparatory environment, these bright students who often find that learning to read well is extremely difficult. As a result, many have struggled in traditional academic settings. Chartwell is the only school of this type serving California’s Central Coast region. Accredited at the highest level by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Chartwell offers a full mainstream curriculum that meets or exceeds California state standards. All classes use well-structured, diagnostic, multi-sensory approaches and implement research-based best practices. Chartwell places special emphasis on accessing higher order cognition, creativity and problem solving skills through language development, hands-on science, the arts, the social and emotional foundations of learning, and environmental education. Our high-school features project-based, experiential learning with small classes and collaborative teaching teams.