On-campus

Email: info@summerwma.us

Address:
Wilbraham & Monson Academy
423 Main Street
Wilbraham, MA 01095

Main Phone: 413.596.6811
Fax: 413.596.2448

Jamie Gouin

Director of Auxiliary Programs at Wilbraham & Monson Academy

Since 2016, Jamie has proudly served the WMA community as a science faculty member, baseball coach, dorm parent and advisor. During that time, he has built an award-winning middle school science program that inspired students to think creatively and achieve at the highest levels. Over the years, Jamie has also seen how meaningful summer experiences help children grow, discover new passions and build lasting friendships.

Jacob Silvester

Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs

Director of Summer Camps

Jacob joins Summer@WMA with a strong background in education, athletics and youth development. A graduate of Springfield College with a degree in Physical Education, Jacob has spent the past several years working with students as a teacher, coach and mentor in both school and athletic settings. His experience includes coaching collegiate football, leading youth programming and creating engaging environments where children can build confidence, develop new skills and have fun.

In addition to his work in schools and athletics, Jacob brings extensive summer camp experience from his three years at St. Mark’s Summer, where he served as the Director of Sports and Games. As an inaugural staff member, he played an important role in helping shape the camp’s culture, programming and daily operations from the very beginning. During his time there, Jacob led a wide variety of activities for campers of all ages while also assisting with ropes course facilitation, helping students build teamwork, resilience and self-confidence in a safe and supportive environment.

Erika Whipple

Assistant Summer Camp Director

Assistant Director of Athletics/Head Athletic Trainer at Wilbraham & Monson Academy

Erika returns for her 25th season with Summer@WMA, bringing unmatched experience, institutional knowledge and heart to our community. As Assistant Camp Director, Erika has watched the program grow from its earliest days and has held numerous roles throughout the years, shaping the welcoming, family-like environment our campers know today. During the school year, she serves WMA as Assistant Director of Athletics, Head Athletic Trainer, First Responder for Health Services and an Upper School Anatomy & Physiology teacher. With a lifelong background in athletics, years of service as a dorm parent and a passion for supporting young people, Erika continues to be a cornerstone of Summer@WMA.