Introducing Hellgate's New Academic Staff
**New Staff Members at Hellgate High School: Introducing Nico Graham, Kammi Pilati, and Matt Shedlock**
Hellgate High School is pleased to welcome three new staff members this academic year: Nico Graham, Kammi Pilati, and Matt Shedlock. Each brings a wealth of experience, unique passions, and a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students.
**Nico Graham** Originally from Big Sky, Montana, Nico Graham graduated from Big Sky-High School in 2013. He later earned his degree in sociology with an emphasis in criminology from the University of Montana in 2018. Prior to joining Hellgate High School, Nico has been working as a school resource officer, bringing his unique perspective and experience to the Hellgate community. Nico is excited to develop strong relationships with both administration and students, and we encourage everyone to extend a warm welcome to him.
In his free time, Nico enjoys watching Netflix, going to the gym, and spending time with family.
**Kammi Pilati** Kammi Pilati is a Bozeman native, having attended Bozeman High School herself. She later earned her Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts and Art Education from the University of Montana in 2015. Kammi has previously taught art at the elementary level within the district for about five years. As a new art teacher at Hellgate High School, she is passionate about inspiring students to explore their creativity and develop their artistic skills.
**Matt Shedlock** Matt Shedlock comes to Hellgate High School with over 20 years of experience in education. He graduated from Barnstable High School in the mid-90s and went on to attend Seattle University, where he earned his psychology and counseling degrees, as well as a Master's in Education from Western Governors. Matt has taught for about 13 years and was a school counselor for an additional seven years.
Now, Matt is joining the Hellgate High School faculty as an English and social studies teacher. In his free time, Matt enjoys coaching football at Hellgate, snowboarding, mountain biking, and spending time with his family. He is thrilled to be a part of the Hellgate community and looks forward to making a positive impact on students' lives.
Nico Graham, in his role as a new staff member at Hellgate High School, is eager to leverage his unique background as a school resource officer to foster personal growth and learning opportunities within the school community.
Passionate about both education-and-self-development and community engagement, Kammi Pilati, the new art teacher at Hellgate High School, aims to inspire students to achieve personal growth through creativity and artistic development.
