Molly Malandrino grew up in North Andover, Massachusetts. After graduating high school, she attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst and obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. After graduating from UMass Amherst, Ms. Malandrino came back to the Merrimack Valley and began work as the Support Services Coordinator at the North Andover Youth & Recreation Services. After gaining many years of experience and knowledge, she decided to continue her education and obtained her Masters through Salem State University. Ms. Malandrino completed her Master’s in Education and School Counseling in June 2018. Ms. Malandrino has been actively involved in many youth leadership programs, community service programs, and continues to serve many different roles at the North Andover Youth Center. In March 2018, Ms. Malandrino came to Abbott Lawrence Academy as a long term substitute in Guidance and is thrilled to be able to stay on the Abbott Lawrence Academy team full- time. Outside of school, Ms. Malandrino enjoys cooking, being with her family and friends, and traveling.