About The Teacher

Hello, my name is Dawn Turpin-Orgetas, one of the physical education teacher here at 

Oak Grove Elementary School. There is a traveling PE teacher named, Rich Smith. 

I am looking forward to a great 2019-20 school year. 

This year I will be going into my 20th year teaching in this school district. I 

became a National Board Certified Teacher 2013.  My first year in the district I 

taught health at Roy C. Ketcham High School. I was also an assistant track coach, 

SADD Advisor, health tutor, and a chaperone for the school.  My second year in the district, 

I help run the Town of Wappingers Gymnastics program at Oak Grove on Saturdays in March, April and first of May.  

I became an online fitness coach in 2012 with Beachbody.com  

I grew up in Radford, Virginia (southwest portion of the state),and received my bachelors 

and masters degree in physical and health education at Radford University.  

I have been involved in athletics my whole life, particularly gymnastics which helped

me receive a scholarship in my hometown. 

Mission For The Class

I strive at giving positive encouragement to assist students in attaining their goals. 

I want to make a difference in the lives of our children. I really look forward to 

teaching physical education every day. I am thrilled to be the physical education teacher 

here at Oak Grove.  The students I have at Oak Grove always brings a smile to my face everyday.

I love seeing the children have fun while learning the fundamentals of life.