Administrative Team

Our team develops, creates and enforces all aspects of the state regulations, curriculum, and special events, while making all administrative decisions as a team. 

Sheila B. Fisher, President
Sheila Fisher founded Hugs Plus Learning Centers in 1984 as a classroom teacher, director and executive director. She has her Bachelor's in Special Education and a Master's in Education. 

Diane Barese, Executive Director
Diane Barese has been a member of the Hugs Plus team for 27 years, working as a classroom teacher, director and executive director. She has a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a Master's in Early Childhood Education.

Bobbi McClellan, Director of Braintree I & II
Bobbi McClellan has been with Hugs Plus for 15 years as a classroom teacher and director. She has a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. ​

Hannah DiConti, Director of Stoughton
Hannah DeConti is the newest member of our team, joining Hugs Plus in 2018. Hannah has experience as a classroom teacher, curriculum coordinator and director. She has Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and a Master’s in Early Childhood Education.