Tzipora “Coach Po” Seiden began swimming competitively on a swim team when she was just seven years old. She has always loved swimming and holds fond memories of her swim team years. Coach Po has been a lifeguard for 11 years and is certified in CPR and First Aid. She received her certification as a Water Safety Instructor eight years ago, and has taught swim lessons in the summer seasons ever since. Coach Po received her B.A. in Psychology and Fine Arts from Excelsior University and just completed her M.A in Art Therapy from Notre Dame University in Baltimore. Coach Po has also taught fifth grade Science and English for two years in Baltimore. In her free time, Coach Po enjoys painting, reading, and cooking. She is looking forward to another exciting season with the Kemp Mill Kangaroos!
Coach Atara Parness has been a member of the Kemp Mill Kangaroos for 14 years. Atara is a KMSC Lifeguard and Pool Operator and has served as a swim instructor and Joeys pre-team instructor since 2019. Atara is a graduate of the Berman Hebrew Academy, class of 2023 and is currently majoring in English at Towson University. Atara looks forward to her third year as a coach for the Kangaroos!
Coach Thomas Shelton has been a member of the Swim Team for 8 years. Thomas is a KMSC Lifeguard, Pool Operator, lessons instructor and Joeys Coach for the past five years. Thomas graduated from the Landon School, and is currently at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. When not at Kemp Mill, Thomas is a competitive swimmer and water polo player.
