Laurel Larco is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island.  She received a bachelor's degree in Marine Affairs and Sociology with a minor in Psychology.  She went on to receive a master's degree from Central Connecticut State University in Elementary Education with a specialization in urban education.  Laurel taught in Philadelphia, Hartford, and Manchester to a wide range of ages including kindergarten, second, third, fourth, and middle school students.

When not teaching, Laurel enjoys spending time with her husband Tony and their pets.  They have a dog named Kaya and six cats: Duncan, Max, Midnight, Zoe, Toby, and Bianca, as well as fish.  Laurel and Tony enjoy hiking and nature walks, music, movies, and reading.  Laurel also loves the beach and anything related to marine life.  Laurel is hoping to bring this love of animals and the environment into her classroom.