CST Connections November
Welcome Back!
Dear Parents, We hope you have had a good start to the school year. We are excited to share with you our newest member: Deanna Bowling, CST Secretary.
The Alloway Township CST consists of a Learning-Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC), School Social Worker, and School Psychologist. Additional members of the team may include a Speech Therapist, Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist.
LDTC – Dr. Meghan Taylor taylorm@allowayschool.org 856-935-1622 x408
Social Worker – Jennifer Schino schinoj@allowayschool.org 856-935-1622 x409
School Psychologist – Maria Bellia belliam@allowayschool.org 856-935-1622 x410
Secretary – Deanna Bowling bowlingd@allowayschool.org 856-935-1622 X407
About The Team...
Dr. Taylor: This is my second year at Alloway and as a Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant. I am the LDT/C at both Alloway and Upper Pittsgrove School Districts. Previously, I was a special education teacher at Woodstown High School for eleven years. I earned my Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and Master's degree in Special Education as well as my LDT/C certification through Stockton University. I am the case manager for Grades Pre-K through 3rd. As a learning consultant, I administer learning evaluations to determine students educational needs. I also assist teachers and families in developing learning strategies and providing classroom modifications. I am a former Alloway resident and Alloway Twp.School graduate. I continue to reside in Salem County with my boyfriend and dog-child. I am excited to be a part of the Alloway Twp. Child Study Team and serve the students of our district!
Ms. Schino: I am the School Social Worker for both Alloway and Upper Pittsgrove School Districts. This is my 12th year in Alloway and my 14th year as a School Social Worker. Presently, I case manage grades 4th through 6th. I provide school based counseling, assist teachers and parents with various community resources, and assist with behavioral planning. When students are referred to the Child Study Team, I often meet individually with the parents to complete a Parent Interview and in some instances I administer assessments based on adaptive and social skills. Additionally, I have two children (ages 8 and 10) and a puppy. I also hold my License as a Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey and provide home based services through the Division of Child Behavioral Health.
Mrs. Bellia: I have been with Alloway since 2009 as the School Psychologist. My day consists of providing direct support and interventions to students, consultation with teachers and families, completing cognitive and behavioral assessments, and school based counseling. I also assist with student transition to high school. I am the case manager for grades 6 through 8. On my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and skiing. I have been married to my husband for 8 years and have three beautiful girls (ages 6, 3 and 7 months). It has been a pleasure to be part of the Alloway family and I look forward to the growth and successes our students will achieve this school year.
Amanda Stopper: I am the Speech-Language Specialist for grades Pre-K – 8th grade. This my third year at Alloway School. As a speech-language specialist I provide therapy to students that may have a speech sound impairment or language impairment. I have 3 children (18, 16, & 14) and a loving husband. My family loves camping, hiking, and sailing. I am proud to be a part of the Alloway Twp. School family!
Diana Washart:This is my 6th year here in Alloway. I have been a Physical Therapist for 27 years. I have worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, acute and subacute rehab, and inpatient. I have been working in schools for 14 years and I also do home care Physical Therapy. As a school based Physical Therapist, I assist children in being able to access their educational environment from a gross motor standpoint. I have three children ages 19, 18 and 15. The oldest is in college at Duke University where he is on the swim team. My middle child is in college at Drexel University where she is also on the swim team and my youngest child is a sophomore in high school.
Jessica Plummer: I graduated from Stockton University's Occupational Therapy program in 2016. I enjoy working as an OT, playing with my dog, and learning new skills. I'm excited to be part of such an awesome and welcoming team. I look forward to all of the great memories I'm going to create working at Alloway Township Schools!
Days we are in the building
Deanna – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (8:30-1:45)
Maria – Tuesdays, Fridays, and every other Thursday
Meghan– Mondays, Tuesdays, and every other Friday
Jen – Mondays, Tuesdays, and every other Thursday
Amanda - Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Jessica - Tuesdays
Diana - Fridays