Mrs. Silvestri is a lifetime resident of Washington Township as well as a graduate of Washington Township High School. She has been involved in our school system for over 35 years, as she actively volunteered her time (as a parent) with each of her three children. Mrs. Silvestri began her career within the district as a One-to-One Assistant at Birches Elementary School. She then served as a Literacy Assistant at Grenloch Terrace Early Childhood Center. Mrs. Silvestri continued as an Administrative Assistant in the Main Office at Orchard Valley Middle School and is currently an Administrative Assistant in the Counseling Office at Washington Township High School. Mrs. Silvestri values the opportunity to assist students of all ages. Her favorite pastime is her family, and the blessing of sharing love and laughter with her children and beloved grandchildren!

Ms. Steinberg is a proud lifelong resident and alumna of Washington Township. With three children currently enrolled in our schools, she remains actively involved in community events. Ms. Steinberg began her career at Hurffville Elementary in 2017 as a clerical assistant in the Counseling Office. Outside of work, Ms. Steinberg enjoys spending time with her extended family, relaxing at the swim club, or diving into a good book.

Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter received her Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education from East Stroudsburg University. She also received her Master of Arts Degree in Student Personnel Services from Rowan University, and a Master of Education in School Leadership from Wilmington University. Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter began her teaching/coaching career in 1983. She taught at Lenape High School and coached field hockey at Pennsbury High School. In 1984, she was hired by the Washington Township School District as a Health and Physical Education teacher at WTHS. Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter has coached girls’ soccer, field hockey and softball at WTHS. Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter also taught for the Department of Defense Schools Camp Lejeune, NC. Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter began her career as a school counselor at WTHS in 1992. Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter enjoys spending time with her husband and six children. Her children graduated Erica (WTHS 2001), Justin (GCIT 2006), Patrick (WTHS 2008), John (WTHS 2012), Melanie (WTHS 2014), and Joe (WTHS 2015). Congratulations Mrs. Eckert-Carpenter, WTPS Secondary 2019-2020 Educational Services Professional of the Year and 2021 GCPCA Counselor of the County!

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Ms. Fooks is a proud honors graduate of Washington Township High School. Furthering her education at Rowan University, she earned dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Elementary Education and English. Her commitment to supporting students led her to attend Wilmington University, where she earned her Master of Education in Elementary and Secondary School Counseling. Ms. Fooks’ education has allowed her to work in a variety of settings and positions, having experience in K-12 as a paraprofessional, daily substitute, classroom teacher, coach, and school counselor. Within the Washington Township School District, Ms. Fooks served in a long-term substitute position before accepting her current role at the high school. All of these experiences have enhanced her love for education and supporting all students in reaching their fullest potential. In her free time, Ms. Fooks loves traveling to new places, playing and coaching volleyball, relaxing by the pool or beach, baking, and enjoying every moment with her family and friends.

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Mrs. Patty Israel pisrael@wtps.org is the Long-Term Substitute Counselor for Ms. Hull until the end of January 2025. 

Ms. Abigail Hull is a graduate of Stockton University, having earned her bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology before pivoting her career to the counseling field. She received her master’s degree in Counseling in Educational Settings from Rowan University in 2020 and fulfilled a long-term substitute position in the Washington Township school district before accepting her role at the high school. Her education enabled Ms. Hull the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including elementary and middle school levels, as well as a medical rehabilitation facility. When Ms. Hull is not working, she enjoys running, traveling, and spending plenty of time at the beach. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to support and serve the students of Washington Township as a member of the WTHS Counseling Team! 

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Mr. Lemons received his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Psychology from Park University in 2008 and his Master of Arts in Counseling in Educational Settings from Rowan University in 2021. Mr. Lemons is a retired Veteran of the United States Army. He and his family returned to New Jersey after a successful 20-year military career. Mr. Lemons is married and has two children. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching and participating in sports, traveling, and completing DIY home improvement projects. Mr. Lemons is also a member of a local Gloucester County Veterans of Foreign Affairs (VFW) affiliation.

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Mrs. Mulvihill was an honors graduate from Washington Township High School, attending college on a full academic scholarship. She went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Glassboro State College, the last graduating class, before being renamed to Rowan University. She taught at the elementary school level for nine years at Jeffrey Clark School in Mickleton, NJ. In 1998, she was named Teacher of the Year for the East Greenwich Township School District. Mrs. Mulvihill received her Master of Arts Degree in Student Personnel Services from Rowan University in 1999. She and her husband are raising their two boys in Washington Township. Her older son is employed at Lockhead Martin as a software engineer (WTHS Class of 2019).  He attends an online graduate program through Notre Dame University for Data Science.  Her younger son attends TCNJ (WTHS Class of 2024) for English/Secondary Education.  Mrs. Mulvihill enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, reading, and sitting on the beach.

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Mrs. Nardi (previously Ms. Arenz) is a graduate of Millville Senior High School and a new Washington Township community member! Beginning in the 2024 school year Mrs. Nardi transferred to WTHS from Whitman Elementary School, where she was the School Counselor for 7 years. Prior to working at Whitman Elementary, Mrs. Nardi was the School Counselor at Janvier Elementary in Franklinville. Mrs. Nardi currently works in the community as a Licensed Therapist in addition to her school counseling role.

Mrs. Nardi attended Stockton University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, as well as a graduate of Rowan University with a Master of Arts in Counseling in Educational Settings. Mrs. Nardi attended Rowan University for a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies and received her New Jersey license to practice mental health therapy. 

When not in school or working in the community, you can find Mrs. Nardi spending her time with her husband and son, reading a good book or relaxing with family!

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Mr. Palmer completed his BA in Communications from Rowan University and a BA in Business Studies from Stockton University. He later went on to earn MA degrees in Student Personnel Services and School Administration from Rowan University. He also completed graduate coursework to earn his Substance Awareness Coordinator (SAC) certificate from Stockton. After nearly 15 years working in the private industry, Mr. Palmer entered the educational profession as a high school business teacher for seven years. Afterward teaching, he worked as a school counselor in a variety of settings and grades: Blue Ribbon high schools, elementary-middle school, and at-risk youth programs. Concurrent with work and college, Mr. Palmer served nearly 30 years in the NJ Army National Guard, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. Mr. Palmer is very involved in professional counselor organizations. Mr. Palmer enjoys riding his motorcycle, traveling, outdoor activities, and spending time with friends and family. He is excited to be a member of the Washington Township School Counseling team!

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Ms. Stockl graduated from Trenton State College with a degree in Mathematics Education in 1988.  She was then hired to teach Mathematics in 1989 at WTHS. Ms. Stockl also went back to school to earn her Masters Degree in Student Personnel Services from Rowan University and graduated in 1994. After 26 years of being in the classroom and teaching a variety of math classes from basic skills, in-class support and honors level, Ms. Stockl is now serving as a school counselor. Ms. Stockl serves as the Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach and has been doing so since its inaugural year of 1994. Ms. Stockl is a resident of Washington Township and enjoys spending time with her family, friends, taking her daughter to activities, and completing home projects. 

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Mrs. Venere received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Special Education from Rowan University and her Master of Arts in Student Personnel Services from Rowan University. Beginning her career at Washington Township High School in 2001, Mrs. Venere taught Special Education for four years before joining the counseling department. Mrs. Venere, a proud Washington Township High School graduate and Washington Township resident, enjoys spending time with her two children, husband, and family. In her spare time, she likes to shop and travel to Disney and many other places.  

Congratulations to Mrs. Venere as the 2023-2024 WTHS Educational Services Professional of the year!

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Mrs. Williams received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Education from Widener University and her Master of Arts in Student Personnel Services from Rowan University. Beginning her career at Washington Township High School in 1996, Mrs. Williams taught 9th and 10th Grade English for five years before joining the counseling department. Mrs. Williams is the advisor for Peer Facilitators and the Freshman Transition Program. In addition, Mrs. Williams was recognized as the 2014-15 WTHS Educational Services Professional of the Year and 2014-15 Gloucester County School Counselor of the Year. Mrs. Williams, a Washington Township High School graduate and Washington Township resident, enjoys spending time with her three children, husband, and family. She takes great pride in being able to work with families in the community and believes in caring for her counselees the same way she would care for her own children!

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Mrs. Andrea Jones received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a minor in Sociology, from Immaculata University and received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers Camden. She is a Licensed Social Worker and has been working with teens for over 10 years in various settings. She has experience working in psychiatric hospitals, residential programs and other high schools. Mrs. Jones has had training in Trauma Focused Therapy, substance abuse and mindfulness and has had a wide variety in many other areas. She is married with two young children and spends most of her time outside of school with them. She enjoys reading, music, and sports.

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