• Meet the Student Support Team!

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School Counselor

The 2024-2025 school year marks my 8th year as a public school counselor and I couldn't be more excited to start year eight by joining the team at Kingswood Montessori/STEM Magnet Elementary. I've been fortunate that each school community I've belonged to as a school counselor has been a magnet school, including an International Baccalaureate high school and a museum-themed elementary school. I deeply value magnet schools for the unique student opportunities they offer, the passionate educators they attract, and the engaged families who make up their communities. I seek to deliver a school counseling program based on the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model which uses data, state and national standards, stakeholder input, and continual program assessment to serve ALL students in the Social/Emotional, Academic, and College & Career domains. I am a proud product of the Wake County Public School System, having attended elementary, middle, and graduating from high school in Raleigh, NC, before attending Queens University of Charlotte to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and NC State University to obtain a Master of Education in Counselor Education. I live in Cary with my husband, our baby boy (born September 2024), and two tabby cats. In my leisure time, I love gardening, exploring new places, trying new restaurants, and staying active. I look forward to building lasting relationships with students and families in the Kingswood Family this year and in the years to come!
 

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School Psychologist

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Olivia McNeill, School Social Worker

My passion as a School Social Worker comes from my inherent belief that counseling and support should be accessible to all our children and families. Having advocates and support within the educational setting is essential.

This 2024 - 2025 school year will be my second year with Kingswood Montessori Magnet Elementary School. I am from Sanford, NC and currently reside in Holly Springs, NC with my wonderful husband. I received both my Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work degrees from East Carolina University. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, supporting my nephews at their sporting events, traveling and going to the gym.

I serve as a resource to students, parents, teachers, and the community. Please, look at me as a tool in your toolbox. If you are in need of assistance or resources for the well-being of your child, please contact me and I will do my best to help.

I am elated to serve and collaborate with the administration, staff, students and families at Kingswood.

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Alison Krehely, Speech Pathologist

This is my 10th year working at Kingswood Elementary. I have been a speech pathologist for 21 years and worked in both the school setting and medical setting. I received my undergraduate and graduate degrees from UNC-Chapel Hill. Go Tarheels! I grew up in Chapel Hill and Goldsboro, and currently live in Cary. I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, going to the beach, and doing anything that gets me outdoors. The 2024-2025 school year is going to be amazing!

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Beth Speas, Occupational Therapist

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Jackie Kacich, School Nurse