Alison Bowman grew up in Apex, NC. She went to Campbell University and majored in Psychology and went on to get her Masters in School Counseling. Mrs. Bowman currently lives in Apex with her husband Justin, daughter Kaylie (9), son Kent (4), and dog Maddie. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, running, and craft projects. She is entering her 13th year as a counselor and loves working with children of all ages! She is proud to be a Hawk!

Nicki Lee is the 50% School Counselor at Hortons Creek Elementary School. She graduated with her Bachelors of Art in Psychology and her Masters of Education in School Counseling from North Carolina State University. She loves spending her free time doing arts and crafts, spending time with friends and family, and playing with her dog. She loves working with children and is passionate about creating a safe, comfortable, engaging space for all students.

Maria Olson has been a Raleigh resident for 30 years, joining WCPSS as a school social worker for middle and elementary schools 20 years ago. Mrs. Olson is proud to be an NCSU and UNC graduate (Go Pack!). TheyI have a 16 year old son and a 13 year old daughter, and she is a soccer and musical theater/choir mom away from work.

Laura Wills is Hortons Creek’s school psychologist.   She is a native North Carolinian but spent her growing up years in Germany and Charleston, South Carolina.  Ms. Wills earned a BA in psychology from Clemson University then entered the School Psychology program at The Citadel where she earned a Masters in Education and an Educational Specialist degree in School Psychology. Ms. Wills has worked in Wake County Schools since 1998.  She is passionate about educating the “whole” child, seeing the child despite challenges they face, and supporting families in advocating for their child’s success. She believes educators have the privilege and responsibility to support students in reaching their goals while also encouraging hopes and dreams.  Away from work, Ms. Wills enjoys watching old movies (especially musicals), walking on the beach, watching college football, and shopping. #GoTigers, #Go’Dores, #Hawksdoitdifferent

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