About Us
Allison Crosetto - School Social Worker
Hi there!
My name is Allison Crosetto and I’m the school social worker at Phillips. The 23-24 school year will be my 10th at Phillips. As the social worker, I provide connections between the school, our families, and the community. This includes working closely with all stakeholders to ensure that all students are able to reach their full potential.
Outside of school, I love to spend time with my family. We are big Appalachian State and Carolina Hurricanes fans. I also love to read and listen to audiobooks.
Jon Howes - RPC Coach/PBIS Coordinator
Hi! My name is Jon Howes and I am the Restorative Practices Coach and PBIS Specialist here at Phillips. I work to support students and staff to have positive relationships and resolve conflicts that may arise while at school. I am proactive about building relationships with all students and am here to help them have a wonderful middle school experience.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time outside with my wife, Gracie and our dog, Coach. We have season tickets to Appalachian State football games and love visiting the mountains!
Betsy Piehler - Student Services Secretary
Hello! My name is Betsy Piehler, and I am the student
services secretary. I am here to support our students
and the student services team in any way that is
needed. Prior to this role I taught 8th grade ELA
here at Phillips.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family
and friends and traveling to the coast of North Carolina,
where we lived for nearly 30 years.
Jewel Fischer - 6th Grade School Counselor
Hi there! My name is Jewel Fischer and I'm the 6th Grade Counselor. I've been at Phillips for 3 years and during my time here, I've had the privilege of serving all three grade levels. One of the things I love about being a Counselor at Phillips is that I get to loop up with my students each year which allows me to make meaningful connections with them and their families!
As a school counselor, I work closely with teachers, parents/guardians, and other important stakeholders to eliminate barriers that interfere with a child's academic and social emotional success at school. For more information about my role, please visit our Comprehensive School Counseling Program page.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with loved ones, being in nature, and cuddling with my dog, Beans!
Ashley Cates - 7th Grade Counselor
Hi! I am one of three school counselors, and I am excited to be serving our 7th grade students and families this year.
I love helping students navigate their feelings, relationships, and challenges. They are unique and capable, and have many strengths I hope to help them recognize and utilize. I work with students one on one, in small groups and in classrooms to meet their SEL, academic and career goals.
Outside of school, I love spending time with my husband, our dog Lucy, friends, and family. We love traveling, hiking and attending UNC games! In down time, I love a good podcast or book.
Haley Spurlin - 8th Grade Counselor
Hi, all! My name is Haley Spurlin and I'm the 8th Grade Counselor. This is my 2nd year at Phillips and my 2nd year as a School Counselor. As a school counselor, I work closely with students, parents/guardians, teachers, and other important stakeholders to address students’ academic, personal, and social emotional needs. Currently, I am also working on my licensure to become a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor!
Outside of school, I’m a lazy hiker, casual reader, coffee enthusiast, and am most often found with my dog, Ollie, close by!
Trina Bozeman - Mental Health Specialist
Hey.
My name is Trina Bozeman, and I’m the Mental Health Specialist for Phillips Middle and Ephesus Elementary. As a mental health specialist, my role is to enhance the school climate by promoting mental health education, wellness, family involvement, and school success for all students. I work in collaboration with Student Services to address any emotional or behavioral concerns that may arise.
2023-2024 will be my first year with CHCCS. Prior to working for the school system, I provided outpatient therapy services for individuals in a community setting.
My family recently moved to the Triangle area from Colorado and spend our free time exploring our new state!
Tori Toles - School Nurse
Hi,
My name is Tori Toles. I am the School Nurse at Phillips. I have had the pleasure of being the school nurse at Phillips for 3 years. My role is to make sure our students are healthy, and ready to learn in a healthy and safe school environment. I organize our First Responders to be prepared for any type of medical emergency at school; I manage all first aid issues; and the medical needs of students with chronic illnesses. I also manage the medications for students who need them while at school; and I provide care for students and staff who become ill while at school.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending as much time outside as possible. I enjoy gardening, reading, traveling and visiting my home State of Hawaii every summer.
Erin Berliner - School Psychologist
Hi! My name is Erin Berliner, and I am the school psychologist for Phillips Middle and Seawell Elementary. This is my 1st year working at Phillips, but my 15th year in the profession. I am excited to be a part of the wonderful Student Services Team and to get to know all of you! In my role, I collaborate with families, teachers, and other staff to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.This may look like conducting assessments with students to help identify their strengths and areas they would benefit from support, co-facilitating small groups such as SPARCS, or engaging in problem-solving with school teams.
What is a school psychologist?
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband and 8-year-old son, traveling, playing tennis, hiking, practicing yoga, reading, binge watching my favorite TV shows, and eating tacos.
