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General Information
- Founded 2002
- Private Middle and High School, grades 5-12
- Principal - Arthur T. Poulos, Ph.D.
- Facilities at 410 Princeton-Hightstown Rd., NJ, approximately 11,000 sq. ft. classroom, laboratory, industrial design, computer lab, and physical education facility.
- Faculty are experts in their subject matter, and are drawn from schools, corporations, government, and non-profits
- Dedicated to Academic Excellence within a College Preparatory Curriculum
- Accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- Accepts I-20 applications
- Questions? Please email the principal via atpoulos@scicore.org
Our Staff
Constance Wilder-Wokoun. High school writing and English literature.
B.S., Fordham University in Communication Arts. Renowned teacher of American/English/World Literature, creative writing, public speaking and drama, formerly at McCorristan High School in Trenton, NJ. Published author of the novel "The Tale Not Told" (available on Amazon.com) and short story "Frankenstein, an Epilogue". Extensive experience as an actress and director of Community and high school theatre. NJ Teachers Certification in English.
Joseph Monticello. Chemistry, Civics, General Science
BA Engineering, Syracuse University, BS Paper Science Engineering, NYS College of Environmental Science, AAS Chemical Technology, Broome Technical Community College. Formerly Senior Engineer at IBM Corporation (retired) in information recording, manfacturing, product assurance. US Navy, Lieutenant Junior Grade. Instructor in Chemistry at US Naval Academy Preparatory School, Bainbridge, MD/Newport, RI. Most recently the Quality Assurance Manager at CCL Label Corporation.
Arthur T. Poulos, Ph.D. Logic & Debate, Advanced Chemistry, Physics
Ph.D. and M.S. in Physical Chemistry, Northwestern University. B.S. with distinction in Chemistry and Magna Cum Laude, Duke University. Post-doctoral studies at University of California-Santa Cruz in photochemistry and spectroscopy. 7 years experience teaching inorganic chemistry at Rutgers University. President of Poulos Technical Services, a research and consulting firm specializing in real-time detection of chemical species in mixed media. Extensive contract research experience conducted for NASA, NSF, USAF, DOE, and EPA, small businesses, and universities.
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Jean P. Ray. Administrative Assistant and Registrar.
B.S., University of North Carolina, Health Care Management. Diploma in Practical Nursing, Indiana County Vo/Tech School, Indiana, Pennsylvania. Formerly Program Officer at International Medical Services for Health, Sterling, VA. Extensive community service for First Presbyterian Church of Hightstown and the Girl Scouts of America. Substitute teacher for East Windsor Area School District.
Pamela Reilly. Billing and Records.
Leslie Pugh Schultz. Middle School English, Italian
B.A. in English Literature, Douglas College of Rutgers University, graduate work in liberal arts/English at New York University, New Jersey Teaching Certification. Mrs. Schultz has a very wide range of teaching experience in writing, literature, and public speaking, including programs for gifted students and SAT preparation. She has taught at Spotswood High School, Lower Moreland High School, and the Honors Review Education Center. She has been recognized for administreing Power Writing One-on-One Conferencing and for developing strategies for noticeable improvements in grades, student motivation and parent participation.
Maria Ahunbabaeva. Art and Architecture.
Richard M. Peterson Computer Programming.
B.S. in Physics, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, M.A. in Physics, Princeton University. Mr. Peterson is a scientific programmer by profession, having worked for many years at the Sarnoff Corporation in Princeton, NJ. He is the holder of three patents and received RCA/Sarnoff Achievement Awards for 5 years between 1981 and 2000. He has had over 22 years of real-world experience in the application of mathematics and computer skills to research and development. Over the years, Mr. Peterson has volunteered to help students improve their math skills in venues such as Ask Dr. Math and GED exam preparation. He has coached students of all agens in math understanding via the Internet as well as one-on-one.
Dennis A. Damm. History, Latin
B.A. Temple University, French Studies. N.J. Certificate for teaching Social Studies, Latin, and French. Recipient of Pennsauken Public School Teacher Recognition Award, 2003-2004. Mr. Damm taught for many years in the high school of Pennsauken, NJ. He was head of the Latin department and developed a strong Latin Program (levels I-IV) and established a devoted following of students. He has also taught social studies at a variety of levels and is well-versed in the history of art. More recently, Mr. Damm taught French I and II at McCorristan Catholic High School.
Danette N. Poulos. Elementary mathematics and English.
Mrs. Poulos is a co-founder of SciCore Academy and serves as the Vice-Principal. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Westminster Choir College. After working as a product coordinator at Bristol Myers Squibb Company, she served as Vice-President of Poulos Technical Services, a research and consulting company in the field of real-time detection systems. At SciCore, Mrs. Poulos is responsible for marketing, student discipline, and student activities. She also teaches elementary level mathematics and English.
Chris Brooks, Martial Arts and Gym
Karen Lester, Physical Education/Flexibility and Strength.
Mrs. Lester has been a dance instructor for over 12 years at The Dance Carousel in Spotswood, NJ. Her areas of expertise include Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical and Pre-school dance. She is also and experienced choreographer who has used her talents to assist drama clubs and competitive dancers.
Sophia Stavrakis. Greek
MrsStavrakis is a renowed teacher of contemporary Greek for students in Mercer County, with over 30 years of experience. She has taught all age groups, from early elementary to senior citizens, accomodating their learning levels and styles. Her friendly and energetic personality makes learning Greek an unforgettable experience. A native of Greece, Mrs. Stavrakis also imparts to her students an appreciation of the great Greek cultural traditions.
Janet Berrill. Mathematics and Typing.
Robert T. Thick. Drama, Comedies, Oral Interpretation, Chorus
Mr. Thick has been a working performer and director for more than 30 years. He has performed thoughout the United States and Europe in theatres and opera houses. His diverse venues have included The Barn and True Grist Dinner Theatre in Michigan, Pheasant Run in Chicagp, Chautauqua Opera - New York, and many appearances in New York City. In addition, he has been seen in some of the finest Opera Houses of Germany, England, France and Austria. He is the artistic director and co-founder of The Off-Broadstreet Theatre in Hopewell, NJ. He has studied acting with Kenneth Kohn, Andrew Flemmer, Joseph Smith, Leonard Treash and Boris Goldolfski. He has studied voice with William Appel, Robert Barnes and Marlena Malas. Representative roles include Henry in "The Fantastics", Sancho Panza in "Man of LaMancha", Arthur in "Camelot", Rudolpho in "La Boheme", and Mastersinger in "Die Meistersinger".
Joseph Marino. Physical Plant, transportation supervisor.
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