Members of the Upper School Administration set and communicate school policies and coordinate programs and activities. Each is available to assist and advise you on any aspect of your TASIS life.

Sue Petrone, Head of Upper School

Jason Tait, Director of Pastoral Care and Designated Safeguarding Lead (EYFS - Grade 12)

Matt Kiely, Director of Boarding and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Stephanie Feo Hughes, International Baccalaureate Coordinator

Amy Maurer, Advanced Placement Coordinator

Maria Vazquez, Upper School Counselor

Sarah Purkey, Upper School Counselor

The role of the advisor is to support individual students in all aspects of their life at TASIS. Your advisor is a: teacher, counselor, parent, friend, disciplinarian, model, advisor, listener, and an advocate. Upper school advisors support, encourage, and offer constructive criticism and patience. The advisor-advisee relationship is based upon the advisor’s knowledge and understanding of his/her advisee’s strengths, weaknesses, likes, dislikes, habits, interests, quirks, background, medical issues, and home environment.

The college counselors act as a liaison between the student and the universities, provide guidance about choosing a course that best suits their aspirations and goals.  They also manage application details, financial aid, and manage the details of the search/application process. In the fall and spring, students are encouraged to attend local college fairs and meet with university admissions representatives visiting TASIS. The counselors also supervise the college/university entrance testing program.

The School Counselor provides a trained listening ear that is never judgmental and always confidential. A counselor will not solve your problems, but rather help you develop the tools for you to solve your problems. This is accomplished by drawing upon your unique emotional and intellectual resources to promote greater self-understanding. Through counseling, students should learn to manage feelings, thoughts and/or behavior and work towards improving self-esteem.

Boarding and Day Prefects are selected from among the returning student body through a process of application, recommendation and interview. Their common responsibilities are primarily to engage in peer support of the student body. Prefects are expected to assume a general leadership role in the community and to encourage positive, responsible attitudes in their peers by leading through example. All prefects receive on-going training and support and are qualified to serve as peer helpers. They are an excellent source of peer support within the Upper School.

The role of the Dormitory Parent is to be a caring adult and role model for each student in his or her dormitory. From the veteran TASIS student to a new or younger student, it is essential to have a trusted adult who you can count on. The dormitory is your home; it is the place where you should feel relaxed and comfortable. Of course, there is no absolute formula for achieving this and every dormitory will vary according to personalities. However, each Dormitory Parent will express care and concern for your individual needs, and he/she will serve as a key source of support in your life at TASIS.