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BA from Salem College MEd in School Counseling from Salem College

Ms. Ellen Bryce

School Counselor 

Ellen Bryce has been at Turner Creek since 2022. This is her ninth year in education. 

She enjoys being active outside. She has completed 5 marathons, 2 ultra-marathons, and 4 triathlons. She also coaches Girls on the Run at Turner Creek. In addition, Ms. Bryce loves reading, traveling, and Taylor Swift. She was able to attend the Eras Tour, which was one of the best experiences of her life. 

She lives with her cat, Patches. 

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Appalachian State University - BS Psychology Appalachian State University - Master of School Psychology

Ms. Rachel Hintermeister

School Psychologist

Ms. Hintermeister is in her 4th year as a school psychologist and has been at Turner Creek since 2022. School psychologists partner with teachers, families, and school staff to make sure all students can succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Ms. Hintermeister enjoys working directly with students to teach social/emotional skills, collecting data, and collaborating with teachers and families to meet student needs. 
 
Outside of school, Ms. Hintermeister enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and reading a good book next to her cat, Franny. Ms. Hintermeister is an Apex native and was a student at Turner Creek!

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Undergraduate: Meredith College BA Graduate: East Carolina University MSW

Ms. Natalie Hunter

School Social Worker

Ms. Hunter is the school social worker at Turner Creek.  She is new to the school this year, but not new to social work.  She has been with WCPSS for over 20 years.  She shares her time with Baucom Elementary School. 
 
Ms. Hunter is a strong advocate for families and students.  She is available to consult with teachers and families regarding finding resources and helping families to grow stronger.  
 
In her spare time, Ms. Hunter enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking and crafting.