Lower School Student Care
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Student Care Team
Consits of a dedicated group of professionals focused on providing intentional, Christ-centered support for students in grades 7–12.
We understand that today’s students face a wide range of challenges, from academic pressures and friendship dynamics to personal struggles and mental health concerns. In response, our team collaborates daily to ensure that each student feels seen, known, and supported. As Galatians 6:2 encourages us, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” That’s the heart behind our work.
Whether a student is facing stress, seeking guidance, or simply needs someone to talk to, our Student Care Team is here to walk alongside them with compassion and wisdom. And as 1 Thessalonians 5:11 reminds us, “Encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
It is both a joy and a privilege to partner with you in your child’s journey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of our team—we’re here to support and serve your family in any way we can.
Counselors / Advisors
Julie Bowles - Lower School Counselor
Julie joined the Lower Campus as School Counselor in 2021. Julie meets with students by teacher, parent or self-referrals. Much of her time is spent in classrooms facilitating “Ram Roots” lessons. In these lessons, she teachers social and emotional skills through the lens of Orangewood’s roots: the Bible, Glorifying God, Faith, Grace and Jesus. You may also find her with “Buddy” the therapy dog on the playground. It is her privilege to help children discover more of their interior worlds by processing thoughts and feelings with them.
jbowles@ocsrams.org
Spiritual Development
Chad Buel - Director of Spiritual Life
Chad oversees Spiritual Life for all students at Orangewood (K4-12) through organizing chapels, spiritual emphasis, providing biblical counsel, and assisting teachers as they serve students spiritually.
cbuel@ocsrams.org
Student Life
Megan Atoigue - Lower School Athletics and Clubs
Megan is in her 5th year at Orangewood. She currently is the Lower School Coordinator for all Athletics K4-5 and afterschool clubs K4 - 6th. Megan also serves as a reading enrichment teacher in the K - 2 grades, working either 1 on 1 or in a small group setting.
matoigue@ocsrams.org
Cat Baylon - Student Health Coordinator
As an OCS alum, Catherine joined our team in 2013 and has been our K4-12th Student Health Coordinator and runs our LS clinic since 2020. Catherine is passionate about helping our students feel well cared for when they are sick or injured and gives support and resources to their families. She has experience and education in healthcare and loves to work with children in helping them understand their bodies and how they function to fully recover from illness or injury.
cbaylon@ocsrams.org
Educational Services
Kelli VanScoter, M.Ed. - Educational Services Instructor
Kelli is the intervention teacher for K–5th grades, specializing in supporting neurodivergent students through targeted interventions. She has been serving in education for 15 years and is a graduate of the University of Florida, trained at the Associate Level in Orton-Gillingham. Kelli is passionate about building strong relationships with her students, encouraging them through challenges, and celebrating their successes. Her goal is to help students discover and develop strategies and skills that not only support academic achievement but also empower them as lifelong learners.
kvanscoter@ocsrams.org
Micaela Bulger, ED.D - Head of Lower School Educational Services
Dr. Bulger has been an integral part of the OCS community since 2020, bringing a warm, student-centered approach to supporting neurodivergent learners in K–6th grades. As Head of Educational Services, she leads the department with vision and care, partnering with students, families, and the community to navigate academic challenges, build confidence, and develop essential skills for lifelong success. In addition to overseeing individualized academic support and accommodation plans, Dr. Bulger is deeply committed to fostering collaboration that ensures every student thrives.
mbulger@ocsrams.org
Deans of Students
Shelby Feinberg - Lower School Dean of Students
Shelby is in her second year of serving OCS as our Lower School Dean of Students. She works closely with K4 through third-grade students, teachers, and families, providing support and guidance. Shelby also oversees our Morning Care program and monitors student attendance. She is passionate about partnering with students to encourage reflection, personal growth, and healthy decision-making.
sfeinberg@ocsrams.org
Julie Anderson - Lower School Dean of Students
Julie Anderson (OCS alum and lifer) partners with teachers, students, and families to support student behavioral growth. She leads behavior and discipline with a focus on helping students learn responsibility, respect, and resilience. In addition to her student life role, she oversees the lower school’s spiritual life, guiding the Bible curriculum, coordinating twice-weekly homeroom devotionals, organizing chapels, and creating Bible Family and Ram Roots lessons. Her heart is to help students deepen their faith, apply God’s Word to daily life, and grow into Christ-centered leaders.
janderson@ocsrams.org
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