Mr. Foscolo is a proud graduate of  the South Plainfield school system. For his Undergraduate education, he attended Rutgers University, where he earned a Degree in History and Political Science, while also competing for the Rutgers University Wrestling Team.

Throughout his career, Mr. Foscolo has taught Social Studies to grades 6 through 12, as well as coached football, cross country, wrestling, and track in both the South Plainfield, and Denville School systems. After earning his M.S. in Educational Administration from the University of Scranton, Mr. Foscolo took the opportunity to work at David Brearley Middle/High School in Kenilworth, NJ, where he served as Assistant Principal. However, when the opportunity presented itself to return to South Plainfield, Mr. Foscolo did not hesitate to jump at the chance to try to return to his hometown to give back to a community that has provided so much for him.

Mr. Foscolo and his team are looking forward to continuing their educational mission of exceeding the needs of the students and staff through providing a safe and effective school community that promotes fairness, equity, tolerance, and high academic standards.

Contact Information:
(908)754-4620, Ext. 1610
 jfoscolo@spboe.org  

Mrs. Kantha-Murray began her career teaching high school biology and AP biology in New York City Public Schools and, after relocating to New Jersey, taught at Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy in Elizabeth. She also has a background in teacher education, working as a mentor to high school teachers and as a professional development coordinator in both math and science. Mrs. Kantha-Murray came to South Plainfield in the fall of 2015 and, through her role as the district's K-12 supervisor of science, fine/visual arts, and music has focused on securing grants as well as developing curriculum, programs, electives, and AP courses.

With a strong background in curriculum and adolescent development, Mrs. Kantha-Murray joins the administrative team at South Plainfield High School to support our students and instructional programs.  Her focus is to provide encouragement for students as they grow both emotionally and academically, preparing them for a successful future.

Contact Information:

(908)754-4620, Ext.1611

smurray@spboe.org

Mrs. Kurilew is a proud resident of South Plainfield and is excited to be a part of the administrative team. Prior to arriving at South Plainfield, Mrs. Kurilew was the Supervisor of Counseling at Hunterdon Central High School.  In this position, Mrs. Kurilew had the opportunity to work directly with the administrative team to design, implement and evaluate the districtwide counseling program as well as create unique programs for at risk students.  

Mrs. Kurilew has a number of years of experience as a school counselor at Pinelands Regional, East Brunswick and Hunterdon Central High Schools.  During her career as a counselor, Mrs. Kurilew was honored as the New Jersey State School Counselor of the Year, the Hunterdon County School Counselor of the Year and was a semi-finalist as the National School Counselor of the Year. She has also served as the President of the New Jersey School Counselor Association.

Mrs. Kurilew received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing and Master’s degree in School Counseling from The College of New Jersey where she also completed courses in Educational Leadership.  Mrs. Kurilew also enjoys teaching as an Adjunct Professor at The College of New Jersey. Her educational experiences have afforded her the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of people to meet the common goal of increasing student achievement and well-being. Her educational philosophy is based on her uncompromising belief that all students can learn when given a positive learning environment, a committed and focused educational team, and an encouraging community at their school. She is excited to join Mr. Foscolo and the team at South Plainfield High School and is committed to working closely with teachers, parents, and community members to ensure the students achieve their full potential and are prepared for their next phase of their life.

Contact Information
908.754.4620, Ext. 1612
email - dkurilew@spboe.org

I am a lifelong resident, who attended Riley School, South Plainfield. Middle School, and graduated from South Plainfield High School. 

I am very devoted to the community of South Plainfield and its residents. I have been working for the school district in various capacities since 1992. I have been a substitute teacher, full time teacher and an administrator for South Plainfield. I also had the privilege of coaching both the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams and the girls’ soccer team while at The Middle School. Some of the organizations I have volunteered time with over the years include The South Plainfield Education Foundation, South Plainfield Soccer Club, and South Plainfield Alliance for Substance Awareness and The Knights of Columbus. My educational and athletic background allowed me to travel and see some of our beautiful country and the world. While in high school, I toured much of the east coast and Denmark as part of a select soccer team for several summers. I also took part in a Holocaust studies program that toured Germany for two weeks. After high school I first attended Middlesex County College and earned my Associate Degree in Applied Sciences/Para Legal. I attended Georgia Southern University where I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Education getting to visit many beautiful places, especially in our southern states. I continued my education at Kean University by earning my Master’s Degree in Educational Administration.

I am very excited to start a new year at the high school.  I am looking forward to a positive, energetic and educational year. We all know that life today presents many challenges. With the cooperation of parents, students, educational staff, and the community itself, our children will be instrumental in shaping a bright future, not just for themselves, but for all of us.   Thank you for your time and visiting us here at the high school.

Contact Information:
(908)754-4620, Ext. 1613 
rrichkus@spboe.org