Dr. Palios holds a B.A. in English Language and Literature from Gordon College in Wenham, MA, a M.S. in School Counseling from Long Island University, and an Advanced Certificate in School Leadership from Stony Brook University. He has moved into the position of Guidance Coordinator from Newfield, where he was an Assistant Principal. Prior to Middle Country, Mr. Palios was a School Counselor in various districts.

 

Dr. Palios' educational philosophy is student-centered, data-driven, and relationship-based. He believes students experience the most success when school and family work collaboratively, setting goals and effective monitoring. Mr. Palios looks forward to working with all academic and pupil personnel departments to foster the most positive learning environments.