Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • June 5, 2013 Area Former Hawes educator wins Excellence Award by John Koster Hillside School Principal Anastasia Maroulis had been awarded the Bergen County Principals and Supervisors Association’s Administrative Excellence Award for her service to education in Allendale. “My belief in service is strong, and for me that starts at the elementary level,” Maroulis said. “I have committed my services and dedicated time to lead youths at my church in the local chapter of the Greek Orthodox Youth Association. That work included guiding them in their personal spiritual searches through fellowship and philanthropic activities. I have committed myself to working with young new educators and have assisted them in building strong resumes and interview skills as they begin their new careers. This work has been personally important for me as I was assisted by many in my own professional job searches and feel the need to return what was bestowed upon me.” Allendale Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael J. Barcadepone said, “Ms. Maroulis had created an excellent student-center environment at Hillside School, and her initiatives are clearly set so that our students are prepared for the 21st century. Her commitment to the district has certainly been recognized by her tireless efforts...Ms. Marou- lis is a true asset to the Allendale Public School District.” Lisa Knutzen, president of the Allendale Parent Teacher Organization, also praised Maroulis. “Whether it is 10 degrees out and snowy or a beautiful fall or spring morning, Ms. Maroulis can be found outside greeting each child by name when they are dropped off for school. When we entrust our children to her each day, I know through her leadership of the faculty and staff they are in great hands.” Maroulis received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and fine arts from Rider University in Lawrenceville, and a master’s degree in reading from William Paterson University. She also holds a master’s degree in education from Teachers College of Columbia University, where she has also done graduate work. She also attended the Princeton University Principal’s Center for Educational Leadership in 2003. She served as a basic skills instructor at the Hawes School in Ridgewood in 1990-91, as an elementary school teacher in Wyckoff from 1992-2002, and as an adjunct professor of Children’s Literature at Hudson County Community College. Her first posting as a principal was at the Thiells Elementary School in Thiells, New York. She became principal of the Hillside School in Allendale in 2002. Hillside School Principal Anastasia Maroulis Ramsey police are investigating a house fire that claimed the life of a 47-year-old borough woman. On Wednesday, May 29, the Ramsey Police Department was dispatched to 6 Talina Court for a structure fire, with a party possibly trapped inside. Responding Ramsey officers entered the residence through the front door and found a heavy smoke condition. Fire personnel were able to make entry into the house and found a lone female victim on a couch in the living room. The victim was transported to Good Samaritan Hos- Police investigating fatal house fire pital in Suffern, New York, where she was pronounced dead. The victim was identified as Sallie Brady. At press time, an autopsy was scheduled at the Rockland County Medical Examiner’s Office in New York. Police said there does not appear to be any criminal culpability involved. The source of the fire may have come from a faulty kitchen dishwasher, police said, adding that the matter remains under investigation.