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Administration

Superintendent of Schools

 
Mr. Ytreboe was appointed as Superintendent in January 2024. Mr. Ytreboe has been an educator for twenty eight years and taught thirteen years as a social studies teacher at Toms River Intermediate East, Toms River H.S. South, and Toms River H.S. North.  He was also the head coach for the girls cross country and track & field teams winning two SJ Group IV Sectional titles and one Group IV title.  Mr. Ytreboe later served as an Assistant Principal at Toms River H.S. North for seven years and the Director of Pupil Services for the Stafford Township School District for six years.  While in Stafford, Mr. Ytreboe was promoted to serve in an assistant superintendent capacity for three years as the Director of Research, Planning, and Evaluation and as the Director of Personnel before joining the Plumsted Township School District.  Mr. Ytreboe received a bachelor’s degree in History-Secondary Education from The College of New Jersey and a master’s degree in Education Administration from Georgian Court University.

Business Administrator

Mr. Sean Gately 

Mr. Gately was appointed Business Administrator/Board Secretary of Plumsted Township School District in August 2010. Prior to his current service in Plumsted, Mr. Gately served as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary in Teaneck Public Schools and Spring Lake Heights School District. Mr. Gately also served as the Director of Support Operations for the East Brunswick Public Schools and a Staff Accountant for the Paterson Public Schools. Mr. Gately earned a bachelor’s degree in history and political science from Indiana University and an accounting degree from William Paterson University.

Director of Pupil Services, Technology, & Early Childhood Education

 

Mrs. Drucker serves as the Director of Pupil Services, Technology, & Early Childhood Education, overseeing all PK-12 programs related to school counseling, technology integration, scheduling, and early childhood education. She is also the district's HIB Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator, District Test Coordinator, and oversees district registration and residency. 

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Marketing from Monmouth University. During this time, she returned to her alma mater, Brick Memorial High School, where she began her career in education as a Comprehensive Business Teacher and served as the Varsity Gymnastics Assistant Coach for ten seasons. These experiences strengthened her passion for working directly with students and ultimately inspired her to pursue the field of school counseling. 

Motivated to support students on a deeper level, Mrs. Drucker completed her Master of Arts in School Counseling and Director of School Counseling certification at Georgian Court University. She began her counseling career in Hazlet before joining the Plumsted Township School District in 2019 as Supervisor of Guidance. She later advanced to the role of Director of Student Personnel Services & Guidance before moving into her current districtwide leadership position. 

In addition to her district responsibilities, Mrs. Drucker serves as President of the Ocean County Director of School Counselor Association (OCDC), where she collaborates with colleagues across the county to support comprehensive and equitable school counseling services for the students of Ocean County. 


Director of Research, Planning and Evaluation

Mrs. Heather DeGrandis 

Mrs. DeGrandis has 20 years of educational experience.  She graduated from Monmouth University with a degree of Chemistry and Biology, and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Kean University.  Mrs. DeGrandis started her career as a Pharmaceutical Research Chemist. Mrs. DeGrandis, in 2005, took an alternate route where she taught Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Earth Science at Toms River High School South.   In 2014, Mrs. Degrandis was promoted to  Assistant Principal at Toms River High School North.  Mrs. DeGrandis is the School representative for the Youth Service Commission for Ocean County and the County School Liaison for Ocean County CIACC.


Principal, New Egypt High School

 

Ashley Walulak’s journey with New Egypt schools is truly full-circle. A former student at New Egypt Elementary, she returned to start her teaching career there, and now proudly serves as Principal of New Egypt High School. With over 16 years of experience at the high school level and serving in school administration since 2006, Ashley holds a Bachelor’s in Special Education and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Georgian Court University. Her years of experience bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her leadership role. Outside of school, Ashley is married to her high school sweetheart and is the proud mom of two amazing boys who inspire her every day. Ashley is passionate about creating a school environment where students feel supported, connected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Her love for the New Egypt community remains as strong as ever!

 

Assistant Principal, New Egypt High School

Mrs. Jennifer Kociuba

Mrs. Kociuba graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Exercise Science in 1999. She began her career shortly after teaching Physical Education at Marlton Middle School located in Marlton, NJ. After six years, she became a Health and Physical Education teacher here in New Egypt and has been an educator and coach for the past 17 years. During her time in the district, she has taught Health and Physical Education to multiple grade levels, including Middle and High School, as well as several new elective courses to provide the students with a wealth of options and opportunities for success in subjects they care about. She has written curriculum for the district,  she has led department budgeting, and she has mentored new teachers for the district. Mrs. Kociuba earned her Master’s of Education Degree in School Leadership from Wilmington University in 2005. As of the summer of 2024, Mrs. Kociuba will now be employed as the New Egypt High School Assistant Principal. 


Assistant Principal / Supervisor of Athletics, New Egypt High School

Mr. Steven Fence

Mr. Fence was appointed as Assistant Principal and Supervisor of Athletics in July 2025. He has served in education for over two decades as a teacher, coach, and school leader. Mr. Fence began his career in education as a business educator and has taught a variety of courses including Business Law, Sports Marketing, and Personal Finance. His leadership experience includes roles as a classroom teacher and Dean of Students, with a consistent focus on building a positive school culture. As the longtime Head Football Coach at New Egypt High School, Mr. Fence has led the program with pride, emphasizing character, accountability, and teamwork. Over the course of his 26-year coaching career, he has also coached track & field, girls flag football, girls basketball, and tennis, earning recognition for his commitment to student-athletes both on and off the field. In his current role, Mr. Fence oversees school operations, student discipline, and staff support, while also supervising all athletic programs and extracurricular activities. He collaborates closely with coaches, families, and community stakeholders to foster student engagement, strengthen school pride, and ensure a well-rounded educational and athletic experience. Mr. Fence earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Education from American Intercontinental University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education. He is passionate about developing strong student leaders and creating a safe, inclusive school environment where all students can excel.


Principal, Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School 

  

Mr. Cilmi was a special education teacher for sixteen years prior to joining the Plumsted Township School District as a Vice Principal. He began his teaching career in the East Brunswick School District where he taught grades kindergarten through five prior to moving to the Fair Haven School District. During his fourteen years in Fair Haven, he taught grades three through eight. In addition to his teaching duties, Mr. Cilmi has spent a great deal of time mentoring new staff members and writing curriculum in the content subject areas. Mr. Cilmi received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Rowan University and a post baccalaureate teaching certificate from Kean University. Most recently, Mr. Cilmi earned his master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Georgian Court University.


Assistant Principal / Supervisor of Special Services, Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School

 
Mr. Reilly has been in education for 28 years.  He began his teaching career in 1998 at Pinelands Regional where he also coached soccer and wrestling.  He returned to his alma mater to work as an In-Class support teacher and coach wrestling at Toms River High School North.  He then began his journey in school administration in 2016 when he was appointed Supervisor of Elementary Education for Stafford Township Schools. He served in that role for two years before being promoted to building principal and served in that role for four years before being promoted to Director of Special Services. 

Supervisor of Early Childhood Education, New Egypt Primary School

  

Mrs. White has over 20 years of educational experience and has been a Plumsted School District staff member since September 2004.  During her time in the district, she taught first grade for eleven years, fourth grade for five years, and taught Gifted and Talented for three years.  Mrs. White has written curriculum K-5 and has proided several in and out-of-district professional development workshops.  Before teaching in Plumsted, she taught Math at the Challenge Youth Program at Fort Dix.  Mrs. White graduated from the College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Elementary Education in 2003.  In 2010, she graduated from Thomas Edison State College with a Masters in Educational Leadership.  Mrs. White also has Associate Degrees in Human Resources and Logistics from the Community College of the Air Force.  She served four years of active duty in the Air Force and 21 years in the New Jersey Air National Guard.  She retired from the military in December 2020.  As of September 2024, Mrs. White will now serve as the Supervisor of Early Childhood Education at New Egypt Primary School.