Maple Lane Elementary School
Administrative Team
Dr. Tia Wood
Principal
Hello Maple Lane Family, I am Dr. Tia Wood and I am so excited to welcome you to Maple Lane Elementary School! It is an honor to move from assistant principal to principal here at Maple Lane! My journey began as a teacher in a charter school, then to the Philadelphia School District for 9 years. I transitioned to Delaware County Christian School where I taught for 2 years. I became an assistant principal within the Chester Upland School District for 2 years and then transitioned to the Brandywine School District as an assistant principal at Maple Lane for the last four years!
I attended Cabrini University in Radnor, PA and earned my Bachelor of Science in Education in 2007. In 2009, I graduated from Cheyney University with a Masters in Educational Leadership. In 2015, I graduated from Saint Joseph’s University with a Masters in Education with a Special Education concentration. In 2020, I graduated from Cabrini University, earning a Doctor of Education in School Leadership!
As the proud principal of Maple Lane, I am committed to our mission to connect, learn, and grow together! This year we will continue to SOAR as we work together to be Safe, Owners of Our Choices, Academic Achievers and Respectful!
On a more personal note, my husband and I have 5 children and 3 dogs. I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, shoe shopping, and ordering eyeglasses!
Ms. Sabrina Paulino
Assistant Principal
Ms. Sabrina Paulino is thrilled to serve as Maple Lane Elementary’s Assistant Principal!
Originally from Delaware County, PA, Ms. Paulino earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from West Chester University and her Master’s Degree in School Leadership from Wilmington University. She spent 13 years as both an elementary and middle school math educator, including four years teaching at Maple Lane, before transitioning into her leadership role in 2024.
Her mission is to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families to connect, learn, and grow together. Passionate about student achievement, Ms. Paulino is driven by data and uses it to promote growth across the school community.
Outside of school, Ms. Paulino enjoys life with her two children—both proud Maple Lane students—and their cat. She loves the beach, music, reading, running, spending time with family and friends, and has a special fondness for sunflowers. Known for her sense of humor and love of coffee, she’s rarely without a coffee cup in hand and a joke to share. She also is a huge Phillies and Eagles fan. GO BIRDS!
Ms. Paulino is excited to continue building strong relationships and supporting every student’s success.
Owls Soar Strong… Learning All Day Long!
Ms. Samantha Walsh
Dean of Students
Samantha Walsh is the Instructional Dean of Students at Maple Lane Elementary, where she strives to empower, encourage, and invest in every member of the school community. Guided by the belief that everyone needs someone who sees their potential, Mrs. Walsh works to help students and staff take meaningful steps toward their goals.
Mrs. Walsh is currently earning her Doctorate in K–12 Educational Leadership at Widener University. She also holds a Master of Education from Cabrini University and dual bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Spanish from Ursinus College.
With more than ten years of experience in education, Mrs. Walsh has served as a Teacher of Multilingual Learners, an elementary classroom teacher, and an early childhood lead teacher. Her work has focused on equitable access to rigorous instruction, data-informed decision making, and supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth. She has designed and led school-wide professional development, presented at district learning summits, and contributed to MTTS, attendance, and school culture teams.
Outside of her formal roles, Mrs. Walsh loves spending time with her husband and their two children. They love traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time outside.
Administrative Assistants
- Allisa Montella, Administrative Assistant
- Carla Gonzalez, Administrative Assistant