Ali posted links to the articles on a school-sponsored website: U.S. Items for Discussion: A. He received his masters degree in educational administration from Kean University in 2004 and was promoted to department supervisor of social studies and world languages of the entire Woodbridge school district in 2009. Grades 6 - 8 Woodbridge Middle School Grades 9 - 12 Woodbridge High School. 0:00. Career Fair for our high school juniors and seniors later this month. 2. Since then, 36 students and teachers have tested positive for the . Dr. Gencarelli was promoted to Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in 2021. If you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the Office of the Superintendent: 203-387-6631 or csyriac@woodbridgeps.org. After her departure, "the district has been notoriously tight-lipped about matters since various schools have been under investigation by the State Board of Education's Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance because of a high number of wrong-to-right erasures on the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJASK) standardized tests. In 2010, he was promoted to Principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20. The district submitted an application for the States $350 million Regular Operating District capital grant program for a planned school roof replacement. After beginning his teaching career at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School in 2002, Mr. Postorino has held many leadership positions, rising through the educational ranks, and gaining extensive knowledge at various levels in the Woodbridge Township School District. Anderson saidthat Zega is "so committed" that he has "offered to help with the transition of new Superintendent. joseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us. "Dr. Zega will become a principal in the district, pursuant to an agreement between him and the Board," she told Patch. Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. Woodbridge Board of Education president Marie Anderson did not directly answer when Patch asked why Zega's contract was not renewed. Dr. Massimino received his Doctoral Degree in Educational Administration from Rutgers University in 2014 where his research focused on the referents of faculty trust and student achievement. Superintendent March 10, 2022 11. The yearly Board meeting calendar is as follows: April 25 (Open Public Budget Meeting); April 27 (Board Meeting and Budget Adoption); May 18; June 15; July 13; August 10 and 24; September 21; October 19; November 16; and December 21. "Thank you for your service Dr. Zega," said DellaPietro, who was the previous board president. The superintendent of the Woodbridge Township School District has been appointed to the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey's (ESCNJ) Board of . There is politics it's a very hard district. A native of Woodbridge,Massimino attended the same schools he oversees today as superintendent, a district he truly calls home. 94 0 obj <>stream To learn more about ESCN and its programs, visitwww.escnj.us. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D from Rutgers University in Learning Cognition, Instruction, and Development, with an emphasis on Mathematics Education. District Offices - Woodbridge School District. His extensive background and many years of experience as an educator and administrator will make him a valuable resource as we chart our future, ESCNJ Schools Superintendent Mark Finkelstein said in the statement. Zega, who said during Thursday's meeting that he was "not retiring," was appointed superintendent in December 2013 after serving as Interim Superintendent for five months. Cheryl Makin. The following morning, Ali met with Zega and Lottman; his employment was terminated. Ali also presented a lesson on the September 11 terrorist attacks, requiring students to read online articles translated by the Middle Eastern Media Research Institute (MEMRI). There were a lot of challenges it was a pleasure working with you lastyear and all the years prior. Cheryl Makin is an award-winning features and education reporter for MyCentralJersey.com, part of the USA Today Network. In 2008, Dr. Gencarelli was promoted to Supervisor of English, Media Centers and ESL/Bilingual Programs for the District, a role she served in until 2011. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. [8], For the 2004-05 school year, Matthew Jago Elementary School was named a "Star School" by the New Jersey Department of Education, the highest honor that a New Jersey school can achieve. Congratulations Liz Hinkle Getka on being selected as the Delaware School Psychologist of the Year! The Policy and Planning Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, presents the following: 1. Requests for meetings from the W.T.C.S.A. Ms. Dorothy Domke, Secretary . The event will feature representatives from the contractor community as well as building trades such as operating engineers, laborers, and ironworkers to name a few. Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. In February of 2015, Mr. Wolferman was named Acting Business Administrator and was hired as the Business Administrator/Board Secretary for the 2015-16 school year. 336. All rights reserved. The mission of the Woodbridge School District is to educate all students to become highly successful, healthy, and contributing citizens in a global society. Contact: Cmakin@gannettnj.com or @CherylMakin. Woodbridge GSP Crash Blocks Lane Saturday Morning: DOT, Photos From Reading At LeGrand Coffee House In Woodbridge, Ex-Woodbridge Wrestling Coach Accused Of Sex Crimes Pleads Guilty, Take better care of your bones Join HSS for a new webinar on 5/3, LDANJ 2023 Transitions and Beyond Annual Spring Conference, JCC of Middlesex County to Celebrate Israel @75 with IDF Concert, School Bus Company Seeking Fleet Mechanic, Terms Of The Deal Rutgers Reached With Faculty Unions, Father Of Man Killed By Old Bridge Police: 'This Could Be Your Son', Latest Job Listings In The Woodbridge Area, 5 New Homes For Sale In The Woodbridge Area. Box 428, School Street Paul T. Postorino Woodbridge, NJ . The Board will actively discuss our budget at the annual Open Public Finance Meeting on Tuesday, April 25, at 6:00 pm from the Ross Street Elementary School gymnasium. Third Circuit upholds the termination of a teacher for teaching anti-Semitic views. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution commending Jenica Liang, a senior at . Dr. Gencarelli returned to Seton Hall University and was awarded her Masters Degree in Education, majoring in Instructional Design and Technology, in 2006. Editor's note: This article originally incorrectly reported that Zega chose not to renew his contract. Planning 9/11 Style Attack Using ISIS in Early 2015. The MEMRI articles also contained links to other articles, such as The Jews are Like a Cancer, Woe to the World if they Become Strong. A reporter questioned Principal Lottman and Superintendent Zega. You can explore additional available newsletters here. The districts high school counselors are arranging buses for select students to attend. ", "Woodbridge is a hard district," he said. In 2011, she was promoted to Principal of Woodbine Avenue School #23 where she worked for one year before settling in at Avenel Street School #4&5 for the last nine years. With nearly 14,000 students, the township isone of the largest school districts in the state with 17elementary schools, five middle schools,three high schools andmore than 1,000 teachers. One year later he took on the additional role of District Diversity and Equity Coordinator. Superintendent of Schools. All rights reserved. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . Please plan accordingly. In 2001, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies with a minor in Political Science from Rutgers University. Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year is in full swing. After working in the Scheduling and Advance Department for the Governor's Office, Dr. Massimino began his teaching career in 2002 at Woodbridge High School as a teacher of Social Studies. The public is welcome. I want to thank district personnel and our partners in the municipal government for once again organizing the annual Woodbridge Twp. Over the years, Mr. Wolferman has maintained involvement in the community outside of his employment by coaching local little league baseball and street hockey league teams. Donna Coonan, Director of Business Services/Operations Phone: 203-389-2195 ext. In 2017 he was appointed Special Assistant for Mathematics, with the job of driving improvements to the teaching and learning of mathematics at the district level. Maria Gencarelli was raised in the Iselin section of Woodbridge Township, and is a proud product of our public schools. "The board chose not to offer me a contract. Defendant Robert Zega is the Superintendent of Schools for the Woodbridge Township School District. Defendant Glenn Lottman is the principal of Woodbridge High School. Fax: (732) 750-3493 superintendent@woodbridge.k12.nj.us March 30, 2022 Dear Parents and Guardians, I hope this finds you well. "It is nice to see someone with such talent, skills and experience come up through the ranks to the levelof Superintendent," Board of Education President Marie Anderson said. "You have the nine egos of the Board members. Box 428 School Street Woodbridge, NJ 07095 Phone: 732-750-3200 The Board will hold its next regular meeting on Thursday, April 27 at 6:00 PM. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. Sign up to get Patch emails: https://patch.com/subscribe Contact this Patch reporter: Carly.baldwin@patch.com. as the new superintendent of Woodbridge schools effective July 1, 2021. Massimino is a lifelong resident of Woodbridge Township and he attended Woodbridge public schools from kindergarten until his graduation from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School in 1997, according to his bio on the district's website. The Woodbridge Township School District is a comprehensive community public school district that serves students in kindergarten through twelfth grade from Woodbridge Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States.All schools are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.. As of the 2018-19 school year, the district, comprising 26 schools, had an enrollment . WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. My current contract will expire at the end of June," said Zega. His supervisor received complaints about Ali's instruction on the Holocaust. Classes will resume on Monday, April 17. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 Superintendent of Schools Telephone: (732) 602-8472 Fax: (732) 750-3493 superintendent@woodbridge.k12.nj.us April 28, 2022 Dear Colonia High School Parents and Guardians, I hope this finds everyone doing well after Spring Break. Contacting Justia or any attorney through this site, via web form, email, or otherwise, does not create an attorney-client relationship. Julie Bair was born in Red Bank, New Jersey and was raised in Middletown. The district introduced its preliminary 2023-2024 school budget where the district is a deserved recipient of an additional $19.8 million in new State Aid as part of the States seven-year phase-in to underfunded school districts. Brian Wolferman was born on Long Island on July 15, 1973. Steven Lawrence slawrence@woodbridgeps.org. Main Menu. The next steps are completing architectural drawings, DOE submissions, and bidding out the construction work. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Please note that the district will be closed for Spring Break beginning at dismissal on Friday, April 7. Erin Williamson ewilliamson@woodbridgeps.org. YL^ i36b0>agrW `q?13DNA3(#'@ Woodbridge Township Schools opened two weeks ago with a hybrid model where students take turns attending classes for half-days. 9-12, 14. He alleged discrimination, hostile work environment, free speech and academic freedom violations, and defamation. Dr. Massimino, congratulations and I look forward to working with you. I am writing to provide our entire school community Find Us . Dr. Jay Dahya jdahya@woodbridgeps.org. Woodbridge Township Board of Education P. O. The mission of the Woodbridge School District is to educate all students to become highly successful, healthy, and contributing citizens in a global society. From serving as Athletic Director at JFKMHS, to Assistant Principal of first, John F. Kennedy Memorial High School and then, Iselin Middle School, to Elementary Language Arts & Physical Education Supervisor, to Principal of Indiana Avenue School #18 and John F. Kennedy Memorial High School, respectively. "We go back to School #25 but we really got close during the pandemic. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Sign up for our free summaries and get the latest delivered directly to you. Paul T. Postorino is an educational leader whose roots in the Woodbridge Township School District go back to his kindergarten days at Avenel Street School 4&5 until his graduation from Colonia High School. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. ", "Thank you Dr. Zega for not only your service to the students of Woodbridge, but to the residents of Woodbridge," Molnar said. [7], For the 2005-06 school year, the district was recognized with the "Best Practices Award" by the New Jersey Department of Education for its "Blooming Buddies-The Garden Club" Science program at Matthew Jago Elementary School. In July of 2021, Mr. Ali was appointed Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the district. Maria Gencarelli, Ed.D.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resourcesmaria.gencarelli@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8470. After several years, he joined the Woodbridge Township School District as the School Accountant. In 2010, he was promoted to principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20 and in 2014, he received his PhD. doctoral degree in educational administration from Rutgers University. We have become aware of a social media post and associated news &6c-#Oc$j+m-EI After an undefeated regular season and a consecutive county championship, the joint Woodbridge Twp. The 2022-2023 high school winter sports season was particularly notable as our sports teams had impressive runs and accomplishments along the way. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. Launching into Healthy Learning Initiative; Superintendent; About Woodbridge; . WOODBRIDGE - The Board of Education approved the appointment of Joseph . I am truly grateful and I appreciate all the work he has done for our school district.". WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. Id. We ask for your patience as applications take time to thoroughly vet each application for accuracy and proper residency. Vice PresidentTerm - 2024Follow @danielharris08, Ad Hoc CommitteeAthletics & Extracurricular CommitteeBuilding & Grounds CommitteeCafeteria CommitteeCurriculum CommitteeFinance & Insurance CommitteePersonnel & Grievance CommitteePolicy & Planning CommitteeTransportation Committee, Board MemberTerm - 2023Follow @MarieAnderson24, Athletics & Extracurricular CommitteeBuilding & Grounds CommitteeCurriculum CommitteeEquity Commission CommitteeFinance & Insurance CommitteeNegotiations CommitteePersonnel & Grievance CommitteeSecurity & School SafetySpecial Education Committee, Cafeteria CommitteeFinance & Insurance CommitteeNegotiations CommitteePolicy & Planning CommitteeSecurity & School SafetySpecial Education CommitteeTechnology Committee, Athletics & Extracurricular CommitteeBuilding & Grounds CommitteeCafeteria CommitteeEquity Commission CommitteeFinance & Insurance CommitteePersonnel & Grievance CommitteePolicy & Planning CommitteeSecurity & School SafetyTransportation Committee, Board MemberTerm - 2024Ad Hoc CommitteeAthletics & Extracurricular CommitteeCafeteria CommitteeCurriculum CommitteeEquity Commission CommitteeNegotiations CommitteeSpecial Education CommitteeTechnology CommitteeTransportation Committee, Board MemberTerm - 2025Follow @AksharAJSidana, Ad Hoc CommitteeBuilding & Grounds CommitteeEquity Commission CommitteeNegotiations CommitteePolicy & Planning CommitteeSecurity & School SafetySpecial Education CommitteeTechnology CommitteeTransportation Committee, Ad Hoc CommitteeCurriculum CommitteeEquity Commission CommitteeFinance & Insurance CommitteePersonnel & Grievance CommitteePolicy & Planning CommitteeSpecial Education CommitteeTechnology Committee, Ad Hoc CommitteeAthletics & Extracurricular CommitteeBuilding & Grounds CommitteeCafeteria CommitteeCurriculum CommitteeNegotiations CommitteePersonnel & Grievance CommitteeSecurity & School SafetyTechnology CommitteeTransportation Committee, Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. In 1998, Mr. Wolferman took, and passed, the Certified Public Accounting Exam. As a loving husband and father to three sons and one daughter, Mr. Ali enjoys international travel as well as donating his time to support local youth sports clubs. Ali sued under New Jersey law and 42 U.S.C. ", "Dr. Zega has always been committed to our students, parents, teachers, staffand Board members," Anderson said. "The retention of highly talentedemployees is critical to the success of the school district.". "I've always been impressed by the level of commitment Dr. Zega has. "I am still tenured in several different administrative positions in the district, but I dont know yet where I will end up.". Jim McGreevey (D) who famously later resigned in disgrace and Massimino then began his teaching career in 2002 as a social studies teacher at Woodbridge High School. Rite of passage: What will NJ proms look like in 2021? Visit https://cicdnj.org/ to learn more and to register. Kendell Ali was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. From there, Mr. Postorino continued his education at Fairleigh Dickinson University where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature, before earning his 1st Masters in Teaching and 2nd in School Administration, both through FDU. $Aqn '\5$+S6Y $0g`$tK h Our students and faculty can more reasonably focus in climate-controlled classrooms during the warmer weather months. Brian Molnar Joseph Velez Susan Bourdin Ezio Tamburello Business Administrator Brian Wolferman Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Zega Woodbridge Township Education Association 34 Green Street, Suite A Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 732-634-5028 . Woodbridge Township School District P.O . Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. The district encourages families to register before the summer so we may accurately account for staff needs and class sizes. The Board will meet in the gymnasium of the new Ross Street Elementary School #11, 110 Ross Street, Woodbridge. The fair annually introduces students to "fields ranging from public services like law enforcement, fire, and EMS, military, as well as private sector professions in automotive services, building trades, manufacturing, and utilities to name a few. Jeff Hughes jhughes@woodbridgeps.org. In 2001, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies with a minor in Political Science from Rutgers University. That the Board of Education approve the tuition payment .
The Grave Grass Quivers Summary,
Santa Clara Vanguard Staff,
Njdoc Academy Sea Girt, Nj Address,
Joe Burrow Endorsement Income,
South Windsor Funeral Home,
Articles W