As a Type II school district, the board's trustees are elected directly by voters to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with three seats up for election each year held (since 2012) as part of the November general election. Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign begins, Windows of Understanding addresses social justice issues through art, Edison welcomes Lunar New Year in festive style. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. as the new superintendent of Woodbridge schools effective July 1, 2021. "CIBA cited as one of the best by Education Department". One English teacher reported that her students were questioning historical accounts of the Holocaust, opining that . He alleged discrimination, hostile work environment, free speech and academic freedom violations, and defamation. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. 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. YL^ i36b0>agrW `q?13DNA3(#'@ The Woodbridge School District does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities, based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, creed, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, homelessness status, military status, victims of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by State and Federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title 19, Chapter 7 of the Delaware Code. ", Molnar added that being on superintendent searches allows board members to see the "stable" they have of "up and coming rising stars. Crowewent on to become principal at Woodbine Elementary School and currently serves as principal at Woodbridge Middle School. Cheryl Makin. Also, please note that to date the district has not yet used any of the built-in inclement weather days, thus as per the official student calendar, the following dates will become days off: Friday, May 26, Tuesday, May 30, and Monday, June 5. Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. Offered as a partnership between the Woodbridge Township School District and the Woodbridge Recreation Department This year, there are a variety of courses offered, including mostly in-person and one popular remote option, as indicated in course descriptions. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution commending sixteen third grade students for their artistic excellence in the . A native of Woodbridge,Massimino attended the same schools he oversees today as superintendent, a district he truly calls home. In 2010, she was promoted to the Director of Special Services. School District varsity hockey team advanced to the State Championship at Newarks Prudential Center to ultimately fall in the fourth overtime and longest state championship hockey game in state history. 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. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Superintendent of Schools. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. "The board chose not to offer me a contract. Seeking to engage the entire community in instructing and inspiring our students to be successful and significant beyond our. Joseph Massimino is a lifelong resident of Woodbridge Township having attended our public schools from Kindergarten until his graduation from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School in 1997. "Dr. Zega will become a principal in the district, pursuant to an agreement between him and the Board," she told Patch. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. 36 students, teachers positive for COVID-19 in N.J. district, forcing 4 Brooke Hopkins bhopkins@woodbridgeps.org. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Teachers union wants halt to in-person classes after 15 positive I am writing to provide our entire school community Woodbridge Township School District She holds both a principals and a supervisors certificate. Woodbridge Township School District I am pleased and thankful to report that the March 14, district-wide referendum passed overwhelmingly 2,236 to 573. (732) 602-8550. Zega told Patch the Woodbridge BOE chose to not renew his contract, for reasons that remain unknown. In 2018, he was appointed as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, and was appointed to the Superintendent of Schools in July of 2021. Contracts During his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Mr. Postorino was a student athlete, having been a 4 year participant in their NCAA baseball program. Third Circuit upholds the termination of a teacher for teaching anti-Semitic views. Congratulations to all district student-athletes at all levels for your individual accolades, hard work, and sportsmanship. Superintendent of Schools Telephone: (732) 602-8472 Fax: (732) 750-3493 superintendent@woodbridge.k12.nj.us May 3, 2022 Hello Colonia High School families, Thank you for reaching out with your concerns. That was not correct and we regret the error. Superintendent of Schools: Ms. Chari Chanley . One English teacher reported that her students were questioning historical accounts of the Holocaust, opining that Hitler didnt hate the Jews and that the death counts were exaggerated. The new superintendent contract stipulates a five-year term through June 30, 2026. Congratulations Liz Hinkle Getka on being selected as the Delaware School Psychologist of the Year! I am truly grateful and I appreciate all the work he has done for our school district.". Anderson saidthat Zega is "so committed" that he has "offered to help with the transition of new Superintendent. &6c-#Oc$j+m-EI 4. Our students and faculty can more reasonably focus in climate-controlled classrooms during the warmer weather months. "You have the nine egos of the Board members. Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. 2. [5][6] Lynn Crest School was recognized as a "Blue Ribbon" School during the 2009-10 school year. Woodbridge Township School District & The Woodbridge Department ", "Woodbridge is a hard district," he said. Ali posted links to the articles on a school-sponsored website: U.S. %PDF-1.5 % The successful passage will now allow the district to transfer monies set aside from the March 2020 referendum for the construction of a replacement building for the existing Avenel Street . Woodbridge superintendent appointed to ESCNJ board In addition to teaching, he also coached baseball and served as an internal coordinator for Middle States. Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center, Important message regarding Pay Pams Managers, 2022 Educational Support Professionals of the Year. Kendell AliDirector of Diversity, Equity and Inclusionkendell.ali@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8565. 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. 1981, claiming that Lottman referred to him as Mufasa, asked Ali if they had computers in Egypt, and remarked on his ethnicity during the meetings that resulted in Alis termination. In 2006 he graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science. About the Board | Woodbridge Township School District The virtual instructor will Superintendent's. Message Heath Chasanov, Superintendent read now. Tuition Rate . The districts high school counselors are arranging buses for select students to attend. Plaintiff knew both Lottman and Zega prior to his employment with the Woodbridge Township School District. He said he looks forward to working closely with other superintendents on the Board of Directors and the ESCNJ administrative team to provide the latest services available that enhance the quality of education for students with challenging disabilities, according to the statement. Box 428 School Street Woodbridge, NJ 07095 Phone: 732-750-3200. 19-2217 (3d Cir. will be made to . Kendell Ali was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Sign up for our free summaries and get the latest delivered directly to you. In 2001, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies with a minor in Political Science from Rutgers University. Students written assignments confirmed those accounts. Maria Gencarelli, Ed.D.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resourcesmaria.gencarelli@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8470. Box 428 School StreetWoodbridge, NJ 07095Phone: 732-750-3200. 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. In 2002 Dr. Gencarelli began her teaching career at Woodbridge Middle School as an English Language Arts teacher. He received his Masters Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Kean University in 2004 and was promoted to Department Supervisor of Social Studies and World Languages in 2009. Erin Williamson ewilliamson@woodbridgeps.org. Brian Wolferman was born on Long Island on July 15, 1973. Cheryl Makin is an award-winning features and education reporter for MyCentralJersey.com, part of the USA Today Network. Longtime Woodbridge educator named new Superintendent of Schools for district. The board of education adopts policies under which the school district operates; oversees the budget; approves the curriculum; hires and evaluates the superintendent; represents the public during contract negotiations; and serves as a communications link between the community and the school system. 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. Board of Education members Frank DellaPietro III and Brian Molnar, who bothabstained on the vote, saidit was a pleasure to work with Zega and congratulated Massimino on theappointment. The mission of the Woodbridge School District is to educate all students to become highly successful, healthy, and contributing citizens in a global society. 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