Woodbridge Township School District | Home PDF Employee Agreement Between the Woodbridge Township Board of Education If you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the Office of the Superintendent: 203-387-6631 or csyriac@woodbridgeps.org. Four Board of Education members abstained from the roll call vote after Board of Education attorney Jonathan Busch said any member who is "conflicted," shouldabstainon the matter. During his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Mr. Postorino was a student athlete, having been a 4 year participant in their NCAA baseball program. Superintendent's Office. The Third Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of the defendants. After several years, he joined the Woodbridge Township School District as the School Accountant. I am writing to provide our entire school community "The retention of highly talentedemployees is critical to the success of the school district.". Plaintiff had previously . August 20, 2021. My current contract will expire at the end of June," said Zega. That was not correct and we regret the error. Box 428 School StreetWoodbridge, NJ 07095Phone: 732-750-3200. You're all set! In no particular order, congratulations are warranted to both the Colonia High and JFK Memorial High School Cheerleading teams on State Championships in their respective groupings. Woodbridge Township School District is returning to all-remote learning at four of its schools due to new COVID-19 cases.As of Wednesday, Superintendent Robert Zega said that 15 positive coronavirus cases had been reported in the school di Kendell Ali was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Search: Search. Helping out: Amid remote learning, an army of NJ volunteers are building desks for kids, Graduation 2021 shopping list: Caps, gowns and COVID vaccinations. In 2010, he was promoted to Principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20. doctoral degree in educational administration from Rutgers University. 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 Elementary School to be used for a major renovation and refurbishment of the existing school. 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. WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Our March Board meeting was rather busy. 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. Maria Gencarelli was raised in the Iselin section of Woodbridge Township, and is a proud product of our public schools. As of the 201819 school year, the district, comprising 26 schools, had an enrollment of 13,888 students and 1,122.7 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a studentteacher ratio of 12.4:1. Prior to being named to the top job, Massimino was the assistant superintendent for the district. 6 talking about this. About the Board | Woodbridge Township School District 9-12, 14. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. This page is not available in other languages. The district accepts only online applications on our district website at https://www.woodbridge.k12.nj.us/page/student-registration. In 2001, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies with a minor in Political Science from Rutgers University. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. "Thank you for your dedication to the students for serving in the role until the school year is done. Massimino is a very welcome addition to our board. &6c-#Oc$j+m-EI Dr. Gencarelli returned to Seton Hall University and was awarded her Masters Degree in Education, majoring in Instructional Design and Technology, in 2006. Box 428, School Street Paul T. Postorino Woodbridge, NJ . 2. The Policy and Planning Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, presents the following: 1. Cheryl Makin is an award-winning features and education reporter for MyCentralJersey.com, part of the USA Today Network. Dr.Massimino I wish you all the luck in the world. Superintendent's. Message Heath Chasanov, Superintendent read now. Paul PostorinoAssistant Superintendent forCurriculum & Instructionpaul.postorino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8487. Woodbridge, NJ 07095 Assistant Superintendent Telephone: (732) 602-8487 for Curriculum and Instruction Fax: (732) 636-3103 Paul.Postorino@Woodbridge.k12.nj.us April 20, 2023 RE: New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) That the Board of Education approve the previously submitted 2019-2020 School Self-Assessment for Determining Grades under the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act for the 25 schools of the Woodbridge Township School District. PDF Woodbridge Township Board of Education Agenda Dr. Massimino, congratulations and I look forward to working with you. Woodbridge Township School District P.O . She attended Bayview Elementary School, Bayshore Middle School and is a graduate of Middletown High School North. The public is welcome. Like Zega, Massimino is a longtime district employee and alumnuswho attended townshippublic schools from Kindergarten throughgraduation from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School in 1997. . [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. Robert Zega, who was approved by the Woodbridge Township school board on Wednesday, criticized an old outlook that he said placed an "emphasis on performing in state tests." Message from the Board President | Woodbridge Township School District [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. Third Circuit upholds the termination of a teacher for teaching anti-Semitic views. [1] The high schools offer more than 150 courses, including Advanced Placement, college preparatory, business, vocational and cooperative work/study programs. I thank the public and private sector employers for participating. Editor's note: This article originally incorrectly reported that Zega chose not to renew his contract. The event is open to current students, recent graduates, and parents. Maria Gencarelli, Ed.D.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resourcesmaria.gencarelli@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8470. 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. Students written assignments confirmed those accounts. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . "Dr. Zega will become a principal in the district, pursuant to an agreement between him and the Board," she told Patch. One English teacher reported that her students were questioning historical accounts of the Holocaust, opining that . Administrative Assistant/Superintendent's Office Phone: 203-387-6631. BUSINESS OFFICE. ", "Woodbridge is a hard district," he said. Plaintiff knew both Lottman and Zega prior to his employment with the Woodbridge Township School District. He worked for a stint in scheduling for the governor's office, under then Gov. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. "CIBA cited as one of the best by Education Department". In 2002 Dr. Gencarelli began her teaching career at Woodbridge Middle School as an English Language Arts teacher. Id. Sarah Beth Del Prete, Secretary sdelprete@woodbridgeps.org. $Aqn '\5$+S6Y $0g`$tK h Julie Bair began her career in a private school teaching students with autism and multiple disabled students. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. The Superintendent of Schools presents the following recommendations: 1. We ask for your patience as applications take time to thoroughly vet each application for accuracy and proper residency. New Woodbridge superintendent calls for 'major shift' in philosophy She holds teaching certificates for Teacher of the Handicapped and Elementary Education. In 2001, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies with a minor in Political Science from Rutgers University. 94 0 obj <>stream 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. We have always had good leadership at the top and I am sure that is going to be the way going forward.". ALI v. WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT One year later he took on the additional role of District Diversity and Equity Coordinator. 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. as the new superintendent of Woodbridge schools effective July 1, 2021. 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As both an avid New York Mets baseball and New York Rangers hockey fan, you can catch him rooting for his teams alongside his family in his free time. The virtual instructor will Dr. Gencarelli enjoys spending time with her husband and her two daughters. In 2001, Julie left Elizabeth to become the Supervisor of Special Education Programs in Woodbridge Township. She left the private school to teach learning disabled students and emotionally disturbed students for Elizabeth Public Schools. Stay Connected . On behalf of the Board, Administration, and the Avenel St. In addition to working as a math teacher, Mr. Ali coached basketball and the robotics team, which enabled him to improve student outcomes through a holistic approach that addressed both academics as well as students physical and social-emotional wellbeing. The new superintendent contract stipulates a five-year term through June 30, 2026. Massimino replacesRobert Zega, a longtime district employee and alumnusof district schools. Brian WolfermanBusiness Administrator/Board Secretarybrian.wolferman@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8536. Woodbridge Township School District Crowewent on to become principal at Woodbine Elementary School and currently serves as principal at Woodbridge Middle School. The Board will meet in the gymnasium of the new Ross Street Elementary School #11, 110 Ross Street, Woodbridge. 47 0 obj <> endobj 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. In 2019 Mr. Ali was hired by the Woodbridge Township School District as the Supervisor of K-12 Mathematics and Academic Support Instruction. She holds both a principals and a supervisors certificate. Dr. Jay Dahya jdahya@woodbridgeps.org. 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. The next steps are completing architectural drawings, DOE submissions, and bidding out the construction work. will be made to . In August of that same year, he married his loving wife, Denise. I am trulyhonoredto have this opportunity to be a member of the prestigious ESCNJ board,Massimino said in the statement. The Colonia High School Boys' Basketball Team is now consecutive Group Three, North II sectional champions. Five board members voted in favor of the appointment. She also poorly trained test proctors, and hired unqualified people to administer the test. Woodbridge Township School District, No. An active volunteer in several youth sports organizations, Massimino is married andthe father oftwo children. Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. 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. WOODBRIDGE - The Board of Education approved the appointment of Joseph Massimino as the new Superintendent of Schools effective July 1 at Thursday's Board of Education meeting. 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. That the Board of Education approve the tuition payment . 5. 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. Be the first to know. MyCentralJersey.com. 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. Massiminoreceived 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. In 2010, he was promoted to principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20 and in 2014, he received his PhD. Grades 6 - 8 Woodbridge Middle School Grades 9 - 12 Woodbridge High School. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Superintendent 8. ", Molnar added that being on superintendent searches allows board members to see the "stable" they have of "up and coming rising stars. Career Fair for our high school juniors and seniors later this month. As always, you can view or read up on all previous Board meetings through the districts website. Find Us . PDF Woodbridge Township School District 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. The Superintendent of Schools presents the following recommendations: 1. 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 . ", "Dr. Zega has always been committed to our students, parents, teachers, staffand Board members," Anderson said. Dr. Lottman directed Ali to remove the MEMRI links from the schools website. Being a part of the Woodbridge school system for so many years, and working with students with disabilities, I believe my contribution will be mutually beneficial to the students in my district as well as the students at ESCNJ.. Teachers union wants halt to in-person classes after 15 positive He has three successful sons, all of whom have gone through the school district. Massimino currently servesas assistant superintendent for human resources for the school district. Defendant Robert Zega is the Superintendent of Schools for the Woodbridge Township School District. Julie BairDirector of Special Servicesjulie.bair@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8575. Our students and faculty can more reasonably focus in climate-controlled classrooms during the warmer weather months. He attended Rutgers University for both his bachelors and doctoratedegrees,and has a masters degree from Kean University. Ms. Reeshemah Zielinski, Confidential Secretary to the Superintendent of Schools . %PDF-1.5 % All schools are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. 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. The public portion of the meeting will begin after 6:30 PM. With a passion for both equity and mathematics, he joined Teach for America and in 2006 began teaching mathematics for Newark Public Schools. Launching into Healthy Learning Initiative; Superintendent; About Woodbridge; . 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. WOODBRIDGE - The Board of Education approved the appointment of Joseph . Woodbridge School District [44][45][46], Lois Rotella, former assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, left her position in early August 2012. 732-602-8550. Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. He graduated from Rutgers in 2001 with a degree in American studies and a minor in political science from Rutgers University. 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. Staff | Woodbridge Township School District 4. The Woodbridge School District will provide equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, national original ancestry, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, sex, marital . Woodbridge Township School District officials said a total of 10 teachers and other staff members and five students from elementary, middle and high school grades tested positive for the . [3], During the 2008-09 school year, Kennedy Park School #24 was recognized with the Blue Ribbon School Award of Excellence by the United States Department of Education,[4] the highest award an American school can receive. In July of 2021, Mr. Ali was appointed Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the district. All rights reserved. Previously, Zega hadbeen serving as the assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction but moved into the interim superintendent position whenthen-Superintendent John Croweresigned as superintendent and Assistant Superintendent Lois Rotella retiredas news of the state Department of Education investigation into cheating at various townshipschools was coming to light. Superintendent of Schools 732-602-8472 joseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us. 36 students, teachers positive for COVID-19 in N.J. district, forcing 4 Sign up for our free summaries and get the latest delivered directly to you. "You have the nine egos of the Board members. With 26 schools and more than 13,000 students, Woodbridge is the eighth largest school system in the state. Though clearly dedicating much of his time to his career and the betterment of WTSD, Mr. Postorino manages to find enjoyment volunteering for several youth sports programs and spending time with his wonderful wife and two children. 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. Please plan accordingly. 2020) Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year is in full swing. Steven Lawrence slawrence@woodbridgeps.org. Fax: (732) 750-3493 superintendent@woodbridge.k12.nj.us March 30, 2022 Dear Parents and Guardians, I hope this finds you well. "Thank you for your service Dr. Zega," said DellaPietro, who was the previous board president. 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.
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