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. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . Lottman directed Ali to remove the MEMRI links from the schools website. 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. Brian Wolferman was born on Long Island on July 15, 1973. 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. Upon graduating from high school, Dr. Gencarelli attended Seton Hall University and received her Bachelor of Science Degree, double majoring in Secondary Education and English, in 2002. Superintendent March 10, 2022 11. The districts high school counselors are arranging buses for select students to attend. In 1998, Mr. Wolferman took, and passed, the Certified Public Accounting Exam. WOODBRIDGE - The Board of Education approved the appointment of Joseph . 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. There were a lot of challenges it was a pleasure working with you lastyear and all the years prior. (732) 602-8550. Requests for meetings from the W.T.C.S.A. hb``b``a`` I thank the public and private sector employers for participating. Finally, after an annual audit, the Boards Buildings and Grounds committee revealed that the district now has 100% of all classrooms air-conditioneda feat made possible by diligent staff and the "financial support of our taxpayers. I am trulyhonoredto have this opportunity to be a member of the prestigious ESCNJ board,Massimino said in the statement. One year later he took on the additional role of District Diversity and Equity Coordinator. That the Board of Education adopt the attached resolution commending Jenica Liang, a senior at . 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. Woodbridge Township Schools opened two weeks ago with a hybrid model where students take turns attending classes for half-days. That the Board of Education approve the tuition payment . Massimino is a very welcome addition to our board. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . In 2010, he was promoted to Principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20. ", "Woodbridge is a hard district," he said. 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. Affirmative Action Officer: Kendell Ali, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (732) 602-8565. Woodbridge Township School District P.O . 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. He graduated from Rutgers in 2001 with a degree in American studies and a minor in political science from Rutgers University. District Offices - Woodbridge School District. 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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 Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. . You can explore additional available newsletters here. Cheryl Makin is an award-winning features and education reporter for MyCentralJersey.com, part of the USA Today Network. A native of Woodbridge,Massimino attended the same schools he oversees today as superintendent, a district he truly calls home. 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Paul Postorino Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction 732-602-8487 . Dr. Massimino, congratulations and I look forward to working with you. All rights reserved. Our students and faculty can more reasonably focus in climate-controlled classrooms during the warmer weather months. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 Superintendent of Schools Telephone: (732) 602-8472 Fax: (732) 750-3796 Joseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us May 26, 2022 Dear Woodbridge Township Families, I hope this finds you and yours doing well. https://www.woodbridge.k12.nj.us/page/student-registration. Five board members voted in favor of the appointment. During his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Mr. Postorino was a student athlete, having been a 4 year participant in their NCAA baseball program. All rights reserved. You're all set! The 2022-2023 high school winter sports season was particularly notable as our sports teams had impressive runs and accomplishments along the way. The Third Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of the defendants. %%EOF Grades 6 - 8 Woodbridge Middle School Grades 9 - 12 Woodbridge High School. The Board will meet in the gymnasium of the new Ross Street Elementary School #11, 110 Ross Street, Woodbridge. 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. joseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us. Anderson recognized Zega midway through Thursday's Board meeting prior to the announcement of Massimino's appointment. Box 428 School StreetWoodbridge, NJ 07095Phone: 732-750-3200. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. In August of that same year, he married his loving wife, Denise. "The retention of highly talentedemployees is critical to the success of the school district.". All rights reserved. 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. I am pleased and thankful to report that the March 14, district-wide referendum passed overwhelmingly 2,236 to 573. Zega led the Woodbridge school district through the tumultuous year of the coronavirus pandemic, when schools first went all virtual last March, reopened in a hybrid form this fall, then went back to all virtual in November in the second wave to finally reopen five days a week at last by the end of April. Superintendent of Schools: Ms. Chari Chanley . Administrative Assistant/Superintendent's Office Phone: 203-387-6631. BUSINESS OFFICE. We ask for your patience as applications take time to thoroughly vet each application for accuracy and proper residency. My current contract will expire at the end of June," said Zega. 6 talking about this. 9-12, 14. She holds both a principals and a supervisors certificate. [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. Message from the Board President. The district encourages families to register before the summer so we may accurately account for staff needs and class sizes. Defendant Robert Zega is the Superintendent of Schools for the Woodbridge Township School District. Superintendent's Office. [9], Schools in the district (with 201819 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics[10]) are:[11], Core members of the district's administration are:[42][43], The district's board of education, with nine members, sets policy and oversees the fiscal and educational operation of the district through its administration. Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. His supervisor received complaints about Alis instruction on the Holocaust. 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). hWmo6+E m>,2J=-Ps$EyE0a2kAB1u2CDIOWAK ", "Thank you Dr. Zega for not only your service to the students of Woodbridge, but to the residents of Woodbridge," Molnar said. Sarah Beth Del Prete, Secretary sdelprete@woodbridgeps.org. 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. Later, he moved to Woodbridge, New Jersey and took a job at the Cohen, Friedman, Dorman, & Leen accounting firm in Union. 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 . Julie returned to Kean and earned her Masters Degree in Educational Administration. The next steps are completing architectural drawings, DOE submissions, and bidding out the construction work. "Administration" shall mean the Woodbridge Township School District central office administrators consisting of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent, the Director of Personnel Services, the Business Administrator/Board Secretary and the Director of Special Services. Erin Williamson ewilliamson@woodbridgeps.org. 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. These steps take several months but I will keep you all apprised. Third Circuit upholds the termination of a teacher for teaching anti-Semitic views. 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. Box 428 School Street Woodbridge, NJ 07095 Phone: 732-750-3200 In 2019 Mr. Ali was hired by the Woodbridge Township School District as the Supervisor of K-12 Mathematics and Academic Support Instruction. All rights reserved. In 2010, she was promoted to the Director of Special Services. 2. 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. "Thank you for your dedication to the students for serving in the role until the school year is done. Woodbridge Township Board of Education P. O. 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 . District Information. Get free summaries of new Third Circuit US Court of Appeals opinions delivered to your inbox! and the Woodbridge Township School District for the period April 1, 2022, through June 22, 2022: Case No. Seeking to engage the entire community in instructing and inspiring our students to be successful and significant beyond our. The public is welcome. 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. Dr. Massimino is an active volunteer in several youth sports organizations and enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. Id. Helping out: Amid remote learning, an army of NJ volunteers are building desks for kids, Graduation 2021 shopping list: Caps, gowns and COVID vaccinations. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. Cheryl Makin. Defendant Glenn Lottman is the principal of Woodbridge High School. He alleged discrimination, hostile work environment, free speech and academic freedom violations, and defamation. The Colonia High School Boys' Basketball Team is now consecutive Group Three, North II sectional champions. ", Molnar added that being on superintendent searches allows board members to see the "stable" they have of "up and coming rising stars. WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. Plaintiff had previously . Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. The district submitted an application for the States $350 million Regular Operating District capital grant program for a planned school roof replacement. Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. Visit https://cicdnj.org/ to learn more and to register. 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. 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. Tuition amounts listed are per 5-day class for one student. I want to thank district personnel and our partners in the municipal government for once again organizing the annual Woodbridge Twp. WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. See your school counselor for opportunities. Contacting Justia or any attorney through this site, via web form, email, or otherwise, does not create an attorney-client relationship. 0:00. Dr. Gencarelli once again returned to Seton Hall University to earn her Doctorate in Education Leadership, Management and Policy in 2011. 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. He graduated from Hofstra University with a B.A. "Thank you for your service Dr. Zega," said DellaPietro, who was the previous board president. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Students written assignments confirmed those accounts. Superintendent 8. 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. Maria Gencarelli, Ed.D.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resourcesmaria.gencarelli@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8470. He worked for a stint in scheduling for the governor's office, under then Gov. We had a lot of firstsand you got thrown a curveball and you handled it well. 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. Superintendent of Schools. In 2006 he graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science. The event is open to current students, recent graduates, and parents. In 2002 Dr. Gencarelli began her teaching career at Woodbridge Middle School as an English Language Arts teacher. He attended Rutgers University for both his bachelors and doctoratedegrees,and has a masters degree from Kean University. The superintendent of the Woodbridge Township School District has been appointed to the Educational Services Commission of New Jerseys (ESCNJ) Board of Directors. hbbd```b``"+c ._0"3`0 On behalf of the Board, Administration, and the Avenel St. 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. In 2001, Julie left Elizabeth to become the Supervisor of Special Education Programs in Woodbridge Township. Find Us . In 2018, he was appointed as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, and was appointed to the Superintendent of Schools in July of 2021. 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. "We go back to School #25 but we really got close during the pandemic. The district is classified by the New Jersey Department of Education as being in District Factor Group "DE", the fifth-highest of eight groupings. The Policy and Planning Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, presents the following: 1. 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. Woodbridge High School alumnus Haley Resta conducted a color run and plank-a-thon to heighten awareness about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Amid remote learning, an army of NJ volunteers are building desks for kids, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Dr. Gencarelli was promoted to Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in 2021. 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. Looking at this past few years just getting through this COVID crisis, this was not an easy thing to navigate and with your leadership, you were a beacon of light, a calmness that guided us through this crisis. 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. Brian WolfermanBusiness Administrator/Board Secretarybrian.wolferman@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8536. WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Dr.Massimino I wish you all the luck in the world. 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.