User Options. 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 . The districts high school counselors are arranging buses for select students to attend. Crowewent on to become principal at Woodbine Elementary School and currently serves as principal at Woodbridge Middle School. The following morning, Ali met with Zega and Lottman; his employment was terminated. 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. 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. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Please note that the district will be closed for Spring Break beginning at dismissal on Friday, April 7. Affirmative Action Officer: Kendell Ali, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (732) 602-8565. 5. Mr. Wolferman began his accounting career with the firm of Herbert L. Tannenbaum & Co. in Huntington on Long Island. He has three successful sons, all of whom have gone through the school district. Superintendent's Office. 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. Monroe Township School District Home of the Falcons Translate Language . Rite of passage: What will NJ proms look like in 2021? From lowest socioeconomic status to highest, the categories are A, B, CD, DE, FG, GH, I and J. Superintendent's. Message Heath Chasanov, Superintendent read now. 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. 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. Erin Williamson ewilliamson@woodbridgeps.org. Later, he moved to Woodbridge, New Jersey and took a job at the Cohen, Friedman, Dorman, & Leen accounting firm in Union. To contact the Board, e-mailBoard@woodbridge.k12.nj.usor call Board Secretary Nicole Lanigan at 732-602-8536. 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. 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. Woodbridge Township School District | Home Message from the Board President. In 2002 Dr. Gencarelli began her teaching career at Woodbridge Middle School as an English Language Arts teacher. Dr. Gencarelli once again returned to Seton Hall University to earn her Doctorate in Education Leadership, Management and Policy in 2011. The Policy and Planning Committee, on recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, presents the following: 1. Superintendent's Office / Welcome In 2018, he was appointed as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, and was appointed to the Superintendent of Schools in July of 2021. WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. With 26 schools and more than 13,000 students, Woodbridge is the eighth largest school system in the state. Maria Gencarelli was raised in the Iselin section of Woodbridge Township, and is a proud product of our public schools. You can explore additional available newsletters here. Box 428 School Street Woodbridge, NJ 07095 Phone: 732-750-3200 "I've always been impressed by the level of commitment Dr. Zega has. General Information | Woodbridge Township School District CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION. Superintendent Notifications | Woodbridge Township School District Maria Gencarelli, Ed.D.Assistant Superintendent for Human Resourcesmaria.gencarelli@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8470. 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. To learn more about ESCN and its programs, visitwww.escnj.us. 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. Please plan accordingly. 47 0 obj <> endobj WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. She was later suspended by vote at the Woodbridge Board of Education.[48]. In 2010, he was promoted to principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20 and in 2014, he received his PhD. Teachers union wants halt to in-person classes after 15 positive JosephMassimino, who has worked with the Woodbridge school district for almost 20 years, began his career in 2002 as a social studies teacher at Woodbridge High School and held various administrative positions in the district before being named the schools superintendent earlier this year, according to information provided by ESCNJ. The event is open to current students, recent graduates, and parents. Dr. Gencarelli returned to Seton Hall University and was awarded her Masters Degree in Education, majoring in Instructional Design and Technology, in 2006. Woodbridge Township School District 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. You should be proud of the resume that you have and we thank you for your leadership through this time. 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." Dr.Massimino I wish you all the luck in the world. District Factor Groups organize districts statewide to allow comparison by common socioeconomic characteristics of the local districts. will be made to . The mission of the Woodbridge School District is to educate all students to become highly successful, healthy, and contributing citizens in a global society. A native of Woodbridge,Massimino attended the same schools he oversees today as superintendent, a district he truly calls home. [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. I thank the public and private sector employers for participating. 1:35. PDF Woodbridge Township School District . 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. Woodbridge Township School District Superintendent of Schools: Ms. Chari Chanley . "The Woodbridge Township School District, like many districts in the state, is doing its best to manage the bus driver shortage," superintendent Dr. Joe Massimino told Patch Tuesday. In 2018, he was appointed as the assistant superintendent for Human Resources. 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. That the Board of Education approve the tuition payment . 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. If you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the Office of the Superintendent: 203-387-6631 or csyriac@woodbridgeps.org. [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. 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. Employment Opportunities - Woodbridge School District He graduated from Hofstra University with a B.A. as the new superintendent of Woodbridge schools effective July 1, 2021. Kendell AliDirector of Diversity, Equity and Inclusionkendell.ali@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8565. Congratulations Liz Hinkle Getka on being selected as the Delaware School Psychologist of the Year! 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Ali posted links to the articles on a school-sponsored website: U.S. District Offices - Woodbridge School District. ", "Dr. Zega has always been committed to our students, parents, teachers, staffand Board members," Anderson said. 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. 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 . Visit https://cicdnj.org/ to learn more and to register. Box 428, School Street Paul T. Postorino Woodbridge, NJ . Contacting Justia or any attorney through this site, via web form, email, or otherwise, does not create an attorney-client relationship. She attended Bayview Elementary School, Bayshore Middle School and is a graduate of Middletown High School North. in Accounting in 1995. Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year is in full swing. Woodbridge superintendent appointed to ESCNJ board 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. Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Find Us . 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. Congratulations to all district student-athletes at all levels for your individual accolades, hard work, and sportsmanship. 0 About the Board | Woodbridge Township School District Ali cannot show that his termination for teaching anti-Semitic views was a pretext for discrimination. Lottman directed Ali to remove the MEMRI links from the schools website. District Offices - Woodbridge School District hWmo6+E m>,2J=-Ps$EyE0a2kAB1u2CDIOWAK &6c-#Oc$j+m-EI Ali v. Woodbridge Township School District, No. 19-2217 (3d Cir. 2020) Woodbridge Township School District P.O. Kendell Ali was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. 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 . In 2006 he graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science. "CIBA cited as one of the best by Education Department". Dr. Gencarelli enjoys spending time with her husband and her two daughters. Helping out: Amid remote learning, an army of NJ volunteers are building desks for kids, Graduation 2021 shopping list: Caps, gowns and COVID vaccinations. After an undefeated regular season and a consecutive county championship, the joint Woodbridge Twp. 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 2001, Julie left Elizabeth to become the Supervisor of Special Education Programs in Woodbridge Township. WOODBRIDGE - The Board of Education approved the appointment of Joseph . We ask for your patience as applications take time to thoroughly vet each application for accuracy and proper residency. "[47], In 2015, it was found out that Ford Avenue School #14 principal Cathie Bedosky was encouraging students to cheat on the NJASK standardized test. I am trulyhonoredto have this opportunity to be a member of the prestigious ESCNJ board,Massimino said in the statement. Contracts We had a lot of firstsand you got thrown a curveball and you handled it well. His supervisor received complaints about Ali's instruction on the Holocaust. Seeking to engage the entire community in instructing and inspiring our students to be successful and significant beyond our. In addition to teaching, he also coached baseball and served as an Internal Coordinator for Middle States. Julie BairDirector of Special Servicesjulie.bair@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8575. Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. The district is classified by the New Jersey Department of Education as being in District Factor Group "DE", the fifth-highest of eight groupings. Dr. Jay Dahya jdahya@woodbridgeps.org. Elementary School community, we thank you for voting in support of the measure. Anderson recognized Zega midway through Thursday's Board meeting prior to the announcement of Massimino's appointment. Justia makes no guarantees or warranties that the annotations are accurate or reflect the current state of law, and no annotation is intended to be, nor should it be construed as, legal advice. Ali sued under New Jersey law and 42 U.S.C. %%EOF Main Menu. 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. Massimino is a very welcome addition to our board. Id. One English teacher reported that her students were questioning historical accounts of the Holocaust, opining that . Dr. The public portion of the meeting will begin after 6:30 PM. We have always had good leadership at the top and I am sure that is going to be the way going forward.". Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. These steps take several months but I will keep you all apprised. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Massimino is an active volunteer in several youth sports organizations and enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, according to his bio on the district website. (732) 499-4809, Woodbridge Township School DistrictP.O. 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. 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. Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. 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. hb``b``a`` Superintendent of Schools 732-602-8472 joseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us. You already receive all suggested Justia Opinion Summary Newsletters. Our March Board meeting was rather busy. 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 His supervisor received complaints about Alis instruction on the Holocaust. PDF Woodbridge Township Board of Education Agenda In July of 2021, Mr. Ali was appointed Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the district. Ms. Dorothy Domke, Secretary . Policy and Planning B. Curriculum C. Finance and Insurance D. Security & School Safety . 732-602-8550. 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 . 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. 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 Township School District. Contact: Cmakin@gannettnj.com or @CherylMakin. Grades 6 - 8 Woodbridge Middle School Grades 9 - 12 Woodbridge High 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. 4. All rights reserved. Requests for meetings from the W.T.C.S.A. Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 . Defendant Robert Zega is the Superintendent of Schools for the Woodbridge Township School District. Superintendent of Schools. I want to thank district personnel and our partners in the municipal government for once again organizing the annual Woodbridge Twp. "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. Defendant Glenn Lottman is the principal of Woodbridge High School. 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. 0:00. WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT _____ P. O. Joseph Massimino, Ed.D.Superintendent of Schoolsjoseph.massimino@woodbridge.k12.nj.us732-602-8550. The new superintendent contract stipulates a five-year term through June 30, 2026. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. In 2010, she was promoted to the Director of Special Services. Speaking of workforce development, the annual Construction Industry Career Day is back on Tuesday, May 30, and 31, at the NJ Convention and Expo Center in Edison. In addition to teaching, he also coached baseball and served as an Internal Coordinator for Middle States. 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. hbbd```b``"+c ._0"3`0 Woodbridge Township School District 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. 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.