. 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. A native of Woodbridge,Massimino attended the same schools he oversees today as superintendent, a district he truly calls home. 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. Box 428, School Street Joseph Massimino, Ed.D. WOODBRIDGE, NJ Dr. Robert Zega is leaving and Dr. Joseph Massimino has been approved by the Board of Ed. Board of Education - Woodbridge School District The superintendent of the Woodbridge Township School District has been appointed to the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey's (ESCNJ) Board of . 2020) Ali, a non-practicing Muslim of Egyptian descent, was a non-tenured high school teacher. "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. Cheryl Makin. 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. 8. In addition to teaching, he also coached baseball and served as an internal coordinator for Middle States. He graduated from Rutgers in 2001 with a degree in American studies and a minor in political science from Rutgers University. Woodbridge Township School District P.O . The following morning, Ali met with Zega and Lottman; his employment was terminated. 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. The Third Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of the defendants. All schools are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. 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. In 2010, he was promoted to Principal of Claremont Avenue Elementary School #20. 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. 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. Brian Wolferman was born on Long Island on July 15, 1973. Paul Postorino Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction 732-602-8487 . 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. 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. In 2019 Mr. Ali was hired by the Woodbridge Township School District as the Supervisor of K-12 Mathematics and Academic Support Instruction. CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION. Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year is in full swing. An active volunteer in several youth sports organizations, Massimino is married andthe father oftwo children. 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. "I am still tenured in several different administrative positions in the district, but I dont know yet where I will end up.". The Superintendent of Schools presents the following recommendations: 1. Ali posted links to the articles on a school-sponsored website: U.S. ", "Thank you Dr. Zega for not only your service to the students of Woodbridge, but to the residents of Woodbridge," Molnar said. 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. 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. 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 . Congratulations to all district student-athletes at all levels for your individual accolades, hard work, and sportsmanship. doctoral degree in educational administration from Rutgers University. Julie returned to Kean and earned her Masters Degree in Educational Administration. Jeff Hughes jhughes@woodbridgeps.org. Teachers union wants halt to in-person classes after 15 positive Copyright 2023 Woodbridge Township School District. Dr. Gencarelli was promoted to Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in 2021. 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. 732-602-8550. PDF Woodbridge Township Board of Education Agenda Dr. WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Woodbridge Township School District P.O. There is politics it's a very hard district. Four Schools In Woodbridge All-Remote Due To Coronavirus Uptick During his time at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Mr. Postorino was a student athlete, having been a 4 year participant in their NCAA baseball program. He attended Rutgers University for both his bachelors and doctoratedegrees,and has a masters degree from Kean University. The mission of the Woodbridge School District is to educate all students to become highly successful, healthy, and contributing citizens in a global society.