The new year is upon us and 2016 promises to be an exciting one for the Rutherford Schools. Our students are in the midst of an outstanding school year. On every level, students are engaged in project based learning and working on real word challenges. As our Blended Curriculum pilot continues, students are preparing for their future through exciting and productive ways. The excitement is also growing for the school reorganization. Pre-school registration opens on January 19. The development of curriculum for the Upper Elementary at Pierrepont School and the Middle School at Union is nearing … [Read more...] about January 2016
November 2015
At the October 19 meeting, the Board of Education unanimously approved the reorganization of schools. Beginning with the 2016-2017 academic year, Pierrepont School will be an Upper Elementary School for grades 4-6 and Union School will be a Middle School for grades 7-8. I thank the Board, the administrators, supervisors, faculty, staff and the community for all of their work, interest, suggestions, and support during the fifteen months that this proposal has been under review. The reorganization brings a great opportunity for improving our already outstanding district. We have begun to put … [Read more...] about November 2015
September 2015
The school year is off to a terrific start. Please check the web and information sent home from the schools to keep informed of school activities. Plan to attend Back to School Nights so that you meet the teachers and familiarize yourself with your son or daughter's daily schedule. We look forward to a great year and a strong parent-teacher-student partnership.. A "Superintendent's Roundtable " will be held on September 29 at 7 p.m in the High School Auditorium. I will be joined by Union School Principal Kurt Schweitzer and Pierrepont School Principal Joan Carrion. At the meeting we will be … [Read more...] about September 2015
June 2015
Congratulations to all of our students, faculty and staff for an outstanding 2014-2015 school year! Special congratulations are sent to Rutherford High School's Class of 2015. I want to thank the entire community for the their support of the Rutherford Schools. I enjoyed my first year as your superintendent and look forward to continuing our partnership. I invite you to view my video message which is linked below and also to review the PowerPoint presentation regarding a proposal to realign the district . The … [Read more...] about June 2015
Dear Community Members,
It is with humility, gratitude, and dedication that I assume the position of Superintendent of the Rutherford Public Schools. I will strive each day to ensure that our students receive the highest quality education. These are exciting but mercurial times in education. Change brings both angst and opportunity. We will work together, as we always have, to seize the opportunity to expand and improve our already excellent programs. Please take a moment to view the "Word from the Superintendent" video which follows this message. I look forward to seeing you at the schools and in the community. … [Read more...] about Dear Community Members,