Friday, March 28, 2014

TOP SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIAL LEAVING

From the school district:

Dr. Lydia Furnari to Serve as Superintendent of Franklin Lakes School District

Dr. Lydia Furnari Public Announcement
Dr. Lydia Furnari, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, announced today that she has accepted an offer to serve as Superintendent of the Franklin Lakes School District. 
Superintendent Brian Osborne stated: “Dr. Furnari has consistently proven her creativity and dedication to meeting the varied needs of all learners since she joined us two years ago.   During her tenure here, she has brought a new level of collaboration and professionalism to the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, and has helped us move forward on key initiatives including the transition to the Common Core State Standards, implementation of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme in our middle schools, and developing new strategies for meeting the needs of gifted and talented students.  I know the SOMSD community joins me in thanking Dr. Furnari for helping to continue building momentum as we strive to fulfill our mission of preparing each and every student for post-secondary educational success. Please join me in wishing her well in her new role.”

Dr. Furnari is scheduled to continue as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction through June 30, 2014, and will help ensure a smooth transition to new leadership.
Dr. Furnari stated “I want to thank Dr. Osborne and the Board for their continued support. I cannot emphasize enough my deepest admiration and respect for the administrators, staff, students, families and communities of South Orange & Maplewood. When I joined the school district two years ago, I knew this was a special place, and I continue to marvel at the level of professionalism and dedication of all stakeholders in ensuring that all of our children are well served. While I eagerly anticipate this next exciting stage in my educational journey, I will truly miss the wonderful people I have come to know, and hold in the highest regard.” 

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