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Robbinsville Public Schools

June 2025 Regular Meeting Highlight

Posted Date: 7/23/25 (11:34 AM)

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June 2025 Meeting Highlights

 

Board President Report - Mr. Peter Oehlberg (read by Dr. Jeffrey Pierro)

Dr. Pierro presented Mr. Oehlberg's report in his absence. He thanked the community for their support throughout the school year and highlighted the many end of school year events and accomplishments across the district. He also thanked staff, administrators, and parents for making this school year a success for students. Lastly, we wished everyone a safe and enjoyable summer break.

To view Mr. Oehlberg's full report, view the live-stream, linked here.
 

Superintendent Report - Dr. Patrick Pizzo

Dr. Pizzo began his report by introducing Dr. Lori Burns, Director of Early Childhood Education, and members of her team who highlighted the inaugural first year of the preschool program in the district. Preschool students, along with their teachers, demonstrated lessons learned during the school year called, The Mighty Minute.

Next. Dr. Pizzo introduced Mr. David Nash, Esq., of NJPSAFEA Legal One, who provided a presentation to the board on confidentiality and the law for board of education members. A link to Mr. Nash's presentation can be found here.

Finally, Dr. Pizzo addressed the difficult budget reductions that have led to the loss of valued staff of programs such as Theater, Virtual Enterprise, and also expressed his support for Drama and Improv Clubs. While these changes were necessary to align revenues with expenses, he emphasized the district’s ongoing commitment to hiring the best educators and advocating for sustainable funding solutions.
Dr. Pizzo invited the community to upcoming public outreach events to discuss pathways forward and stressed the importance of collective advocacy to fund and sustain new initiatives. He also provided an update on the crematorium legislation, noting progress has stalled at the state level and encouraging continued community engagement.
He closed with a reminder of the district’s potential and the importance of working together for a stronger future.

To read Dr. Pizzo's full report, please click the link below or view his report in the live-stream, linked here.
Superintendent's Report
 

Board Secretary Report - Mr. Nick Mackres

Mr. Mackres announced the district’s new website domain, robbinsvillek12.gov, and reminded the community of upcoming July board meeting start time of 5 pm for Executive Session and 6 pm for regular session. He also noted a location change for the June, July, and August meetings, now held in the Robbinsville High School Media Center, and finally shared an on the potential subscription busing program.

To view Mr. Mackres' report, view the live-stream, linked here.
 

Committee Reports

Respective Committees Chairs provided updated from their monthly committee meetings. The committee reports can be read in the link below or viewed in the meeting livestream, linked here.

Full details of the committee meetings can be read within the meeting minutes, found on BoardDocs.
June Committee Reports
 

Community Town Hall Event

On Thursday, June 26, Dr. Pizzo joined members of the Spring Hill community for a Town Hall event organized by resident Mr. Nagendra. Residents brought forward excellent questions, and a meaningful discussion was held regarding the future of our district. This event emphasized the importance in connection and open, constructive dialogue between the community and our schools.

A heartfelt thank you as well to all who took the time out of their day to attend. Your presence and participation are what make these conversations impactful. This kind of collaboration helps us build trust, transparency, and shared progress between the school district and our neighborhoods.
Dr. Pizzo speaks with residents of Spring Side during the June 26 Town Hall event.
 

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