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Robbinsville Public Schools

September 2025 Regular Meeting Highlight

Posted Date: 10/10/25 (10:00 AM)

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September 2025 Meeting Highlights

 
Students signing the Pledge of Allegiance at September board meeting.

Pledge of Allegiance - American Sign Language Club

The meeting began with a sign language presentation of the Pledge of Allegiance, presented by American Sign Language Club members Madelyn Devincenzi, Harper Novick, Ronnie Ray, and Emily Roberts, all whom are Pond Road Middle School fifth graders.
 

Board President Report - Mr. Peter Oehlberg

Board President Oehlberg welcomed everyone to the first meeting of the new school year and expressed appreciation to the American Sign Language Club for leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The report highlighted the excitement and fresh energy that comes with September—new classes, activities, and opportunities for students to excel.

The evening’s agenda featured a student-led presentation on quantum physics, recognition of outstanding school community members through monthly awards, a welcome to the RHS Executive Council, and updates from the PTA, RPSA, and REA.

The President closed by emphasizing that the strength of the district comes from the teamwork and dedication of students, staff, families, and the entire community.

To read Board President Oehlberg's full report, please click the link below.
Board President's Report
 

Superintendent Report - Dr. Patrick Pizzo

Superintendent Pizzo began his report by introducing Arnav Janeesh, Robbinsville High School senior, who presented on the topic of quantum education and his publication, Quantum Physics and Computing for High School Students. He then introduced Mrs. Renee Cucinotti, Sharon Elementary School K-4 Differentiation and Enrichment Instruction, who recognized Ronnie Ray, 5th grade PRMS student, who was the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIMFA) Foundation's Spring 2025 InvestWrite Competition Winner. The board also heard updates from Robbinsville High School Executive Council, Karthik Dandibhatta, President, and Isabella Cannuli, Vice-President, Mrs. Danielle Liegl, PRMS PTSA President, Mr. Paul Gizzo, RPSA President, and Mrs. Sharon Martin, REA President.

Dr. Pizzo then opened his formal report by thanking board members, staff, administrators, educators, and community partners for their ongoing dedication and collaboration. As the 2025–2026 school year begins, the district faces both opportunities and challenges, including fiscal and political pressures and the continued focus on mental health, equity, and preparing students for a changing world.

The report emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making, family-school partnerships, and transparent communication. Parents are encouraged to stay actively engaged in their children’s education and to work collaboratively with schools toward shared goals.

Educators were recognized for their hard work and commitment to meeting diverse student needs. Continued investment in teachers, mental health services, and modernized curricula was identified as key to student success.

Finally, the Superintendent stressed that strong schools build strong communities, and that fiscal sustainability and thoughtful decision-making are essential to ensuring all students have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

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
 

Assistant Superintendent/ Board Secretary Report - Mr. Nick Mackres

Mr. Mackres, along with Mrs. Kristy DeFazio, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction, provided a progress update on the 2023-2028 District Strategic Plan. They highlighted the work that has been completed from the Strategic Plan along with the areas that are still in progress.

To view the presentation, please click the link below or view the presentation in the live-stream, linked here.
Strategic Plan Presentation Link
 

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.
September Committee Reports
 

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