August 2024

Dear Dugan Dragons,

The 2024-2025 school year is upon us!  It is an honor and privilege to begin another year as the Vice Principal of Dugan Elementary. It is with great eagerness and excitement that I approach this new school year.

The elementary years are of critical importance as they lay the academic foundation for future learning. Before coming to Dugan, I spent time as both a teacher in grades second through fifth.  As a dedicated leader, I believe my role is to support staff, parents, and students to ensure the best possible education. We all want our children to become confident, innovative problem-solvers, who achieve their full potential. As part of the Dugan school team, you can be sure that your child will receive all the support he or she needs, not only in terms of academic growth, but also in terms of social and emotional development.

Beyond my role as an educator, I am a dedicated father and husband.  My wife, Lauren, and I live in Oceanport, with our two daughters, Morgan and Cailin.  Being a father has made me a better educator.  Whenever I interact with students or make decisions, I always consider how I would want my own children to be treated.  Thank you for trusting us with your children everyday.

Please know that my door is always open.  I look forward to collaborating with Dugan's families and to a year of collective success.

Sincerely,

Justin Lavoie

Vice Principal 

Frank J. Dugan Elementary School