October 7, 2025

Dear Dugan Dragons,

As we settle into another exciting school year, I continue to feel humbled and honored by the opportunity to serve our incredible school community.  Now in my eighth year as principal of Frank J. Dugan Elementary School and approaching my twentieth year in education and Marlboro Township Public Schools, I remain as eager and optimistic as I was in my first year of teaching.  The progress we have made together over the past seven years at Dugan continues to inspire me each day.

This year, we will maintain our focus on the key components that define a strong academic program while holding true to my passion for educational leadership. I remain dedicated to inspiring our students, staff, and families to learn, grow, and continuously improve together.

As an advocate for all children, I continue to welcome every opportunity to collaborate with district staff, Dugan families, and the greater Marlboro community to ensure that every student benefits from high-quality instruction, data-driven decisions, and personalized, blended learning.  High expectations remain a hallmark of our district, and I remain committed to upholding the standard of excellence that defines who we are.  I look forward to building upon the positive momentum of this school year and continuing to share my enthusiasm and strong work ethic with our school community.

I take great pride in the path my career has taken.  Since joining the Marlboro Township Public School District in September 2006, I have been fortunate to serve in several roles, at Marlboro Memorial Middle School, the David C. Abbott Early Learning Center, and as the district’s Curriculum Supervisor of Instructional Technology.  My unwavering loyalty to this district has etched a rewarding journey that ultimately led me to Dugan Elementary, and there is nowhere else I’d rather be!  I remain committed to executing a school vision that promotes lifelong learning, nurtures creativity and innovation, and empowers every student to reach their fullest potential.

Great leaders aspire to lead by serving the needs of their people. At home, this means being a devoted husband to my wife, Samantha—also an educator—and father to my three wonderful daughters, ages 8, 6, and 3, Gianna, Juliet, and Josephine. Although I have spent the past nineteen years making decisions in the best interest of children, nothing has provided greater perspective on our shared responsibility and impact than becoming a parent myself. Thank you for entrusting us with your children each and every day, it is a privilege and an honor to help them learn, grow, and thrive.

Please know that my door is always open and I encourage you to become an active participant in your child’s educational journey.