Paramus Scholarship Night

Last night I had the honor of presenting two scholarships to West Brook alumni  from the West Brook PTA. I was amazed and so happy to see so many organizations donating scholarships to graduating seniors. The room was packed with not only soon-to-be graduates but with family, friends and supporters. What a great night. I was so honored to be a presenter and to just be there. A big congratulations to all the Paramus graduating seniors! Enjoy and cherish these last days of high school and best of luck in all your future endeavors.

8th Grade Philadelphia Trip

Joey leaving for the bus at 6am

My son, Joey, left today for his 8th Grade West Brook trip to Philadelphia. I was a little disappointed knowing that they no longer go on a longer trip to Washington DC like I did when I was his age.. but that was until I read on a friend's Facebook page that their 8th grade trip is to iPlay America (an amusement park). Not very educational at all! I'm so happy and lucky that our district puts on emphasis on education. And I believe hands on teaching is the best way to learn. I know Joey and his class will have a lot of fun in Philly for the next two days but I also know how much he will be learning!!! Great job Paramus for not doing away with these educational trips. If only my friend's district was as lucky.

It's Official!

Today I went down to the Bergen county clerks office to officially file my petition to run for Board of Education.  So it's official. I will be on the ballot in November. I won't lie, I'm a little nervous about all this. But I'm very excited about what's to come.