Superintendent Spotlight with Dr. Michael Portas

AI Committee Update - Superintendent Spotlight

In this episode, Dr. Portas spends time with members from the AI committee. They discuss how Pequannock Schools plans to use AI in the classrooms, how students need to learn the ethics around the appropriate use of AI, and what resources are available for parents to help them better understand some of the pitfalls of AI.For more information, please visit: sites.google.com/pequannock.org/peqai/home

Legislator/Superintendent Budget Issues Discussion - Superintendent Spotlight

Dr. Portas is joined by Superintendent Dr. Frank Santora (Roxbury), Superintendent Dr. Kate Walsh (Netcong), and NJ Assemblyman Brian Bergen for a collaborative conversation surrounding the challenges that New Jersey school budgets are currently facing.

Strong Female Athletes - Superintendent Spotlight

On the latest podcast, Dr. Portas talks with PTHS seniors Caitlin, Emily and Sophia about their experiences as a Pequannock Panther in athletics and beyond. The girls describe what it means to be a strong female athlete and the legacy they hope to pass down to future generations of girls in sports.

PreK/Inclusive Playground - Superintendent Spotlight

Dr. Elissa Scillieri and Ms. Helena Branco are back with Dr. Portas to discuss the proposed construction of an Inclusive playground at North Boulevard School. Traditional playgrounds often overlook preschoolers and neurodiverse children, however this project will create a safe, accessible, and social space for all. To learn how community partners can support this vital investment and for all other information, please see the links below. Informational letter - https://bit.ly/PreKplaygroundinfoletterPress release - https://bit.ly/PreKplaygroundpressContact our donor liaison, George Sous at georgesous56@gmail.com

School District Budget Conversation - Superintendent Spotlight

In this episode, Dr. Portas has an open conversation about the intricacies of school district budgeting with neighboring Superintendents Dr. Brad Siegel (Mountain Lakes School District) and Mrs. Jeanne Howe (Jefferson Township School District).