With guidance from our Search Consultant, the Glen Rock Board of Education has carefully reviewed the application materials submitted by all of the candidates for Superintendent. The Board is grateful for all of the impressive talent that comprised the application pool, and we thank each of these accomplished educational leaders for their interest in leading our District.
Using the outcomes from the input survey and input sessions conducted with our stakeholders, the Board has selected twelve candidates for first-round interviews. Those interviews will be conducted in closed sessions during the publicly advertised GRBOE meetings on Wednesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 10. Second and third interviews with the candidates who advance through each round will be held later in the month.
We appreciate the Glen Rock educational community's support during the search process, and we look forward to posting future updates on our progress as they occur.
#rockgrnj #grboe #superintendentsearch
Using the outcomes from the input survey and input sessions conducted with our stakeholders, the Board has selected twelve candidates for first-round interviews. Those interviews will be conducted in closed sessions during the publicly advertised GRBOE meetings on Wednesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 10. Second and third interviews with the candidates who advance through each round will be held later in the month.
We appreciate the Glen Rock educational community's support during the search process, and we look forward to posting future updates on our progress as they occur.
#rockgrnj #grboe #superintendentsearch
Attention families with student e-bike riders! ‼️🚲
New Jersey’s new e-bike law is now in effect. If your child rides an e-bike to and from school, please review the updated requirements before the school year begins.
Key changes include:
• Riders must be at least 15 years old
• Riders ages 17+ with a valid driver’s license meet the licensing requirement. Riders who are 15 or 16 years old must obtain a Motorized Bicycle (Class F) license through the NJMVC
• All e-bikes must be registered with the New Jersey MVC
• Some e-bikes require liability insurance
• E-bikes are not permitted on sidewalks unless allowed by local ordinance
Good news! The licensing and registration fees are waived through January 2027. Visit the NJMVC website or follow the GRPD on Instagram @glenrockpolice for reminders and more info.
#rockgrnj #njmvc #ebikelaws
The next Glen Rock Board of Education Regular Meeting is on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Meeting Agenda and YouTube Live Stream can be found at https://www.glenrocknj.org/o/grpsd/page/agendas-minutes-meeting-notices.
#rockgrnj #glenrockboe #grboe #grboemeeting
As of the close of the application window on July 19, 31 candidates have applied for the position of Superintendent: 10 Superintendents, 6 Assistant Superintendents, 10 candidates in other district-level director positions, and 5 school principals. Seventeen candidates have earned doctorates.
To see the full candidate pool report, visit https://www.khelewaconsulting.com/glen-rock-superintendent-search-candidate-pool-report
The GRBOE will convene in executive session during its meeting on Monday, July 27 to examine each of the candidates' qualifications and determine who will be selected for first-round interviews, using the insights gained from the online survey and the in-person school stakeholder input sessions conducted in May.
#rockgrnj #grboe #superintendentsearch
Congratulations to the Richard E. Byrd Elementary School fifth graders as they celebrated an exciting milestone by officially moving up to middle school! From their first days learning their ABCs to becoming confident leaders in the halls of Byrd, these students have grown in so many incredible ways.
We can’t wait to see all you will accomplish in middle school and beyond. Congratulations, Byrdies! The future is bright, and it’s just getting started.
Happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙
As we celebrate our nation’s independence, we’re also marking America’s 250th anniversary celebration!
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day! 🇺🇸✨
#July4th #IndependenceDay #America250 #USA250 #rockgrnj
From manicures with Ms. Hughes to teachers for the day, Richard E. Byrd Elementary School students enjoyed their HSA Auction prizes! Media, music, and physical education were a lot of fun with these special student teachers!
Byrd principal, Ms. Hughes, had a blast with her two Principals for the Day winners! They visited classrooms, did a building walkthrough and visited Byrd staff all day long.
Field Day 2026 was the best at Byrd! A huge thank you to Mr. Parsons and the parent volunteers who made the day one to remember. It was a celebration of teamwork, competition and having fun in the sun!
Please click to read the June 1, 2026 BOE Meeting Highlights in our enewsletter, The Glen Rock Board Brief: https://app.smore.com/n/vghsy
At the June 1 Board of Education meeting, the district and BOE proudly recognized the 2026 Teachers and Educational Specialists of the Year. The dedication, passion, and commitment of these educators make a lasting impact on our students every day.
Presented by Dr. Damali Robinson, BOE president, and Mr. Gregory Van Nest, Acting Superintendent, congratulations are extended to:
🏆 Byrd School – Mrs. Lauren Carter, School Counselor
🏆 Central School – Mrs. Crissy Feifer, Special Education Teacher
🏆 Coleman School – Mrs. Susan Zisa, Reading Specialist
🏆 Hamilton School – Mrs. Jessica Falkenstern, School Counselor
🏆 Hamilton School – Mrs. Kimberly Castelli, School Nurse (Posthumous Honor)
🏆 Glen Rock Middle School – Ms. Lisa Limongelli, English Teacher
🏆 Glen Rock High School – Ms. Anna Lilikas, Choir and Orchestra Director
🏆 Glen Rock Middle/High School – Ms. Caelie Batelli, Wellness Counselor
At the June 1 Board of Education meeting, Glen Rock Public Schools proudly recognized 13 outstanding educators and staff members for 25 years of service to our students, schools, and community.
For a quarter century, these dedicated professionals have made a lasting impact through their commitment, compassion, and excellence in education. Their contributions have helped shape generations of Glen Rock students, and we are grateful for all they have done and continue to do.
Congratulations to:
⭐ Mrs. Lisa Brown, Special Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Ms. Dianne Carpenter, School Psychologist, GRHS
⭐ Mr. Kenneth Cavanagh, Health & Physical Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mr. Anthony Cece, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mrs. Keri Holmgren, Grade 1 Teacher, Byrd School
⭐ Ms. Vanessa Hurley, Special Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Mr. Christopher Kelley, Latin Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mr. James Kurz, Health & Physical Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Mrs. Cathleen Mitchell, Intervention Strategies Coach/BSI Math Teacher, Coleman School
⭐ Ms. Stephanie Nerney, School Nurse, GRMS
⭐ Ms. Susan Stevens, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Program
⭐ Ms. Tracy Tellis, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mrs. Elizabeth Wanagiel, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
Thank you for 25 years of supporting and empowering our students. Your dedication and care have helped make Glen Rock Public Schools the exceptional district it is today!
For a quarter century, these dedicated professionals have made a lasting impact through their commitment, compassion, and excellence in education. Their contributions have helped shape generations of Glen Rock students, and we are grateful for all they have done and continue to do.
Congratulations to:
⭐ Mrs. Lisa Brown, Special Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Ms. Dianne Carpenter, School Psychologist, GRHS
⭐ Mr. Kenneth Cavanagh, Health & Physical Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mr. Anthony Cece, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mrs. Keri Holmgren, Grade 1 Teacher, Byrd School
⭐ Ms. Vanessa Hurley, Special Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Mr. Christopher Kelley, Latin Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mr. James Kurz, Health & Physical Education Teacher, GRHS
⭐ Mrs. Cathleen Mitchell, Intervention Strategies Coach/BSI Math Teacher, Coleman School
⭐ Ms. Stephanie Nerney, School Nurse, GRMS
⭐ Ms. Susan Stevens, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Program
⭐ Ms. Tracy Tellis, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
⭐ Mrs. Elizabeth Wanagiel, Special Education Teacher, GRMS
Thank you for 25 years of supporting and empowering our students. Your dedication and care have helped make Glen Rock Public Schools the exceptional district it is today!
The Byrd Art Show celebrated the year with installations from the Art Pop program and Jason Naylor’s Open Heart Project. The school showcased student projects highlighting their creativity during art instruction led by Ms. Eftimoski and even had student musical performances to add to the event!
The Glen Rock Superintendent Search Online Stakeholder Input Survey closed on May 22, having garnered 330 participants.
Thanks to all who engaged in our in-person input sessions and completed the online survey. All outcomes will be compiled into an internal document which will guide our consultant, Ms. Helewa, and the Glen Rock Board of Education throughout the search process.
The information from our stakeholders will be of vital assistance in determining which candidates will be selected for interviews, and in the formulation of interview questions at each stage of the search (preliminary, first-round, second-round, and final interviews).
Please be advised that the results of the sessions and surveys will not be made public during the search, in order to ensure an authentic vetting and interview process.
Thank you for your support of the Glen Rock Board of Education during this process. Visit our Superintendent Search page for more updates: https://www.glenrocknj.org/o/grpsd/page/superintendent-search
Thanks to all who engaged in our in-person input sessions and completed the online survey. All outcomes will be compiled into an internal document which will guide our consultant, Ms. Helewa, and the Glen Rock Board of Education throughout the search process.
The information from our stakeholders will be of vital assistance in determining which candidates will be selected for interviews, and in the formulation of interview questions at each stage of the search (preliminary, first-round, second-round, and final interviews).
Please be advised that the results of the sessions and surveys will not be made public during the search, in order to ensure an authentic vetting and interview process.
Thank you for your support of the Glen Rock Board of Education during this process. Visit our Superintendent Search page for more updates: https://www.glenrocknj.org/o/grpsd/page/superintendent-search
As the GRBOE begins the search for our next Superintendent of Schools, we value the perspectives of all stakeholders in helping identify the qualities and leadership priorities most important to our community. We look forward to your participation in our live input sessions on Thursday, May 21, and are also pleased to offer a completely • confidential online survey • for all school stakeholders from May 14-22, 2026.
The survey is being wholly administered by our search firm, Kathleen Helewa Educational Consultants, LLC, NOT the school district. All responses will be reported to the Board in full, but contributors will remain anonymous.
Please take a few moments to thoughtfully participate in this brief survey, which will close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, May 22. Click to access the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NRNS6JW
We appreciate your support of the GRBOE in this crucial undertaking!
The survey is being wholly administered by our search firm, Kathleen Helewa Educational Consultants, LLC, NOT the school district. All responses will be reported to the Board in full, but contributors will remain anonymous.
Please take a few moments to thoughtfully participate in this brief survey, which will close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, May 22. Click to access the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NRNS6JW
We appreciate your support of the GRBOE in this crucial undertaking!
The Glen Rock Board of Education needs the perspectives of all stakeholders as we begin the search for our next Superintendent. The GRBOE is seeking what is most important to stakeholders as the first step in recruiting the most suitable educational leaders who can lead our district in line with our community’s unique needs and aspirations.
Search Consultant, Kathleen Helewa, will be spending a day in our District on Thursday, May 21 to listen to our stakeholders in a series of in-person input sessions. Ms. Helewa will be meeting with administrators, teachers, and staff during the day, and with Glen Rock families and community members in the evening. These sessions will not be meetings of the Glen Rock Board of Education and Board members will not be present.
We urge our families and community members to come and meet Ms. Helewa in the MS/HS Cafeteria from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Glen Rock Middle School/High School Cafeteria to share your perspectives. Additionally, an anonymous online input survey will be available for all of our school stakeholders from May 14-May 22.
To follow along the Superintendent Search process, please visit our designated page at https://www.glenrocknj.org/superintendent-search.
Search Consultant, Kathleen Helewa, will be spending a day in our District on Thursday, May 21 to listen to our stakeholders in a series of in-person input sessions. Ms. Helewa will be meeting with administrators, teachers, and staff during the day, and with Glen Rock families and community members in the evening. These sessions will not be meetings of the Glen Rock Board of Education and Board members will not be present.
We urge our families and community members to come and meet Ms. Helewa in the MS/HS Cafeteria from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Glen Rock Middle School/High School Cafeteria to share your perspectives. Additionally, an anonymous online input survey will be available for all of our school stakeholders from May 14-May 22.
To follow along the Superintendent Search process, please visit our designated page at https://www.glenrocknj.org/superintendent-search.
The final Federated HSA meeting of the school year, open to all district parents, is on Friday, May 8 at 9:30 a.m. at Central Elementary School. Click on the link in bio for more information on the GR HSA Federated website.
On Friday, May 1, our 4th Grade G&T students from all four Glen Rock elementary schools headed to Bergen County’s Makerspace Day! Hosted by Waldwick Public Schools and organized by the Bergen County Consortium of Teachers of Gifted, this day was all about creativity and critical thinking. Our students teamed up with peers from across the county to tackle a major challenge: using the Engineering Design Process to build flood-resistant house prototypes.
We are beyond proud of how our students:
🤝 Collaborated with new friends.
💡 Innovated unique solutions.
💪 Persevered through every design hurdle.
Way to represent Glen Rock! 🪨🐾❤️
Byrd’s 5th annual Multicultural Night was a beautiful celebration of our diverse community.
From the vibrant Parade of Nations to incredible student performances showcasing cultures through music and dance, the evening was filled with pride and joy. Families came together to share their cultural heritage through delicious food, traditions and new friendships. We are proud to celebrate the many cultures that make Byrd a special place!
From the vibrant Parade of Nations to incredible student performances showcasing cultures through music and dance, the evening was filled with pride and joy. Families came together to share their cultural heritage through delicious food, traditions and new friendships. We are proud to celebrate the many cultures that make Byrd a special place!
We proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible paraprofessionals at Byrd! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students and staff!
