Superintendent Spotlight with Dr. Michael Portas

Dr. Portas is joined by North Boulevard parents Janelle Cabezas and Brittany Galizia - two integral committee members of the NB inclusive playground project. The moms share how they became involved in the committee, their hands-on roles, the process of making this project a reality and how this playground will benefit our community.

Dr. Portas kicks off the 26–27 school year with an inspiring conversation featuring four outstanding PTHS student leaders. Andrew, Gabriella, Joseph, and Riley share what true leadership means to them and describe how they embody it every day on and off the field.

On the latest podcast, Dr. Portas learns more about the newly formed Safe Driving club at the high school with student representative Olivia (Vice President) and Mrs. Santos (Co-Advisor). 

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

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. 

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.

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 [email protected]

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).

In honor of Diabetes Awareness Month, the latest podcast focuses on managing life with diabetes. Dr. Portas has a candid conversation with a district parent, Monica Anderson as well as healthcare educator, Diana O'Keefe. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more about diabetes, this episode has information for everyone.

On this week's podcast, Dr. Portas is joined by four middle school students along with Mr. Raffo to discuss their latest community service project, Pequannock "Uncovered".