Meeting Topic: Bergen County SBA: Celebrating Successes and
Honoring Service
Event Overview: The Bergen County School Boards
Association is excited to celebrate the close of the 2026–2027
school year and recognize the outstanding governance conducted by
our member districts. Join us as we bring together Board Members
from across the county to honor the dedication, milestones, and
achievements that elevate our local communities and support student
success.
Evening Highlights &
Honors: During this
special spring celebration, we will proudly feature:
Keynote Address: A special presentation by 2026–2027
Bergen County Teacher of the Year Thomas Villa, Science Teacher at
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan in the Northern
Valley Regional School District, celebrating classroom excellence
and profound impact on our community.
Academy Certifications:
Recognizing individual Board
Members who have earned personal certifications through the NJSBA
Board Member Academy this past year.
Board Member Milestones:
Honoring our dedicated,
long-serving Board Members celebrating major milestones (10, 15,
20+ years) on their local boards.
The 2027 Janet Lobsenz
Award: Recognizing
exceptional leadership and commitment to public
education.
The 2027 Dr. Archie F. Hay
Award: Honoring a
distinguished member of a Bergen County Board of Education for
exemplary service.
Come out to network
with your peers, share in our collective achievements, and
celebrate the magnificent community of educational leaders driving
excellence throughout Bergen County!