Meeting Topic: Essex County SBA: Celebrating Successes and
Honoring Service
Event Overview: The Essex 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
Essex County Teacher of the Year Carla Ferreira, English Language
Arts Teacher at Newark School of Architecture & Interior Design
in the Newark Public Schools, celebrating classroom excellence and
profound impact on our community.
Association Leadership:
The official election of the
2027–2029 Essex County Association Officers to help steer our
shared educational mission over the next two years.
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.
Come out to network
with your peers, share in our collective achievements, and
celebrate the magnificent community of educational leaders driving
excellence throughout Essex County!