

The board is unified in that effort.”Ĭheck out our other Wall Township stories, updated daily. “We are trying to right the ship and to heal,” said Ms. In conclusion, Board President Steitz spoke of her hope for the future. The contract outlines actions teachers may take to address a grievance – “A claim by an employee… based upon the interpretation, application or violation of this agreement, policies or administrative decisions affecting the terms and conditions of employment” – following the chain of command within the school district.Īll personnel matters remain confidential pursuant to county and state laws. Policies and procedures for teachers placed on administrative leave are detailed in the WTEA collective bargaining agreement, which can be found on the district’s website. Something needs to be vacated to advertise,” she said. “When you’re an ‘acting,’ it’s because that position is filled,” said Ms. Q: Is the district conducting a search for a new high school principal for the 2023-24 school year? Sirchio’s $194,809 annual salary, verified by a JHR report, while she remains on administrative leave. Righi is currently paid $650 per day, in addition to the district’s continued payment of Ms. Righi is a retired former high school principal and former superintendent,” said Ms. “ a per diem – there’s no contract,” said Ms. Handerhan at Rumson-Fair Haven High School. Righi was hired by the board in July 2022, and previously worked with Ms. Sirchio remains the official high school principal. Righi currently serves as “acting” principal of the high school, an important modifier, as Ms.

Q: Who is the current principal of Wall High School? And right behind that, it’s the people who teach the kids,” said Ms. “At the end of the day, if you get focused on what’s important, it’s the kids. “… The rights of the students and the staff … that’s what you protect,” she said. “My commitment is to the student body and the staff of Wall Township,” said Board President Steitz. And that’s very frustrating to some people,” said Ms. “We can’t talk about student issues or personnel matters.

“We have to have respect for our personnel.” “Our staff … have certain privacies and rights that are afforded to them as individuals,” said Ms.
