Curriculum,

WELCOME TO CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION & ASSESSMENT

The Curriculum and Instruction Department is focused on the following key areas:

Standards-Based Curriculum:
All Curriculum is aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards

Instructional Strategies:
We use research-based, high-yield strategies, differentiating instruction to meet student needs, while making thoughtful, reflective decisions to engage learners.

Assessment: 
Varied, ongoing assessments that inform instruction, integrate content and skills, track learning consistently, and provide feedback to measure and report student growth.

Professional Development:
Providing ongoing access to personalized and engaging professional learning experiences

Environment: 
Student-centered, collaborative, and flexible environments that encourage safe, positive risk-taking.

Telephone: 973-376-3600 ext. 40154

John Connolly

John Connolly, Assistant Superintendent

A Millburn native and graduate of Millburn High School, John began his education career in Madison, NJ, as a Health and Physical Education Teacher, later advancing to K–12 Supervisor of Health and Physical Education. From 2008 to 2017, he was Assistant Principal/Dean of Students at Madison High School before returning to Millburn to lead MMS. He served as Principal of Millburn Middle School (MMS) from  July 2017 -  December 2024.

During his tenure at MMS, John implemented numerous initiatives to enhance the social and emotional well-being of students and staff, including adopting Challenge Success recommendations to reduce stress, earning MMS recognition as a No Place for Hate School, introducing a new bell schedule, and fostering a stronger sense of community through the One Millburn initiative. He  also played a key role in curriculum and staff development, budgeting, and staffing.

John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Rowan University and a Master of Arts in Education, Human Services Leadership, from the College of St. Elizabeth. 

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Abi

Abi Ogunsanya, Executive Assistant to Mr. Connolly

Abi joined Millburn Township Public Schools in March 2024. She serves as Mr. Connolly’s assistant, and supports the Office of Curriculum & Instruction.

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Channels of Communication

Curriculum Directors

Curriculum Supervisors