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Manchester Regional High School District Receives Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification
At a recent meeting of the Passaic County School Boards Association held at Mario’s Restaurant and Pizzeria in Clifton, the Manchester Regional High School Board of Education was honored with the Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification.
The Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification (MBC) recognizes high-performing school boards. To qualify, a board must demonstrate a commitment to student achievement through its actions. Specifically, a board that has received its initial certification within the last two years must complete at least 10 additional hours of training, totaling a minimum of 26 board credits. NJSBA Field Representative Kelly Mitchell presented the certification to the Manchester Regional High School Board of Education, acknowledging the board’s dedication and hard work.
The Manchester Regional High School Board of Education received the prestigious Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification. From left to right: Bridget Arrick, member, Manchester Regional BOE; Bernadette Orsita, Passaic County Teacher of the Year; Joseph Ercolani, principal, Manchester Regional High School; Liliana Baez-Molina, president, Manchester Regional BOE; John Coviello, superintendent of schools, Manchester Regional BOE; Corrie Bouma, supervisor of STEAM; Kathleen Gonzales, member, Manchester Regional BOE; Joseph Ickles, supervisor of humanities and ESL; Liza Amezquita, vice president, Manchester Regional BOE; Davis House, member, Manchester Regional BOE; Rande Roca, athletic director; Megan Ala, assistant principal; Jeffrey P. Fischer, member, Manchester Regional BOE; Patrick Pagani, technology coordinator; Anthony Smith, chief security supervisor, and Carolyn Canvisser, teacher, Manchester Regional High School.
Upcoming Webinars: School Funding Update; What's Brewing in Education Law
We are excited to share news about several upcoming webinars that NJSBA will be offering! Discover what’s in store and register for the programs that interest you the most.
03/10/2026
Topics: Professional Development
Final Opportunity to Register for NJSBA’s Unified Governance Summit
NJSBA’s Unified Governance Summit: Leading with Purpose. Governing as One will take place on Saturday, March 7.
03/03/2026
Topics: Professional Development
Session Topics Announced for NJSBA's 3rd Annual Women's Leadership Conference
NJSBA’s Women’s Leadership Conference will include several unique session topics, including a keynote session from former New Jersey Commissioner of Education Dr. Kimberley Markus.