Awards Program

NJCSA annually recognizes and honors individuals and organizations involved with New Jersey charter schools that demonstrate innovation and commitment to the charter school community.


2013 Recipients

New Jersey Charter School Teacher of the Year

Ms. Beth Verrilli, North Star Academy Charter School (Newark)

New Jersey Charter School Administrator of the Year

Ms. Deirdra Grode, Hoboken Charter School (Hoboken)

New Jersey Charter School Advocate of the Year

Mr. Joseph V. Palazzolo, New Jersey Community Capital