JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Board of Education celebrated the dedication and excellence of local educators by naming the 2024 Teachers of the Year at their school board meeting on January 17.
Mayor Michael Reina, alongside the Jackson Township Council, extended congratulations to the honorees. Reina highlighted the pivotal role teachers play in shaping the future of children in Jackson, noting their contribution to the district’s high ranking in the state.
“Teachers are our first-line heroes when it comes to our children and Jackson has some of the best teachers in the world,” Mayor Reina said. “These men and women spend their days teaching our children the skills they are going to need to succeed and life and have helped countless students achieve their dreams whether it’s college, an art, a trade career, or the military. The district is consistently rated one of the best in the state and it shows.”
Councilman Scott Sargent, with his extensive experience on the Jackson School Board, echoed these sentiments. He emphasized the teachers’ commitment to guiding students towards successful futures, whether in academics, the arts, trades, or military careers.
“As a school board member, it was an honor each year to present these awards,” Sargent said. “These are the people who are on the front lines in our education system and this group has demonstrated they go above and beyond to educate and guide our children down the path to success in their lives.”
