Office of the Superintendent

Dear Lakers,

It is my honor to serve the Mountain Lakes School District, including our Boonton Township and Lake Drive communities, as your superintendent. This district provides our students and families with incredible opportunities for educational and social growth. Understanding the high standards our community holds, our staff members are committed to rigorous, engaging learning experiences that prepare students to succeed in school and beyond. Mountain Lakes schools have a long track record of exemplary performance, and that legacy means maintaining the status quo simply isn't good enough. As superintendent, I have an obligation to ensure that we are always growing in our capacity to be innovative, thoughtful, and forward-thinking in our practices.

This year, our district goals reflect that spirit of growth and include a careful examination of: instructional practices; development of a new long-range strategic plan; continued advancement in STEM education, thoughtful navigation of the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence in education; and a deeper focus on students' social-emotional learning competencies. Throughout the year, we'll host numerous family engagement events, and I hope you'll join us for as many as possible. In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly with any questions or concerns about the district.

Best wishes to all our students and families for an amazing year ahead.

Sincerely,
Brad Siegel, Ed.D.