

Schwarz led the Thomas Jefferson Middle School staff and students as they earned recognition from the New Jersey Department of Education for exiting “Focus School” status by substantially closing the achievement gap. Schwarz served the Rockaway Borough School District in the roles of Superintendent, Middle School Principal, Vice Principal, and District Curriculum Coordinator. Schwarz has strived to provide clarity regarding the state of our schools and to set the district on a course of continuous improvement on behalf of students. Since his official start in August of 2017, Mr. He leads a vibrant senior leadership team in support of our excellent principals, faculty, and support staff in their great mission to inspire and challenge all students to be lifelong learners. Schwarz is responsible for all aspects of school and district operations, including the delivery of instruction to approximately 2,500 students across Madison’s five public schools. Mark Schwarz was appointed Superintendent of Madison Public Schools in May of 2017. Schwarz with begin his duties on August 1st of this year. Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education announced at Mondays Special Public Meeting that the District has found its new Superintendent of Schools, Mark Schwarz.
