Executive Administrative Assistant: A Critical Role

For the 2025-26 school year, we have created a four-part series of professional development offerings that will serve the interests and needs of the Executive Administrative Assistant.  Whether the Administrative Assistant works in a small, medium, or large district, the responsibilities are critical to the support of the Superintendent and the running of the school district.

 

 

  • Each presentation will be topical in nature, based on the typical issues that arise during the school year.  In addition, we will utilize a feedback survey prior to each session to ask those planning on attending to offer topics and/or areas of importance to include in the session.
  • Attendees should be prepared to share their concerns and challenges, and discuss possible solutions, based on the experiences of others who face similar issues.
  • Developing a Trusting Relationship, Understanding the Role, Expectations, DOE/State Reports, Professionalism, Past Practices, Communication, Liability, Time Management, HR Tasks are just a few focus areas and goals.

We have brought together a panel of seasoned professionals representing Executive Administrative Assistants, Superintendents, HR Directors, and Board Attorneys.

Panel: 

Dr. Mitzi Morillo, Superintendent, Mendham Borough School District

Elizabeth Juliano, Administrative Assistant, Mendham Borough School District

Suzanne May, Administrative Assistant, Lumberton Township School District

Joseph Isola, Superintendent, Howell Township Public Schools

Kaity Gray, Director of Personnel, Howell Township Public Schools

Terri Vedutis, Administrative Assistant, Howell Township Public Schools

Jeffrey Caccese Esq., Comegno Law Group

 

  • Sessions will be held virtually, via Zoom, except the last session which will be an in-person event. Details will be emailed when finalized.
  • Sessions will begin at 9:30 AM and will conclude approximately at 11:00 AM.
  • Programs will include meeting materials.

 

To register, first click "register now" and then the appropriate "radio button" under Registration Options.  After completing the questions, be sure to click the "add" button next to your registration option and allow the item to populate into your itinerary.

 

This series will include four sessions, which will be held virtually, via Zoom, from 9:30 AM to approximately 11:00 AM except the last session which will be held in-person. The Zoom link and agenda will be e-mailed to registrants 48 hours prior to each session.

Session 1 - August 12, 2025: This session will give attention to tasks critical to the start of the school year. 

Session 2 - November 11, 2025: This session will focus upon important and relevant issues as we approach mid-school year.

Session 3 - March 18, 2026: This session will look at issues that are important as you move toward the close of the school year.

Session 4 - May 8, 2026: The final program will cover the close of the school year and look forward to planning the next. 

Cost: 

Please note: All NJASA EAA Members may attend any or all sessions FREE OF CHARGE.

Non-EAA member pricing:

Individual Session - $125.00

All Four Sessions - $475.00

Three (3) Registrants Attending all Four Sessions - $525.00

Four or More (4+) Registrants Attending All Four Sessions - $600.00

When registering, please remember to include the e-mail address of each individual registrant.

For registration questions and itinerary changes please e-mail the NJASA Business Office at [email protected].

Purchase orders, vouchers and checks should be made payable to NJASA, 920 W. State St., Trenton NJ 08618.

 

 

When
8/12/2025 9:30 AM - 5/8/2026 9:30 AM
Eastern Daylight Time

Registration

Tuesday, 12 August 2025

Description
When
8/12/2025 9:30 AM - 5/8/2026 9:30 AM
9:30 AM
When
8/12/2025 9:30 AM - 5/8/2026 9:30 AM
9:30 AM
When
8/12/2025 9:30 AM - 5/8/2026 9:30 AM
9:30 AM
Session 1 Only - August 12, 2025
When
8/12/2025 9:30 AM - 5/8/2026 11:00 AM
9:30 AM

Tuesday, 11 November 2025

Description
Time
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
9:30 AM

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Description
Time
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
9:30 AM

Friday, 08 May 2026

Description
Time
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
9:30 AM

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