Dr. Lauren Zirpoli was appointed Superintendent of Schools for the New Providence School District effective July 1, 2024. Dr. Zirpoli received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Kean University and then her Masters in Education Leadership, Management and Policy from Seton Hall University before earning her Doctorate in Education—K-12 Administration, also from Seton Hall University.
Starting her career in education with the Elizabeth Board of Education as a teacher of American and British Literature, Dr. Zirpoli then worked her way through various administrative positions since 2005, including the Dean of Students at Franklin Township High School and the Assistant Principal at Northern Highlands Regional High School before landing in New Providence as the Assistant Principal of New Providence High School in 2011. Dr. Zirpoli has served in different capacities in New Providence for the past 13 years, including as the Assistant Principal and Principal of New Providence High School and Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. Dr. Zirpoli has a proven track record of fostering academic excellence, student-centered learning environments, and community engagement. Her passion for educational equity and commitment to providing every student with the opportunity to thrive align perfectly with the values of the New Providence School District.