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Our Individual Treatment Philosophy

Our philosophy is pupil centered. We believe that school is a place where:
                                     1.) Unexplored abilities and interests are discovered and given opportunity for growth;
2.) Those already known are given encouragement; and,
3.) Every student is offered vision of new and wider fields of knowledge and experience that make all life richer and more satisfying.

Ocean Academy accepts the responsibility of coordinating the available resources of home, school and community in a mutual effort to guide every pupil's growth towards becoming a self-respecting individual who can function effectively

Counselors & Administration:

 

Peter G. Carfagno

Principal

 

Mrs. Shetina Barnes has earned a Master’s in Education from Georgian Court University and an undergraduate degree in Mental Health Sciences from Drexel University. She holds certifications through the New Jersey Department of Education as a school social worker, substance awareness coordinator and supervisor.  Mrs. Barnes is married and the mother of twin girls. 

 

 

Mrs. Charlene Rutledge earned her Master’s Degree from Fordham University and her Bachelor’s Degree from Richard Stockton College.  She is licensed in NJ as a Clinical Social Worker and is a certified school social worker.   She is also the District/School Test Coordinator and is married and the mother of two young sons.

 

 

Mrs. Lynn Newman is a licensed clinical social worker having earned her Masters Degree of Social Work from Rutgers University.  Her undergraduate degree is in elementary and early childhood education.  She is a certified teacher and school social worker.  Mrs. Newman is married and the mother of 2 children and has 3 grandchildren.

 

    

Ms. Lisa Franciosi  earned her Bachelors Degree in Science and Nursing from William Paterson University, and her Masters Degree in Pediatric Nursing from Rutgers University.  She is certified in School Nursing.   Her belief in the Nursing profession is rooted in caring for others through a process of promoting health, wellness, and safety for students and their families, the community, and school staff.  Previous working experience includes various positions at the Children’s Hospital of New Jersey in Newark.  Some of her many hobbies include skiing, fishing, and her Bernese Mountain Dog.

 

 

Mr. Kaskow

 

 

Ms. Judy Woodward has been an administrative assistant at Ocean Academy since November 2001.  She enjoys being around the children and helps out where and whenever needed.  If you should have any questions, please feel free to give her a call.