Excellence in Education

Steve Adubato is joined by Nicole Swenarton, Senior Producer, Think Tank with Steve Adubato, to discuss this episode of Think Tank.

Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of educators from across the state to discuss the challenges teachers have faced throughout the COVID-19 crisis, including keeping students engaged during remote instruction and managing the stress of the pandemic and their responsibilities as teachers. They also discuss the role of social emotional learning and the importance of using the arts as an outlet for students.

Panelists include:

Kimberly Scott-Hayden, NEA National Education Support Professional of the Year, Inventory Control Clerk at East Orange Public Schools, and President of the East Orange Maintenance Association

Philip Pallitto, 5th & 6th Grade Teacher, Jordan Road School, and 2020-21 Atlantic County Teacher of the Year

Alicia Vilas, 5th Grade Teacher, Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School PS #20, and 2020-21 Hudson County Teacher of the Year

Nicholas Ferroni, Teacher, Union High School