East Orange School District Executive and Leadership Team

Narda Morant, the Teacher and Chief Executive Officer Narda's Ginger Punch at East Orange School District, directs specialized educational initiatives and entrepreneurial outreach programs. By bridging classroom instruction with community-based business development, the Chief Executive Officer Narda's Ginger Punch creates unique learning pathways for students. Narda Morant manages the integration of vocational training into the broader district curriculum, ensuring alignment with modern workforce demands. This leadership role involves coordinating with local stakeholders to expand extracurricular opportunities and student engagement. Through the oversight of these specialized programs, the Chief Executive Officer Narda's Ginger Punch drives innovation in student development. By fostering partnerships between the district and external organizations, the Chief Executive Officer Narda's Ginger Punch enhances the overall educational experience. Narda Morant maintains a focus on academic excellence while simultaneously managing the operational requirements of these distinct, high-impact educational ventures across the district.

Andrea McPhatter, the President, Board of Education at East Orange School District, governs the strategic direction and policy framework for the entire district. Overseeing the board's engagement with parents, students, and staff, the President, Board of Education ensures that community input shapes educational outcomes. Andrea McPhatter facilitates the decision-making process regarding district-wide initiatives like the Aspiring Leaders Academy and Empowered Parent University. This leadership role involves maintaining fiscal responsibility and ensuring that the district's 20 schools meet academic standards. By fostering transparent communication between the board and the community, the President, Board of Education drives collaborative efforts to enhance school-family relations. McPhatter manages the board's oversight of extracurricular engagement, including the 50 clubs and sports activities offered to students. Through the execution of these governance duties, the President, Board of Education secures the long-term stability and success of the district's educational mission.

Harvey Martin, the Chief Information Officer at East Orange School District, architects the digital infrastructure supporting over 8,700 students. Overseeing the deployment of educational technology, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless access to 16 Advanced Placement courses and 26 dual enrollment options. Harvey Martin manages the district-wide network security and data management systems, protecting sensitive information while facilitating efficient communication between schools. This leadership role involves collaborating with administrative staff to integrate digital tools into the strategic planning process. By optimizing hardware and software resources, the Chief Information Officer drives technological efficiency across all 20 schools. Martin maintains a focus on digital equity, ensuring that every student possesses the necessary tools for academic success. Through the implementation of robust IT policies, the Chief Information Officer supports the district's mission of academic excellence and community engagement, ultimately securing the technological foundation for future growth.

Vaughn Miller, the Acting Chief Information Officer at East Orange School District, manages the operational maintenance of classroom technology and digital learning platforms. Focusing on the daily functionality of school-based systems, the Acting Chief Information Officer ensures that students and teachers maintain consistent access to essential educational resources. Vaughn Miller coordinates the technical support teams responsible for troubleshooting hardware issues and software updates across the 20 schools. This leadership role involves streamlining the procurement of new devices to support the district's diverse range of educational programs. By monitoring system performance, the Acting Chief Information Officer drives improvements in digital classroom environments. Miller works closely with the broader IT department to implement long-term infrastructure upgrades that align with the district's strategic goals. Through the management of these critical technical services, the Acting Chief Information Officer supports the overall mission of providing high-quality education to the entire student population.