Dr. Fredrick McDowell
Superintendent
(856) 962-5702 Ext 1002
fmcdowell@collsk12.org

Mrs. Anita Genca
Executive Administrative Assistant
(856) 962-5702 Ext 1002
agenca@collsk12.org

Mrs. Bonnie Weightman
Human Resource Specialist
(856) 962-5702 Ext 1003
bweightman@collsk12.org

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Dear Oaklyn School Community:

I am truly honored to serve as your Superintendent while furthering the goals of the community and the Board. The mission of Collingswood and Oaklyn Public Schools is to inspire confidence, critical thinking, creativity, and perseverance. I am excited at the opportunity to work closely with educators, students, families, and community stakeholders to focus on developing lifelong learners by providing an inspiring and challenging education for every student. There have been significant strides on behalf of the Collingswood and Oaklyn school community, and I will continue to build upon the strong foundation previously established.

I believe that it is important to share the vision and beliefs that drive my leadership. These beliefs have guided my career and are the foundation for leadership choices in Collingswood and Oaklyn. We are fortunate to be members of a diverse community and must leverage this as a strength while embracing equity and providing necessary support to all students. The most important aspect of our work takes place in the classroom and must prioritize high-quality instruction that is culturally responsive. The Collingswood and Oaklyn school community has already demonstrated its dedication to the students and collaboration is a critical lever to ensure relationships are built on trust, common purpose, and high expectations. Given the diverse needs of students it is also important that we use data to learn from our successes and challenges while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Creating and sustaining excellent school systems are central to the long-term success of our communities. The work ahead will require that we think differently about school, and how we prioritize academic excellence, creativity, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth. It is also important that we have open and honest conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion. I am committed to fostering a robust learning environment that strives to do what’s best for all students.

Thank for this amazing opportunity and I look forward to continuing our progress.

Sincerely,

Dr. Fredrick H. McDowell Jr. 

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