Elementary #1 Administration
PRINCIPAL - CHRISTIAN J. PASKALIDES
Christian Paskalides, Principal at Middle Township Elementary School #1, spent his entire career at Middle Township, starting as a 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher. He created and supervised an intramural sports program as well as served as head boys’ basketball coach for seven years. He then served as Middle School Assistant Principal for 5 and a half years. Paskalides earned a Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology and Elementary Education from Stockton University, a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, and an Applied Educational Neuroscience Certificate from Butler University.
“My ambition is to provide all students with a strong educational foundation that will pave the way for future success. We strive to help students develop strong character skills and learn good citizenship values by respecting others, making smart decisions, and taking responsibility for their actions.” – Christian J. Paskalides
Accomplishments
N J Visionary Principal of the Year- Elementary Level (2020)
NAESP National Distinguished Principal (2020)
Contact Information
Phone: (609) 463-1900
Email: paskalidesc@middletwp.k12.nj.us
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - DONALD ROBERTSON
Donald Robertson, Assistant Principal at Middle Township Elementary #1, has been involved in education for over 20 years. He started his career as a third grade teacher before moving on to teach sixth grade, and then teaching history at the high school level. He has had the privilege of working in Middle Township for almost 10 years. He graduated from Stockton College with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Rowan University.
“I am grateful for each day at Elementary #1 and I am thankful to work with our faculty, staff, students and their families!” – Donald Robertson
Contact information
Phone: (609) 463-1900
Email: robertsond@middletwp.k12.nj.us