Mr. Joseph Rotonda
Principal of School # 8
Mr. Joseph R. Rotonda is a lifelong resident of Belleville, where he recalls some of his most incredible memories and experiences. In 2001, Mr. Rotonda graduated from Caldwell University with degrees in Education and English. He has been an educator in Belleville for nineteen years. In 2006, Mr. Rotonda earned a degree in Administration and Supervision from The College of St. Elizabeth.
As a teacher, he taught English at Belleville Middle School for seven years. Mr. Rotonda had the pleasure of serving as the Belleville Middle School Dean of Students for one year. He was the Belleville High School Assistant Principal for five years. As Assistant Principal, Mr. Rotonda enjoyed working with dedicated high school staff to further the education of Belleville High School students. In 2016, Mr. Rotonda began his tenure as Principal of School Number Nine. Currently, he serves as Principal of School Number 8.
Mr. Rotonda is married and is the father of two children. Helping students succeed and move on to the next phase of their lives is extremely important to Mr. Rotonda. For today’s students, become tomorrow’s leaders!!!