Edward J. Lazzara, Ed.D.
Email: edward.lazzara@centenaryuniversity.edu
Academic Accomplishments
- Bachelor’s Degree
B.S. Business, Jersey City State College - Master’s Degree
M.A. Special Education, New Jersey City University - Doctoral
Ed.D., Educational Leadership, Centenary University
Area of Greatest Professional Interest
Leadership Development, Study and Practices, Student transition from 8th to 9th Grade, Personnel: Hiring and Retention Practices, Educational Technology, Staff Development
Biography
Dr. Lazzara currently serves as Principal of Sparta High School. Dr. Lazzara started his career teaching students with special needs as well as coaching football, basketball, and baseball. Throughout his career, he has held many administrative positions as Vice Principal, Supervisor of Special Services, and Athletic Director. He also served as Principal of Belvidere High School.
Dr. Lazzara holds his Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, a Master of Arts in Special Education, and a Bachelor of Science in Business. Dr. Lazzara resides in Sparta with his wife Maura and their family. Dr. Lazzara is proud to serve the community in this capacity and honored to be a part of this outstanding school district and the Centenary community.
Publications/ Presentations
A Strategic Focus on Influencing Outcomes Through Innovative Community Partnerships, Don’t Focus on the Falls, What Does Blended Learning Look Like, Making Social Media Work for your School District, Voices of Literacy, Closing the Reading Achievement Gap, Your District Vision – Make it Happen, The Power of Honest and Meaningful Feedback, No Transient Child Left Behind, Epidemiology, Science, as Inquiry & Scientific Literature, and Backpacks versus Back pain.
Favorite Quote
“The saddest thing in life is wasted talent” -Chazz Palminteri