Meet Dr. Darlene M. Noel
The 2023-2024 school year marks Darlene's 29th year proudly serving the students and families of Phillipsburg. The hallmarks of her career are strong relationships and advocacy for students, families, and staff. She is passionate about making school a place where kids want to be and where staff members feel valued.
EDUCATION:
Ed. D., Educational Leadership
M. Ed., Education
B.S., Elementary Education
CERTIFICATIONS:
NJ School Leaders Licensure
NJ Principal Certificate
PA Administrative I Certificate
NJ Standard Certificate: Elementary Education K-8
PA Instructional I Certificate: Elementary Education K-6
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Elementary Principal
Elementary Curriculum Director
Elementary Teacher
AWARDS & RECOGNITION:
Co-Chair, NJ County Teachers of the Year, 2019-2020
New Jersey State Teacher of the Year Finalist, 2016 (one of five statewide)
Warren County Teacher of the Year, 2016
Phillipsburg School District Teacher of the Year, 2016
Ford's Theatre Oratory Fellowship Recipient, 2016 (one of ten nationwide)
Teach to Lead Innovator and Leadership Award, 2015
Green Street School Teacher of the Year, 2005
