New Principal To Lead Cranford High School

CRANFORD, NJ — A new principal was appointed to lead Cranford High School.

Dr. Gina Donlevie will take over effective January 1, 2026. The Board of Education made the announcement on Tuesday following a "comprehensive" search that involved multiple interviews and details reference reviews.

"I am honored and excited to serve as the Principal of Cranford High School,” said Donlevie. "Cranford is known for its strong community and commitment to students, staff, and families."

Donlevie is currently the principal at West Essex Middle School, a position she has held since 2019. She also mentors those looking to become teachers through the New Jersey Leaders-to-Leaders program and is an adjunct professor at Centenary University.

Donlevie began her education career as a business education teacher at Ridge High School before later becoming their assistant principal.

Along with a Master's Degree in Educational Administration, she holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Management, and Policy from Seton Hall University.

"I look forward to collaborating with the high school team to foster a learning environment where every student can reach their full potential," added Donlevie about what has her eager to begin this next chapter.

When she's not in a classroom, Donlevie said you can find her spending time with her husband and her children at youth sports events and music performances.

Donlevie will take over for Mark Cantagallo, who was named the next Superintendent of Cranford Public Schools, effective January 1, 2026. Earlier this year, Superintendent Dr. Scott Rubin announced he would be retiring after nearly 30 years in public education, and nine leading the Cranford district.

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