Flemington Leader Announces Vice Principal Choice For Desmares

FLEMINGTON, NJ — Teacher Nydia Peake is the superintendent's recommendation for vice principal at Francis A. Desmares Elementary School.

Kari McGann, superintendent of the Flemington-Raritan Regional School District, announced her recommendation of Peake on Thursday.

McGann's recommendation of Peake, who has taught in the district since 2015, will be submitted during the next Board of Education meeting on Monday.

"It is anticipated that the Board will approve my recommendation," McGann said in a statement.

Peake has taught world language and, more recently, worked as a kindergarten bilingual teacher.

According to the superintendent, Peake is "passionate about creating unique learning opportunities for all students and has been an advocate for non-English speaking children and families district-wide."

She has led teacher workshops, conducted bilingual parent information sessions and served as a liaison for local organizations that work to address the diverse needs of Flemington-Raritan children, families and community members, according to the district.

The board meeting will take place in person at J.P. Case Middle School's auditorium. A professional development meeting will begin at 5 p.m., with the regular board meeting at 7 p.m.

In her statement, McGann also said the Flemington-Raritan Regional School District team is continuing to work through the summer to prepare for an in-person school year, focusing on ventilation, screening for symptoms and cleaning protocols.

At the same time, the district is keeping a close eye on infection rates in the community.

"Experts agree, children should be in-person, face-to-face, for school," McGann wrote.