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Guzik’s tenacious defense poised to lead girls’ soccer
BY RICH FISHER
In describing Caileigh Guzik’s attributes, Caitlyn Curran doesn’t leave much to the imagination as to what is the common thread.
“She’s a great teammate, she’s a great leader, she’s a great soccer player,” the Robbinsville
High girls soccer coach said.
“And she’s a great kid, too.”
It all sounds pretty great, and the senior was doing a nice job of helping the Ravens to a great start to their season.
With a freshmen-laden lineup, Robbinsville was 5-1-1 through its first seven games and was
one point ahead of second place Allentown in the Colonial Valley Conference’s Colonial Division.
“I’m very excited,” Guzik said in mid-September. “The team chemistry has been there from the start. Everyone gets along. We understand each other. I
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Six running for three seats on Robbinsville Board of Education
BY BILL SANSERVINO
Two slates are vying for election to three open seats on the Robbinsville Township School Board. There is no municipal contest this year.
A total of six candidates are seeking election to the seats, which are for three-year terms.
Running on the “Resilience Reliability Relationships” slate are Barbara Gould, Fizza Seehra and Christopher Emigholz.
Incumbents Tanya Lehmann and Arthur Howard are running with Arun Karpur on the “Putting Students First” slate.
The Robbinsville Advance asked each of the candidates to provide biographical information and a statement regarding the reasons they are running for the board. Their answers are presented below in alphabetical order.
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Christopher Emigholz has lived in Robbinsville for 13 years with his wife, Bonnie. The couple have three children in the Robbinsville School District. Their sons Ryan (12th grade) and Alex (10th grade) attend Robbinsville High School, and their daughter, Erin (7th grade) attends Pond Road Middle School.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Johns Hopkins University with a double-major in political science and history, and Master of Public Policy degree concentrating in education policy from Rutgers’ Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy.
Emigholz began his career in education as an AmericorpsVISTA in Baltimore City schools and then as a high school history teacher in Atlanta through Teach For America. He transitioned to N.J. public policy and government affairs, directing the New Jersey Department of Education’s legislative and policy office and serving as the budget director/associate executive director in the New Jersey State Senate. He is currently the chief government affairs officer for the New Jersey Business & Industry Association—a business advocacy organization overseeing a team of government affairs professionals who advocate for policies that promote economic growth.
Emigholz has been involved in several government organizations in New Jersey and other states, and he has also been involved in volunteer service opportunities, including Robbins-
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Robbinsville High School girls’ soccer player Caileigh Guzik (Photo by Julie Lawandy.)
RWJUH Hamilton October Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
IN YOUR BREAST INTEREST: DINNER WITH DOCTORS
Thursday, Oct 3; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us and our featured physicians from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton: Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, FACS, Breast Surgical Oncology; Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncology; and Rachana Singh, MD, Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology. Learn the facts about breast health, myths about breast cancer, the latest treatments, and the importance of early detection and annual mammograms. Registered attendees will be offered a wellbalanced and healthy dinner.
THE AARP DRIVING COURSE
Monday, Oct 7; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Be a safer, better driver. Most insurance companies will lower your premium with a completion certificate. Bring your NJ or PA driver’s license. Fee: $20 for AARP members presenting a valid AARP card; $25 for nonmembers. Bring cash (exact change) or check (payable to “AARP”) with you on the day of the class.
AUTUMN BOOK ART
Monday, Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Reflect upon art with poetry, and by making a fun, decorative pumpkin and or/turkey centerpiece by recycling discarded books. All materials included. Led by Rochelle Stern, Expressive Art Facilitator. $15
MEDICARE CHANGES FOR 2025
Monday; Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Be prepared for the upcoming year with changes to Medicare Part B, premiums and deductibles for 2025. Gina Rega, licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare
and ACA, will discuss the changes you will be seeing for prescriptions, along with any other differences.
BREAST/CHEST HEALTH
Tuesday, Oct 15; 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Join Cecilia Gomez, BS, Community Cancer Control Specialist, RWJ Barnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute, for this presentation that covers the basics of breast cancer. We will discuss screening guidelines, health disparities, diet and lifestyle and genetic counseling.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
Wednesday, Oct 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, Oct 16; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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HEALTHRHYTHMS® DRUM CIRCLE
Wednesday, Oct 16; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Six Tuesdays, Oct 22 - Nov 26; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, Oct 23; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. For folks who have been Reiki certified to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session and get a session. Bring a sheet and small pillow.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP: MEAL PLANNING
Tuesday, Oct 29; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND IMMERSION
Wednesday, Oct 30; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sound healing uses instruments like singing bowls, gongs, drums and chimes to create a therapeutic atmosphere promoting deep rest, nervous system rebalancing, and emotional release. Participants sit or lay in a comfortable position while the practitioner takes you on a sound journey for mind, body and spirit. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow or anything that makes you comfortable. Adriana Hansen, RYT200, SHA1 of the Learning Collaborative. $15
COLOR ME HOOPY: HOOLAHOOPING FOR FUN & FITNESS!
Thursday, Oct 31; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
If you think you can’t hoola-hoop, you are mistaken! This class is so much fun that you don’t even realize that you are working out! It’s much easier with an adult sized hoop, provided at the class. No experience necessary. Angela Reitter, Certified HoopLove Coach and Hoola-Fit Instructor. $15
AUTUMN HEARING AID EXPO
Thursday, Nov 7; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D, is proud to offer a presentation on today’s “computers for your ears” along with demonstrations of the latest in hearing aid technology. Advances in today’s hearing aids allow us to connect to our world in exciting ways! Stream music, television, and more with ease. New technology offers better hearing in noise, tinnitus
therapy and helps protect our brains as we age. Learn about these new advances and receive a hands-on demonstration from representatives from Unitron and Signia.
FEAST ON FACTS: AFIB
Thursday, Nov 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Zaw Win Tun, MD, an expert in cardiac electrophysiology, as we explore atrial fibrillation (AFib) - one of the most common heart rhythm disorders affecting millions worldwide. Dr. Tun will offer easy to understand insights into what AFib is, its causes, symptoms, and how it affects overall heart health. Dinner will be provided.
20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Saturday, Oct 26; 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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A SENIOR SOCIAL GROUP
Wednesday, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. GI PANEL DISCUSSION, LUNCH & LEARN
Thursday, Oct 3; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Shivaprasad Marulendra, MD, and Joshua Weston, DO, members of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, will lead a panel discussion covering the fatty liver epidemic, GERD and colon cancer. There will be plenty of time for Q&A in this engaging program.
MEN’S GROUP
Wednesday, Oct 9; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov 13; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Who said men don’t talk? Men need a safe space to share thoughts and feelings too. That’s why this is a women-free zone just for men to talk about whatever is on their minds. This program
will be led by Ted Taylor, Director, Spiritual Care and Volunteerism, and Coordinator, Palliative Care and Bioethics.
TAI CHI CLASSES
Thursday, Oct 10 + 24; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
GAME TIME
Thursday, Oct 10 + 24; 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
YOGA CLASSES
Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
MEDITATION CLASSES
Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE CRAFT WITH CLAY
Wednesday, Oct 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct 17; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Clay is one of the oldest known materials for creative expression. As we push and pull the clay into shape, we enter into a dialogue with ourselves and each other and form a visual language of our collective ideas. Focus is on hand-building techniques using air-dry clay. Adaptable to all skill levels, beginner to expert.
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Friday, Oct 25; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Joining us for the first-time is James Aikins, MD, Associate Professor, Clinical Division Rutgers Cancer Institute, Gynecologic Oncology.
Dr. Aikins will be speaking on “The Future of Women’s Health,” with education about uterine, cervical and ovarian cancers, the effectiveness of screenings and treatment, the age at which recommendations to stop screenings are, and the why behind it as cancers still appear in our advanced ages.
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Monday, Oct 28; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
All you need to know about changes and updates to your Medicare benefits presented by NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program (a Medicare information program sponsored by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services). Refreshments will be served.
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English appointed director of community development
Robbinsville Mayor Dave Fried, with the backing of the Township Council, has appointed Christopher English as the new director of community development.
English, a banking professional with extensive experience in relationship management, steps into the role following his recent tenure at William Penn Bank, where he worked with high-net-worth clients from 2018 to 2024.
“Chris is a welcome addition to our team, and we’re very excited to have him,” Fried said. “His ability to cultivate lasting relationships in the business world was very attractive to us as we navigate our way into a challenging new era of growth post-pandemic.”
Theses areas include the Route 130 corridor, Robbinsville Town Center South the planned move of municipal operations to the former Investor’s Bank building on Route 33, Fried said.
He previously served on the Robbinsville Township Zoning Board from 2018 to 2019 and the Planning Board from 2020 to 2021.
He is the son of Harold “Hal” English, the former director of community development and a current Robbinsville Township Councilman.
Windsor School Park project underway
Construction on Phase 1 of the Windsor School Park project has started.
This phase of the project includes a butterfly garden, sensory garden, the parking lot and a walking path around the perimeter of the park.
The Phase 1 work is expected to be completed by the end of October pending weather conditions.
English, a Hamilton resident, brings with him not only his banking expertise but also experience in local governance.
Phase 2 is projected to include an outdoor pavilion building with bathrooms and an indoor meeting room, while plans for See NEWS, Page 6
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“We very much look forward to seeing our preschool students embark on their educational journey in the Robbinsville Public Schools,” said Interim Schools Superintendent Jeff Gorman.
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Robbinsville launches universal Pre-K program
The Robbinsville Public School District cut ceremonial ribbons on its universal Pre-K program on Aug. 29, welcoming local dignitaries, parents, students and other community members.
Celebrations took place at both Pre-K locations: Sharon Elementary School and Pond Road Middle School.
“This initiative presents an exciting opportunity for the district’s youngest learners and will undoubtedly benefit the entire community,” said a school district news release. “
Beginning this school year, the district is offering an integrated preschool program to serve children between the ages of 3-4.
The program will accommodate up to 210 students, supported by 14 teachers, 14 instructional assistants, two preschool instructional coaches/interventional and referral specialists and one community and
The state earmarked $2.8 million for Robbinsville’s full-day pre-kindergarten program. Funds have been used to retrofit buildings to accommodate early childhood education, provide training, develop curriculum and purchase furniture, supplies and other necessities for the 14 designated classrooms.
School officials say the program will receive ongoing state funding each budget year. It will be of no cost to the school district or to families who have children enrolled in Pre-K.
The program, which follows the district’s school calendar, will run five days per week with full-day sessions from 9:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. The program will take place in available classroom space at Sharon and Pond Road.
Preschool students with disabilities and non-disabled preschoolers will join together in an inclusive classroom where language, academic and social skills will be developed in a nurturing environment.
Community member can follow the preschool program on Instagram: @ robbinsvillepreschool.
ville youth sports. Over the years, he has coached hundreds of children on approximately 40 different baseball, softball, soccer, football and basketball teams. He previously served as a member of the Robbinsville Board of Education for three and a half years, serving on almost every committee during his tenure. He was also a Robbinsville Economic Development Advisory Committee member for three years.
Before moving to our great town of Robbinsville, Emigholz served on the Hightstown Planning/Zoning Board, the Greater Hightstown East Windsor Improvement Project Consolidation Study Committee, and the Hightstown Economic Development Committee.
Candidate statement: I am running for a seat on the Robbinsville Board of Education because I am passionate about service, education and creating better opportunities for our children. Having prior school board experience, I know what makes a good school board member, and I will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of Robbinsville’s children, families, and taxpayers. Education is the most critical area of public policy and the most essential government service as it provides opportunities for our children who will shape our future. I want to be a part of that.
My deep experience in education policy has shown me what works and what does not. My professional education policy background has given me the opportunity to become exceptionally well-versed in New Jersey’s school funding formula and our State’s ever-escalating property tax problem. My job has also allowed me to build strong relationships with government officials within the state. Robbinsville’s children and taxpayers will benefit from that.
Our school budget and building back the community’s trust are critical issues facing Robbinsville schools, but our school board’s biggest priority is developing more positive and robust relationships. Kindness matters. How you treat people matters. Relationships (one of the three Rs of our school board campaign, along with Resiliency and Reliability) matter!
Beyond wanting to be a part of that essential education system, I feel obligated to serve my community because of my unique qualifications. I have taught in, observed, collaborated with, and served school communities throughout the State of New Jersey as well as in the states of Maryland and Georgia.
That is why it is wonderful to see so many bumper stickers all over town commemorating our former superintendent, Dr. Steven Mayer, and the quote attributed to him: “Make someone’s day today.” This quote embodies the importance of kindness and relationships, which I hold dear. Having me on our school board, you will get a team player who prioritizes collaboration and respect with the district staff, other board members, and the community. I will apply my many years of education, government, fiscal, and leadership experience to improve our schools by restoring a culture of collaboration in Robbinsville School District through better relationships.
For Robbinsville to become the ideal school system, we must demonstrate respect, transparency, kindness, and col-
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laboration with our parents and taxpayers, our students to stand against any kind of bullying, other local, school, and state government officials, and our district edustudents. Student support services, course options, and extra-curricular activities should all be preserved over other budget items that do not directly impact students. We need to hold high expectations for all our students, and they can reach those by holding students and educators accountable and through sound investments in our students and their curriculum options. This includes a solid literacy base that exceeds the requirements in the new state literacy laws that I supported, more choices for our students, and appropriate career and tech
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tial challenges. I am a staunch advocate for taxpayers as my career has been focused on fighting for better tax policy and efficiently investing in what matters, like our children.
I always strive to bring a balanced perspective to public policy. Combining that balance with my passion for our public schools being the critical lever to providing ALL children opportunities for growth and success is a win-win for our students and taxpayers. I will be a school board member who strenuously strives for consensus, compromise, and moderation in education policy to benefit all stakeholders, students, and taxpayers. My passion, skills, experience, and pursuit of balance make me an ideal candidate for the Robbinsville school board.
Barbara Gould has lived in Robbinsville for 21 years and has a strong background in education. Gould is married to Brian Gould, and they have three children. Their daughter Sofia is in second grade, Olivia is in kindergarten, and Joseph is in preschool, all attending schools in the Robbinsville School District.
She holds a Master of Arts in teaching and a post master’s in educational leadership from The College of New Jersey and a Doctorate in Education from Rider University. Her academic focus has been on edu-
cational equity and access to resources for students.
Gould has worked in education for more than 20 years. She began as an elementary school teacher in the Robbinsville School District, where she taught for eight years. Since then, she has held leadership roles in the West Windsor-Plainsboro School District, including middle school assistant principal, elementary school principal, district director of counseling, health and wellness. She currently serves as the chief academic officer, and she has presented professional development workshops for local and national organizations such as ASCD, AASA, and NJPSA, focusing on strategic planning and educational systems.
In addition to her professional work, Gould has been involved in various community and church-related activities. She has participated in global mission trips to Brazil and the Dominican Republic, served as a youth group leader, and is currently on the church’s governing board. She has also been an advocate for Robbinsville’s school funding efforts, using social media to share information with the community. Gould volunteers as an assistant coach for Robbinsville’s Little League and the Robbinsville Rampage softball teams.
Professionally, Gould co-leads her district’s Equity Strategic Goal, providing pro-
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fessional development on topics related to educational equity and strategic planning for teachers, administrators and staff.
Candidate statement: I am running for the Board of Education because I believe in public service and want to give back to the community where I began my career as an educator over twenty years ago. As the daughter of an immigrant and single mother, I also believe that education is the most transformative gift we can offer to our community.
community partnerships, and advocacy efforts to secure additional support from the state to help ease the burden on taxpayers. Transparent communication and community engagement in advocating for fair state funding through lobbying efforts or public campaigns will further support the district’s needs.
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With three young children, I care deeply about the future of Robbinsville, and I want to be part of a team that works collaboratively to foster inclusivity and belonging in our schools. Many of us chose this community for its rich cultural diversity which strengthens our school district and enriches our children’s education by exposing them to a wide range of perspectives, traditions, and practices—fostering inclusivity, mutual respect, and deeper connections. These experiences shape our students into global citizens and enhance the community as a whole.
As the chief academic officer in the West Windsor- Plainsboro Schools, my educational leadership experience in areas directly aligned with Board oversight—such as crisis management, staff evaluation, hiring, budgeting, curriculum design and implementation, professional development, policy development, strategic planning, anti-bullying programming and policies, staff management, and negotiations—will allow me to contribute meaningfully as a Board member. I will leverage my strengths to support our district and advocate for our community in this important role.
One of our district’s top priorities is to develop a comprehensive, multi-year strategic plan that includes a thorough financial plan to proactively mitigate the potential impact of state aid cuts and inflationary costs while maintaining and restoring quality educational programming and services.
This plan should encompass strategies for building resilience through transparent budgeting, including regular community updates, budget prioritization exercises, thorough program audits, and frequent internal line-by-line budget reviews to ensure efficient resource allocation and utilization. It should also focus on optimizing staffing, exploring shared service opportunities with other districts, and seeking strategies to generate additional revenue for the district.
In addition, the district must enhance alternative funding sources, such as grants,
Robbinsville will likely face flat or reduced aid based on patterns from the past few years. When state aid is cut or flat as inflationary costs rise, districts must make difficult decisions. My priority is to preserve academic opportunities, support services, and extracurricular offerings to ensure students continue receiving high-quality educational experiences. Programming for our students with diverse needs must be protected, and services that support students’ social, emotional, and mental health must be prioritized. A cost-efficiency audit must be conducted before any spending cuts are made to identify areas where costs can be reduced without compromising core programs, extracurricular activities, and services that directly impact student learning or support services, social-emotional learning, or mental health. Any expenditure reductions should be in categories that do not directly affect students. Students should be at the center of all budgetary decision-making processes.
Further, I am also passionate about restoring and improving our educational programs for learners. I believe the new literacy bills, signed into law on August 13th, align perfectly with our slate’s goals. Improving universal screening practices, supporting districts with greater access to resources, increasing teacher professional development, and monitoring implementation of foundational literacy instruction is fundamental to addressing educational equity and improving student achievement for all readers.
If elected, my goals would be to work with BOE, district administration and educators to support the new literacy requirements by updating universal screening policies and practices, allocating resources to implement curricula, and approving and funding comprehensive professional development for teachers.
As a BOE member, I would review and approve the literacy curricula with the new literacy standards and bills as a lens and utilize district data to measure student growth closely. It is essential to communicate changes and goals to the community through curricular presentations that demonstrate how district funds are supporting students and educators while also engag-
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Another critical priority is fostering a safe and inclusive school environment. As a Robbinsville community and as a Board of Education candidacy team, we must stand firmly against bullying in all forms, recognizing that cultivating a positive school culture is a key component of student success. By promoting respect, inclusion, and empathy, we create environments where students, staff members, and families feel valued and supported.
When conflicts or misunderstandings arise, whether in person or online, I believe it’s best to approach these situations with empathy, listening carefully and assuming positive intentions to come to a resolution. Rather than engaging in public disputes, I prefer to address issues directly with those involved in a collaborative manner. This approach has proven to be an effective way to resolve even the toughest challenges as it creates a more effective way of communication. I know firsthand that the most impactful lessons often come from the relationships students build with teachers, mentors, coaches, and peers—especially when they feel supported, valued, safe, and belonging.
I have had extraordinary mentors in my life. The most transformative was forged with Dr. Steve Mayer. Not only did he guide me professionally, he taught me that relationships are built on a foundation of trust and belief in the goodness of people. One of my greatest strengths is my ability to consider multiple perspectives of an issue, emphasize, make difficult decisions, and communicate the rationale behind those decisions.
Board members face challenging choices, and keeping students at the center of those decisions is critical in ensuring every student thrives. My dedication to putting students first has always been central to my roles as an educator, mother, youth leader, and coach. It will remain my
guiding principle as a board member.
Arthur Howard has been a resident of Robbinsville since March 2011, living with his wife, Marie Howard. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and three master’s degrees from Monmouth University in teaching, educational administration, and psychological counseling.
Additionally, Howard has earned several certifications from the New Jersey Department of Education, including School Safety Specialist, Anti-Bullying Specialist, and Affirmative Action Officer.
Currently, Howard serves as the assistant superintendent for academics and operations in the Holmdel Township Public School system, a position he has held since 2004. With More than 20 years of experience in education, Howard began his career in 1994 as a seventh-grade social studies teacher and has progressed through various roles, including content area supervisor, assistant principal, principal and acting superintendent.
Howard and Marie are the parents of six children. While their five sons are now adults with families of their own, their youngest daughter, Arianna, is in the third grade at Sharon Elementary School.
In September 2023, Howard was appointed to the Robbinsville School Board for a term of 15 months, concluding on Dec. 31. He actively contributes to the Community Relations Committee, the Education, Development and Policy Committee, and the ad hoc Security Committee. As a board member, Howard is committed to upholding high standards of excellence in education through collaboration and continuous improvement.
Beyond his role on the school board, Howard is involved in his local church, Change Church in Ewing Township, where he serves as a moderator for a men’s group and volunteers weekly in the church’s ministry.
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empowering individuals of all genders, combating violence, and fostering community development.
Candidate statement: As a father of a daughter enrolled in local schools and possessing over 25 years of experience in public education, I am honored to announce my candidacy for reelection to the Robbinsville School Board. My decision to seek reelection is driven by my extensive professional background in education, as well as my personal commitment to the advancement of educational standards.
paign is the expansion of mental health services within our schools. Today’s students face unprecedented levels of stress and mental health challenges, which can significantly impact their academic performance and overall well-being. I am committed to advocating for a robust mental health support system in our schools, which includes increasing access to qualified counselors, integrating mental health education into the curriculum, and providing early intervention services.
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Throughout my career, I have held a variety of positions in education, including teacher, principal, and Acting Superintendent. And having devoted my entire professional life to public schools, I bring a substantial wealth of knowledge and expertise that I am eager to apply to positively impact our district and the schools attended by my child.
I firmly contend that my diverse experiences have equipped me with the insights necessary to advocate for substantive improvements while effectively collaborating with my fellow educators, parents, and community stakeholders. Together, we can ensure that Robbinsville schools provide an optimal learning environment for all students.
Schools must provide comprehensive mental health support to assist students in navigating difficulties effectively. By expanding these resources, we can help students manage stress, build resilience, and improve their overall mental health. The goal is to create an environment where students feel supported and empowered to overcome challenges, leading to better academic outcomes and personal growth. As a father, I am particularly sensitive to the pressures that students face, and I am dedicated to ensuring that our schools provide the necessary support to help them thrive.
My background has afforded me a nuanced understanding of the complexities and dynamics inherent in the educational landscape, underscoring the vital role that effective policies and support systems play in promoting student achievement.
As both an educator and a parent, I possess a distinctive perspective that I am eager to continue sharing with our school board. This dual perspective enables me to advocate for initiatives that prioritize not only academic excellence but also the holistic well-being of each student.
One of my primary focuses in this cam-
Another critical issue I am passionate about addressing is bullying. The impact of bullying on students’ mental health and academic performance cannot be overstated. It is essential that we take a proactive approach to combat this issue. Robbinsville is indeed fortunate to have a dedicated and talented body of teachers and counselors in its employ.
My vision is not to dismiss or take for granted the outstanding work that these educators, counselors, and administrators are undertaking; rather, I aim to support and collaborate with them to provide a voice for who feel their circumstances may seem hopeless, implement more comprehensive anti-bullying policies where feasible and to foster an overall positive and inclusive school culture that not only estab-
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lishes clear guidelines but also offers training for both staff and students to effectively recognize and address bullying behaviors. Creating a safe and inclusive environment where every student feels respected is essential for their development and educational experience. By prioritizing these aspects, we can ensure that our schools serve not only as centers of learning but also as supportive environments that enhance each student’s potential and well-being.
Arun Karpur has been a resident of Robbinsville since 2010, living in various neighborhoods including Foxmoor, Town Center and now Cubberly Meadows. He is a physician, epidemiologist, and public policy expert, with a career focused on healthcare, special education and workforce development for people with disabilities.
Karpur is married to Radhika Adiga, and they are approaching their 20th wedding anniversary. Their daughter is currently attending Pond Road Middle School in the Robbinsville School District.
Karpur completed medical school in India before transitioning to public health and public policy studies in the U.S. Since 2018, he has served as director of evaluation and research at the Peterson Center on Healthcare. Prior to this role, Karpur was a faculty member at Cornell Univer-
sity’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations and the Florida Mental Health Institute at the University of South Florida.
His scholarly work has primarily addressed special education policies for youth with disabilities, healthcare access for individuals with complex conditions, and workforce development policies. His research also includes evidence-based practices in behavioral health, particularly for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and serious mental illnesses.
He is actively involved in several community organizations. He serves on the board of the SKN Foundation, a non-profit focused on improving services for South Asian families with special needs. He also advises Autism Speaks and the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation on healthcare access strategies and is a founding member of a public policy research institution in India.
Karpur is part of the advisory committee for Aadhyatmik, a Robbinsville-based organization promoting Indian cultural heritage and community engagement. He has led several initiatives on autism and mental health awareness within the community. Candidate statement: I am running for the Board of Education in the Robbinsville Public Schools along with a highly esteemed and qualified slate — Tanya Lehmann and Arthur Howard (both curSee ELECTION, Page 14
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There is no place for bullying and vile behaviors in schools. Having studied the negative impact of bullying on life-long learning, especially for children with special needs and autism spectrum disorders, I will collaborate with other BOE members, teachers and administrators to further strengthen our programs to address bullying.
Having formal procedures to review complaints and determine appropriate actions does not absolve us from ensuring a positive school climate that advances mutual respect and kindness among children and adults alike. Hurtful behaviors at younger ages don’t toughen the victim but subjects perpetrators to becoming weak citizens that are unprepared in a highly competitive and rapidly evolving world.
We need to address bullying and unhealthy climate through a combination of strong leadership from the BOE, increasing availability of behavioral health supports, and empowered school leadership. Being a fellow parent with a child in our excellent school district, I will strive to be
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your voice – an independent voice — on the board impacting decisions with longterm consequences in our children’s education. This means I will prioritize transparency over procedural bureaucracy.
The role of a BOE member is to guide the schools in policymaking and be a sounding board to school administration on key decisions. I will strive for ways to engage parents and guardians in decisionmaking and policies through proactive communication, community touchpoints, and work sincerely in reflecting our collective values.
At the same time, to reduce any external influence in the inner workings of the BOE, I will encourage review of disclosure processes and work with BOE colleagues to uphold compliance with ethics assuring privacy and confidentiality.
Despite recent referendums, the headwinds of budget cuts loom large. The new funding formula and undulated economic growth is an issue of grave concern for all. We have all seen the consequences of this when schools had to make difficult decisions in letting go of school staff impacting morale among teachers.
Considering financial uncertainties, as well as the aging infrastructure of our schools, I will encourage our administrators to seek community input on a longterm plan to stabilize our budget. Each referendum bears scars of political division
and increasing economic burden with longlasting impact on the culture and affordability of home ownership in Robbinsville. Diligent budget planning with clear sight of retaining our highly qualified teachers and core programming is quintessential to the success of our schools. I will vigorously advocate for proactive planning of various funding scenarios, in collaboration with school administrators, and teaching staff. Finally, any school program additions or updates should be carefully viewed to ensure it adds to children’s learning and has long-term viability.
I will advocate for a culture of responsible budgeting and financial management along with entrepreneurial thinking to responsibly monetize school facilities, seek grant funding, and engage philanthropy. Working with neighboring schools to share curricula and related resources and partnering with higher education to obtain federal funding should all be on the table while considering opportunities.
Finally, it is also important to partner with local businesses to seek opportunities that enhance educational opportunities. For example, engaging in service-learning programs could benefit students from volunteering and reflecting on their experiences while adding value to the local community. Such programs are low-cost with substantial returns on learning and character building.
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Tanya Lehmann, a mother of three Robbinsville High School graduates, has been a member of the Robbinsville Board of Education since her appointment in 2021.
ance between prioritizing students and passing budgets that the community can afford.
She currently works as an English Language Arts teacher in Monmouth County and has more than 20 years of experience in education. Since beginning her teaching career in 1993, Lehmann has also taught English enrichment and SAT/ACT preparation at The Peddie School during the summer.
Lehmann holds a bachelor’s degree from Bloomsburg University and a master’s degree in English literacy education from Rutgers University.
For these reasons, I am strongly against supporting any new bond referendums until there is a long-term and detailed plan on how we as a District plan to move forward in a financially responsible manner. There are many ways and strategies to pass balanced budgets without maximizing tax raises and debt on our residents and we need to be prudent in considering the impact our budgets and referendums are having on families and residents.
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Lehmann is actively involved in the Robbinsville community. She has volunteered with the Robbinsville Little League, as well as Robbinsville High School’s baseball and field hockey teams, and has participated in the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Lehmann also served as copresident of the Robbinsville MOMS Club, contributing her time and leadership to support local families.
Candidate statement: I am running for reelection to the Robbinsville Board of Education because as a teacher and mother, I truly care about our students and will support them so that they can thrive. At the same time, it is important that our Board of Education respects all Robbinsville taxpayers and strikes a bal-
As an incumbent, I offer a unique and valuable perspective. I have spent the last four years serving as board president, vice president, Township Council liaison, and participating in various committees, including the Personnel Committee and have chaired the Education Policy committee and the Community Relations Committee.
I hold a master’s degree in English Literacy Education from Rutgers University and a Dual Teaching Degree from Bloomsburg University. I am currently pursuing my school administrator and supervisor certification.
I am a mom of three Robbinsville graduates and a current classroom teacher with more than 20 years of experience teaching young children through college-bound teens including those with special needs and kids who are advanced learners. This broad experience has provided me with a vivid understanding of the challenges and opportuniSee ELECTION, Page 18
best educators in the state.
ties kids encounter. I recognize how educational policies directly impact their lives and as a current Board of Education member I apply that awareness to fervently advocate for their needs in a fair and balanced manner to create opportunities for all students to flourish in their academic environment.
I am proud of Robbinsville and have worked to be part of its growth even before my role as a Board of Education member. I actively participated in grassroots efforts to support Robbinsville in a variety of capacities including volunteering for Robbinsville Little League and RHS Baseball, and acting as President of the Robbinsville Moms Club, a wellrespected, international non-profit organization dedicated to supporting working and stay-at-home mothers. These experiences helped expand my vision as I work to create opportunities for all Robbinsville students.
Managing the district’s high-quality education while facing significant state funding cuts is a major challenge. My position on budgeting is to prioritize what truly impacts students. The single most important factor in a child’s achievement is the quality of his or her teachers. Therefore, the District’s budget must continue to prioritize attracting and supporting the
That said, taxpayers have paid their fair share and it’s unfair to them to expect more. We need to pump the brakes on additional expenditures at a time when we are facing projected deficits and be prudent in our budgeting.
Essential resources such as instructional materials and technology as well as Special Education and mental health services are critical investments that must withstand any state aid or budget cuts while non-instructional areas such as administrative costs, facilities, and maintenance expenditures should be explored to minimize the direct impact to our student body.
I am ready to tackle these and other challenges alongside fellow board member Art Howard and dedicated community member Arun Karpur because I believe in their selfless commitment to our community and to putting students first. We intend to focus on policies that will provide the best education and ensure that financial decisions respect the entire community, including our neighbors without kids in the schools.
Fizza Seehra has lived in Robbinsville for 13 years. She graduated from Lawrence High School and earned her undergraduate degree from Babson Col-
lege, followed by an MBA from La Salle University.
Seehra has spent two decades working at Johnson & Johnson. She is currently a senior manager in the Worldwide Government Affairs and Policy group, where she leads efforts to assess the impact of state legislation and collaborates with a team to educate policymakers on its effects. Her previous roles at the company have included responsibilities in financial budgets, strategic analysis, project management, compliance and negotiating access to medications for families.
Seehra is married to Amman Seehra, and they have two children. Both attend Robbinsville schools: Abhay is in 8th grade at Pond Road Middle School, and Maya is in 4th grade at Sharon Elementary School.
Seehra is also involved in community organizations. In 2014, she helped establish the ONE Project, a non-profit organization focused on addressing social needs through education and volunteerism. The ONE Project has organized the annual N.J. Hunger Project, enlisting 9,000 volunteers to package over 800,000 meals for low-income families. The organization also runs the ONE Project Scholars Program, which offers leadership development opportunities for high school students through community service.
At Johnson & Johnson, Seehra was chosen as a Health Equity leader, tasked with advancing healthcare initiatives to address disparities. She co-developed a mentoring program to support African American employees and serves as a career coach for students at Trenton Central High School as part of the Bridge to Employment Program in partnership with The College of New Jersey.
Candidate statement: I am seeking a position on the Board of Education because I am dedicated to serving my community, which has always been a priority in my adult life. When my children were younger, I felt it was crucial to demonstrate the significance of making a local impact, which led me to co-create the ONE Project.
As my children have grown and become part of the school district, I am drawn to serving the community in a different way — by becoming a member of the board of education. I aim to contribute my extensive experience in finance, budgeting, and analytics to the BOE, ensuring that taxpayers’ funds are used wisely. In both my personal and professional life, I have effectively collaborated with various teams to achieve common goals.
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legislators and policymakers to benefit constituents. I will apply this experience to collaborate with government officials to maximize state benefits for our school district’s budget.
learning.
There are a plethora of issues the district needs to focus on to ensure it provides a high-quality education while considering the community’s needs. Transparent decision-making and effective communication are pivotal issues in this school board race. Advocating for opportunities for community members, staff, and students to share their suggestions and provide feedback on the school learning environment is crucial to the BOE’s success.
Gaining input from the student body, their families, and staff is vital to ensure there is a comprehensive approach to decision-making. Each board meeting should focus on presenting educational topics, including curriculum, testing, and mental health support. Our community relies on the board to make decisions that support student growth and academic achievement. These decisions must be transparent.
This may require reassessing and auditing how our budget is currently allocated to identify opportunities for change. If inflation continues to rise, we need to plan for additional changes to the budget to accommodate these increasing costs. Ultimately, tough decisions will need to be made regarding how we currently allocate taxpayer dollars. I remain committed to not compromising our students’ education during these decisions.
I firmly believe that bullying in any form should never be tolerated, especially not in our schools. As a candidate for the BOE, I will advocate for mental health forums where our students and parents can learn about the anti-bullying resources available to residents of our district.
As a BOE slate, we understand that making tough decisions with taxpayers’ dollars is challenging in this economy. I support deeper and more frequent discussions among board members to keep the public informed of the decision-making process and its outcomes.
Advancing student programming is key to student success. A set of literacy bills was signed into law on Aug. 13 to help advance our goal of prioritizing student programming and teacher training in all decisions.
As a slate, we are committed to anti-bullying efforts and fostering a safe, inclusive school environment where every member of our school community is welcomed, respected, and valued. Additionally, the diverse cultural background in Robbinsville is a great asset to our town and should be celebrated. It’s been over 13 years since my husband Amman and I moved to Robbinsville. I feel fortunate to have raised our children in a town that values family, community, and cultural diversity. My parents and I moved to the U.S. from India after the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Our family home was burned to the ground, and we realized we were no longer safe in our own country. I saw first-hand the resilience it took for my parents to start over somewhere new with so much uncertainty.
These bills will improve universal screening, provide greater access to learning resources, focus on enhancing teacher professional development and training, and oversee the implementation of foundational literacy instruction while ensuring educational equity.
Through their resilience, I learned the immeasurable impact education, hard work, and commitment to helping your family and those around you can have on future generations. I have made it a personal mission to give back through my non-profit work. I have demonstrated success through effective collaboration and a balanced approach to decision-making throughout my career.
I would ensure the district leverages these sets of bills to benefit students on their unique learning journeys by providing the various resources needed to support students as applicable, from testing for early intervention to supporting teachers as they continue enhancing their skill sets through training.
A well-run district also includes a wellrun budget. With state aid remaining stagnant or potentially decreasing, we must ensure that academic opportunities for all learners are positively affected. Firstly, we must preserve and prioritize budget items that impact student programming and
The success of any board is contingent on the members’ having an aligned vision of the future and a commitment to achieve that vision collectively. I believe fostering reliability among a board hinges upon establishing trust through communication, transparent decision-making, and actions that consistently place students at the core of our decision-making process.
As a member of the Robbinsville Board of Education, I will stay committed to keeping our students at the center of all decisions and leading with empathy and accountability.
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really think we can do some great things this season.”
Curran agreed, saying “We’re off to an amazing start. We have a great incoming freshman class that has really helped. Our underclassmen filled the gaps we needed filled. The chemistry amongst them is something that I haven’t been a part of in a while. It’s really fun to watch and to coach.”
And while the youngsters are stepping up, it is reliable veterans like Guzik who helped limit opponents to just four goals in the first seven games.
Now in her third season as a varsity center-back, Guzik has been the glue to a back line that includes junior Katie Andrus on the right and freshman Kinsley Franke on the left.
“She has really been a great director for them,” Curran said. “They respect her. They listen to what she says and she takes control back there.
“She has really gotten us out of some tight spots. In the PDS game (a 2-1 win) she must have made four or five 35-yard sprints back to shut down breakaways. I know our goalie Gabby Sabol respects and appreciates her as a center back as well.”
A junior, Sabol had four shutouts in her first seven varsity games so she can certainly appreciate the leadership and expe-
rience Guzik provides.
Her career started with the Robbinsville Red Bulls recreation team at age six and “I still have all the little pictures of me playing soccer with my little shin guards.”
Guzik began as a defender and never left the back line as she moved up to the NLSA Soccer Academy.
“I knew that (scoring) was a big part of it but I also knew that was where my team needed me the most,” she said. “I would go anywhere to help them out.”
Upon arriving in high school Guzik sat out her freshman season to take some time for herself. Nonetheless, her skills drew the eye of Curran during a regular school day.
“She found a spot as one of our center backs. She immediately fell into that position based on her work ethic, speed, intensity and aggressiveness. I think the word I’d use to describe her is probably tenacious. She blended very, very well with the team in that back line.”
It was a minor injury and Guzik was quickly back in the lineup and playing courageously.
“She’s fearless and she has every quality you would want in a center back,” Curran said. “She’s not really missing any piece of the puzzle.”
While the youngsters are stepping up, it is reliable veterans like Guzik who helped limit opponents.
“A couple of the girls said she played,” the coach recalled. “I would watch her during phys-ed when they would do soccer. I approached her, I said ‘You’re a really good soccer player,’ and she said ‘I think I’ll come out for my sophomore year.’ She ended up coming out and she showed out for sure. She showed what she could do very quickly and nothing has changed since then.
As the years went on Guzik took on more of a leadership role and was chosen as a team captain by her teammates this year.
“She’s really taken to that responsibility,” Curran said.
While Guzik needed to take a year off, she always knew her soccer career wasn’t over.
“I was really excited to do it as a sophomore,” she said. “I talked to all my friends that played freshman year and they were all loving it.”
Guzik did not love her varsity debut, however, which came against Steinert. “It was really nerve wracking,” she said. “I started over a senior so I knew there would be a lot of pressure on me at that position. I just had to stay confident in myself and play my hardest. And actually, I got hurt in that game. I fell and hurt my knee.”
Guzik feels the key to being a good defender is having a positive mindset.
“You just have to stay confident in yourself,” she said. “You have to go into it thinking ‘I’m gonna win this, I’m gonna do my best,’ and just come out hard. Once you start believing in yourself you can do anything you want.”
It also helps to look down at the ground on occasion.
“I always try to watch their feet,” Guzik said. “I watch that the most. And then when they go into that move I know exactly what they’re going to do.”
Guzik played with Andrus last season and feels that Franke “fits right in with us, she understands us,” so the defense has meshed well together.
Early in the season, Curran was counting on the D to lock things down while her young forwards and midfielders progressed. That happened quickly as four freshmen had goals through the first seven games.
“My coach said.most of the responsibil-
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ity does fall on the defense,” Guzik said. “No one really notices that, so she appreciates our efforts. We’re starting to connect more passes and get more goals, I think we’ll be all right with the freshman up top. I’m not worried about it.”
One thing that has helped is that the midfielders are not afraid to take chances and move forward since they know their rock solid center-back is there to cover up.
“I think that’s something that’s gone unsaid,” Curran said. “It’s kind of an unwritten rule on the team. We feel confident going forward because she’s back there. It’s not something that needs to be talked about much. It’s just something that, because of Caileigh’s personality traits, athletic traits and leadership traits, people know they can do it and she’ll have their back.”
There are times Guzik may go forward,
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but those opportunities are limited.
“She does a really great job when she needs to step, but when I tell her to play conservatively she does a good job of holding her space,” Curran said. “When the opportunity arises, she’s not afraid to use her foot skills to take the ball up the field. A great quality we have this year is our defenders play the feet and they’re comfortable playing to each other and playing back to Gabby. So we’re able to use that to help our offense.”
Shen she’s not playing soccer Guzik is pounding the books as witnessed by a 4.3 grade point average. She likes to enjoy her downtime by painting.
“I love going to the beach, so I usually go on Pintrest and find beach photos,” she said.
And when she is not painting with brushes, she is creating a masterpiece effort on how to play center-back.
Capital Health Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
Capital Health Medical Center –Hopewell has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2024. As of June 2024, Capital Health was one of only 61 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor, which recognizes commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients. The award also means that the Chest Pain Center at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell has reached an aggressive goal of treating these patients to the high standards outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations.
To receive the Chest Pain — MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award, Capital Health has demonstrated sustained achievement in the Chest Pain — MI Registry for two consecutive years (2021 and 2022) and performed at the top level for specific performance measures. Full participation in registry empowers health care provider teams to consistently treat heart attack patients according to the most current, science-based guidelines and establishes a national standard for understanding and improving the quality, safety and outcomes of care provided for patients with coronary artery disease, specifically high-risk heart attack patients.
“It takes a concerted effort to meet the ACC’s rigorous standards for heart attack care, and this award was only possible thanks to the hard work of Medical Director Dr. Lara Samson and her team at our Chest Pain Center,” said Dr. Mark Arcaro, vice president of Clinical Performance at Capital Health. “As part of the ACC registry, the doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals at the Chest Pain Center provide care backed by data from other leading programs across the country. Congratulations to Dr. Samson and her team for this remarkable achievement, which lets patients in our region know Capital Health is nationally ranked in treating heart attack patients.”
“It is an honor to award Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell with the Gold Performance Award for their valuable national leadership and dedication to meeting comprehensive performance measures in patient care,” said Dr. Michael C. Kontos, chair of the NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Steering Subcommittee, and cardiologist at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center. “The receipt of this award indicates that Capital Health remains committed to providing top quality, guideline-driven care for heart attack patients. Their success ensures patients are receiving the highest quality cardiovascular care.”
To learn more about Capital Health’s Chest Pain Center, visit capitalchestpain.org.
Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know is experiencing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack.
Capital Health Regional Medical Center Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Stroke Care
Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC) recently received the American Heart Association’s Gold Plus Get with The Guidelines® Stroke Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
The American Heart Association also awarded Capital Health Regional Medical Center its Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite award. To qualify for this recognition, hospitals must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between a patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication.
Hospitals like Capital Health Regional Medical Center earn these awards by demonstrating a commitment to providing quality care and meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients also receive education on managing their health and have a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions.
“Capital Health is committed to improving patient care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines,” said Dr. Dustin Rochestie, director of the Stroke Program and director of Neurology and Neuro Critical Care at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “Get With The Guidelines makes it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis, which studies show can help patients recover better. The end goal is to ensure more people in the Mercer and Bucks County region can experience longer, healthier lives.”
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and speeding recovery times. Get with the GuidelinesStroke was developed to assist health care professionals to
provide the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines for treating stroke patients.
“We are incredibly pleased to recognize Capital Health for its commitment to caring for patients with stroke,” said Dr. Steven Messe, volunteer chairperson of the American Heart Association Stroke System of Care Advisory Group. “Participation in Get With The Guidelines is associated with improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates a win for health care systems, families and communities.”
Additionally, Capital Health Regional Medical Center received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. Hospitals that qualify for this recognition ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.
Capital Health Regional Medical Center, located in Trenton, New Jersey, is the only Comprehensive Stroke Center in the region certified by The Joint Commission, and one of only nine such hospitals in New Jersey. As part of Capital Health’s Capital Institute for Neurosciences, it is available for patients who require the most advanced treatments for neurovascular and stroke care including neuro endovascular, neurosurgical and stroke services.
Stroke is a time-sensitive emergency. If you suspect you or a loved one is experiencing a stroke, call 911 immediately. To learn more about Capital Health’s commitment to providing advanced care for stroke patients and those with other complex disorders of the brain and spine, visit capitalneuro.org.
Mercer County Native Returns to Join Growing Team of Gynecologic Oncologists at Capital Health
DR. MONA SALEH, a fellowship trained gynecologic oncologist who grew up in Mercer County, has joined the nationally accredited Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell.
Dr. Saleh joins Dr. Joyce Varughese in providing the most advanced testing and treatments for all gynecologic cancers, including ovarian, uterine/endometrial, cervical, vulvar, and vaginal as well as pre-cancerous conditions in the female reproductive system. Dr. Saleh is seeing patients at Capital Health Surgical Group, Two Capital Way, Suite 356, Pennington, NJ 08534 and 1690 Big Oak Road, Second Floor, Yardley, PA 19067.
“Our Center for Gynecologic Oncology fills an important need for women in our region and I’m excited to join Dr. Varughese and the rest of the team at Capital Health Cancer Center,” said Dr. Saleh. “I’m proud to be part of a team that offers access
to specialized services for women in our area who have cancer and might otherwise have to travel away from where they live or work to find the care they need. As someone who grew up here in Mercer County, this is especially meaningful, and I look forward to furthering Capital Health Cancer Center’s mission.”
Dr. Saleh completed her fellowship in gynecologic oncology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, New York. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, also in New York City. Fluent in Spanish and Arabic, she has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery and improving access to cancer care for all communities.
To make an appointment, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalhealth.org/gynonc for more information.
Former Army Surgeon Specializing In Minimally
Invasive Colorectal
Procedures Joins Capital Health
DR. JOHN SMITH BERRY IV, a double board certified colorectal and general surgeon with a decade of experience in minimally invasive abdominal and transanal techniques, has joined Capital Health Surgical Group. He joins Dr. Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, medical director of Colorectal Surgery, in providing surgical treatment for the prevention and management of cancer as well as benign diseases of the colon and lower gastrointestinal tract
“Capital Health is known for exceeding the highest standards of physician and nursing care. It has a reputation for leading surgical advances and comprehensive cancer treatment. My patients will get the best care possible here,” said Dr. Berry. “I’m honored to join Dr. Godshalk Ruggles and provide expert care so we can cure more patients and return them to their loved ones in good health. Together, we will continue to grow Capital Health Cancer Center and cement its reputation as the region’s best.”
Dr. Berry’s clinical interests include sphincter-preserving techniques for advanced rectal cancer, surgical treatment of advanced disease, and enhanced recovery protocols that allow patients to experience shorter, safer hospital stays and less time away from work.
Dr. Berry received his undergraduate degree in chemistry at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York and went on to receive military honors as an Armored Cavalry Officer. After his service, Dr. Berry received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Berry was fellowship trained in colon and rectal surgery at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
Before joining Capital Health, Dr. Berry was a colorectal surgeon in the U.S. Army based at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. During this time, he served multiple deployments to the Middle East where he was Chief of Surgery at combat hospitals in Sinai, Egypt and Doha, Qatar.
To make an appointment, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org for more information.
FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS
Register by calling 609.394.4153 or register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Please register early. Class size is limited. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Lung Cancer Awareness: New Technology to Streamline Diagnosis
Monday, November 4, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Lung cancer symptoms often go undetected until its later stages, which is why advances in screening options are crucial to overcoming this disease. DR. DIANA KOLMAN, director of Interventional Pulmonology at Capital Health, will highlight the latest robotic technology that is increasing the precision and efficiency of lung biopsies. This allows for earlier and more accurate detection of cancerous cells and better patient outcomes in the fight against lung cancer.
Dementia: Recognize the Signs
Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 9:30 a.m.
Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534
Is forgetfulness a sign of underlying dementia or just a normal part of the aging process? Join DR. AHMAD FAROOQ, a geriatric medicine doctor and medical director of Capital Health LIFE (a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), to discuss this common question and the cognitive issues we may encounter as we age. A light breakfast will be served.
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Avoid the lines — early voting starts on Oct. 26
DAVE FRIED
MAYOR’S COLUMN
This year’s Presidential election on Nov. 5 is projected to see one of the largest turnouts in recent memory, with early voting expected to play a key role.
What is early voting? Beginning October 26 through Nov. 3 in New Jersey, eligible voters can cast their ballots at an approved polling site the exact same way they would on Election Day— on a machine, but without the long lines and confusion that have plagued us in recent years.
This can be done Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
If you are not yet registered to vote, you have until Oct. 15 to do so. A quick video about early voting, along with other critical election information, is available for viewing on our website at robbinsville.net.
you have certainly earned that opportunity. Building a solid, trusting relationship with the BOE through improved communication and shared ideals will better serve our students and the many families that have put their faith and trust in the Robbinsville School District.
How do you know if your school board is doing a good job?
Just as we encourage attendance at our Township Council and Land Use Board meetings, you can start by attending their monthly meetings. Visit the district website at robbinsville.k12.nj.us to find out more.
Our local school board election presents an opportunity for families to directly impact the lives of their children.
In addition to this year’s Presidential race, our local school board election presents an opportunity for families to directly impact the lives of their children.
Comprising the largest body of elected officials in the United States, school board members are entrusted to set the policies of our public elementary, middle, and high schools.
Many residents often overlook school board elections. That is unfortunate because it is a wonderful opportunity to have a say in the policy decisions affecting your children, and with 55 percent of your total property tax bill allocated to schools,
Educating yourself on how the BOE makes decisions, and how it spends your tax dollars, is a critical piece to the education puzzle.
We need our school board members to believe in the value of public education, and they must be dedicated to serving and teaching all children.
They also must believe in the democratic process and have respect for diverse points of view. Building trust with the public and local government is also paramount.
If I have said it once I have said it 100 times: One of the hardest things an individual can do is put their name on an election ballot, and I salute everyone with the courage to do so.
Take the next four weeks to find out more about all the candidates running in the upcoming election, and I will see you at the polls Nov. 5!
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Mammograms are crucial to women’s health
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While researchers continue to make advancements in cancer detection and treatment for breast cancer, one of the best ways to tackle the disease is through early detection and screening with mammography. Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, Breast Program Director at the Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJ Barnabas Health facility, in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, shares more on the importance of this lifesaving cancer screening.
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1. Breast cancer is a leading health concern for women. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in U.S. women, behind only skin cancer. Approximately 13.1 percent of women will be diagnosed with female breast cancer at some point during their lifetime
2. There are several risk factors associated with breast cancer. As with many other diseases, risk of developing breast cancer increases as you get older until about the mid-7th decade of life. You
4. Using low-dose X-rays, mammograms can show abnormal areas or tissues in your breast and can help detect cancer before you have symptoms. Your breast is placed in a special machine between two plates. The plates move together to compress your breast tissue, so it’s easier for the X-ray to obtain a clear image. Once the images are created, they’re stored on a computer where they can be viewed and analyzed by the radiologist and your doctor.
5. When breast cancer is detected early, and hasn’t spread, the five-year relative survival rate is 99 percent. Breast cancers found during screening exams are more likely to be smaller and less likely to have spread outside the breast.
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Programs at RWJU Hamilton this month
The following programs are open to all, and registration is required. Programs are sponsored by RWJUH Hamilton Community Health/ Community Education and Better Health Program, a FREE membership program for anyone 65+ years old. All programs take place at the Center for Health & Wellness located at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, unless otherwise noted. View the calendar of programs available online at rwjbh.org/hamiltonprograms, or for more information, call (609) 584-5900.
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(RWJUH Hamilton) At The Women’s Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Outpatient Building #5, Ground Floor. Appointments are required and appointments can be scheduled by calling the Mammography Department at 609-631-6832 and press “3” when prompted to schedule an appointment. Early detection of breast cancer saves lives. Learn more at rwjbh.org/mammo.
Thur S day, oc T ober 3
Dinner With Doctors—Breast cancer awareness event (Community Education). 6 to 7 p.m. Join us for “In Your Breast Interest;”
FREE* dinner with doctors program featuring our physicians: Firas G. Eladoumikdachi (Eladou), MD, FACS, Breast Surgical Oncology; Rachana Singh, MD, Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology; and Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncology. Learn the facts about breast health, myths about breast cancer, the latest treatments, and the importance of early detection and annual mammograms. *Registered attendees will be offered a wellbalanced and healthy dinner; registration is required and space is limited; first come first serve basis. This event will be held at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619. For more information or to register, call 609-584-5900. Learn more online at rwjbh.org/hamiltonprograms
Tue S day, oc T ober 15
Breast/Chest Health (Community Education). 5 to 6 p.m. Join Cecilia Gomez, BS, Community Cancer Control Specialist, RWJ Barnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute, for this presentation that covers the basics of breast cancer. We will discuss screening guidelines, health disparities, diet and lifestyle and genetic counseling
Wedne S day, oc T ober 16
Dinner With a Doctor—Common sleep disorders (Community Education). 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join Kevin Law, MD, member of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, RWJUH Hamilton, on in depth discussion on common causes of poor sleep and day time sleepiness as well as sleep disorders, and learn if you need to schedule a sleep study at RWJUH Hamilton Sleep Care Center. Dr. Law has over 25 years of experience and is board-certified in critical care, pulmonary disease and sleep medicine. *Registered attendees will be offered a well-balanced and healthy dinner; registration is required and space is limited; first come first serve basis. This event will be held at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619. For more information or to register, call 609-584-5900. Learn more online at rwjbh.org/hamiltonprograms
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, the City of Trenton, and the Trenton Housing Authority host two Career and Resource Fairs for Trenton residents
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Wednesday, October 16, 2024 – 11am - 3pm
Mercer County and the Trenton Housing Authority host a resource and career fair at Donnelly Homes located at 875 North Willow Street, Trenton, NJ 08638 from 11am to 3pm with the Department of Motor Vehicle’s mobile unit.
• Attendees are invited to utilize the Department of Motor Vehicle’s mobile unit for REALID, registration renewal, initial permit, nondriver ID, duplicate/replacement title or registration by reserving a time slot at https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit
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Mercer County and the Trenton Housing Authority host a resource and career fair at Wilson Homes located at 5 Eisenhower Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638 from 11am - 3pm. No mobile unit. For more information or to table, please contact Terry West at twest@mercercounty.org
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