Continuity of administration at Fernbank Elementary School

Ms. Ray is very good with the Fernbank community.

Joan Ray is a talented, insightful, wise, and capable leader. More than that, she is truly an INSPIRATIONAL leader who elevates those around her. Trusted by parents, colleagues, and students, she inspires confidence. With her ESOL teaching background, she has practical insights about resources available and the needs of ESOL students that will enrich any school under her leadership to be sure, but which are particularly apt for the exciting and ambitious merging of Montclair and Fernbank for the next couple years. And, very recently, Joan Ray has demonstrated strength and able guidance in the most challenging and poignant of times. She has the ability, intelligence, strength, and gorgeous heart that make her the ideal candidate to take the helm at Fernbank.

Joan Ray knows Fernbank Elementary and has had several roles at the school which have prepared her to take on the job as Principal. Her relationship with the staff, teachers, students, parents, county and the community make her a natural successor to Jason Marshall.

Our Fernbank community needs the continuity and excellence that Ms. Ray will provide as principal.

Ms Ray is an excellent choice for Principal at Fernbank.

We are very supportive of Ms Ray being appointed as successor to Mr. Marshall.

I am in support of appointing Joan Ray as successor to Jason Marshall as the Fernbank Elementary Prinicipal . She has strong leadership and given she has worked in multiple roles during her tenure at the school is best equipped to carry Fernbank's foundational leadership and school excellence forward.

Joan Ray would make an outstanding principal. I fully trust in her ability to help us successfully negotiate the changes ahead.

Make a good decision - place Joan Ray in the principal role at Fernbank. She is THE best candidate for the job. Hiring from within, especially given the changes, is the best move.

Joan Ray for Principal in 2016. Enough said!

I believe that Joan Ray understands the needs of our students and teachers and will exceptionally lead us through the many changes and challenges ahead.

I have watched and listened to Joan Ray handle numerous situations with students and parents. She obviously respects each child even regardless of the bad decision the children have made. I believe she makes the kids want to do better so they don't make those same bad decisions again. Joan Ray would be exceptional in this role.

There is no one better to lead Fernbank through this transition than Ms. Ray.

I believe that she will be a great principal taking into consideration all changes our community will be facing from the begining of the next academic year! Good luck!

I firmly believe that Mrs. Ray will help us, as our new principal, with the many upcoming transitions.

Given all the changes that Fernbank will be undergoing next year, there is not better administrator than Joan Ray to lead the school and community during the transition.

No other candidate understands Fernbank's unique community and culture better than Joan Ray. Having her as principal will ensure that next year's transition does not affect the integrity of our school and what Mr Marshall has worked so hard to build.

Mrs. Ray is THE best person for the job!!!

Please hire Joan Ray to be the new principal for Fernbank. With the significant changes coming to our school next year, having someone with personal experience at the school is critical to managing the process successfully.

Joan Ray is highly qualified for the position and is already a dedicated member of the administration. I endorse her candidacy as the new principal!