Dr. Matthew J. Murphy Award Winning Leader
Award-winning K12 Supt (ret) & interim administrator; Ramapo College (adj prof); West Bergen Foundation; mental health promot
Services Offered
Leadership
- Vision and Leadership: Participants will learn how to develop a clear vision for their schools or districts and how to effectively lead their teams toward achieving this vision.
- Culture and Climate: This part of the program will focus on creating a positive school culture and climate, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for students, staff, and the community.
- Coaching Teachers to Success: This component will cover techniques for providing effective feedback, coaching teachers for improvement, and evaluating teaching and learning processes.
- Leadership for Well-being: The program will emphasize the importance of well-being for leaders and their teams, providing strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and promoting a positive school culture.
K-12 Education
- Teaching for Understanding: Participants will explore best practices in instructional leadership, including strategies for promoting deep understanding and meaningful learning among students.
- Profile of a Graduate: Helping districts craft a comprehensive profile that defines the essential skills, knowledge, and attributes for success beyond high school.
- Telling Your Story: Enhancing district communication through strategic support, fostering clear, effective, and engaging interactions with all stakeholders.
- The Potential of AI: A detailed program designed to empower K-12 educators with the necessary expertise, resources, and confidence to harness Artificial Intelligence as a transformative element in education.
Mental Health
- Educational programs tailored for students
- Training sessions designed for school personnel
- Assistance provided to external organizations
- Collaboration with local communities to address distinct challenges and opportunities
ABOUT DR. MURPHY
At the forefront of purpose-driven leadership, Dr. Murphy excels in translating ambitious visions into tangible results. His exceptional aptitude for aligning individual actions with overarching goals has positioned him as a prominent figure in K-12 education, leadership, and mental health.
EXPERIENCES
Superintendent; Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction; Director of Elementary Education; Principal; Vice Principal; Teacher; Adjunct Professor - Ramapo College
EDUCATION
Ed. D. 2002 Fordham University Administration and Supervision
P. D. 1996 Fordham University Administration and Supervision
M. S. 1993 Long Island University Technology in Education
B. S. 1990 University of Rhode Island Elementary Education
Awards
- 2020: NJSPRA Communicator of the Year Award
- 2018: NJ Governor's Council Ambassador Award on Mental Health
- 2017: BCASA Distinguished Service Award
- 2016: Apple Distinguished Program (Ramsey Public Schools)
- 2015: New Jersey Administrator's Association Northern Regional Superintendent of the Year Award
- 2006: New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association Principal of the Year: Rewarding Visionary Leadership Award
- 2002: David L. Clark National Graduate Student Research award winner for doctoral research
Presentations/Workshops
- Design to Foster Connection and Community -Nov. 2023
- Resilient Leadership: Navigating Stress with Confidence - July, 2023
- Teaching for Understanding - July and August, 2023
- Embrace the Potential: AI Strategies for Educational Leaders July 23
- Wellness: The Intersection of Public Education, Non-Profit, and For-Profit - NJASA Spring Conference 2022
- Are We Okay? - NJASA Techspo, Jan. 2022
- NJ Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health, Rutgers University, MTTC, Dec. 2021
- Engaging Diverse Learners Through Student Choice - AASA National Conference, Feb. 2018
- Transform Student Thinking and Digital Citizenship for School Leaders, NJASA TechSpo, Jan. 2018
- Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teachers and Teaching Convening NJPA Oct. 2017 - "#GetToHow"
- NJASA TECHSPO & NJASA Spring Conference 2014 – “The SGO Solution: An Offering of a Virtual Learning Community”
- NJDOE Presentation – “The Principal’s Role in Leading Implementation of the Common Core Standards”
- “Unified to Advance Instructional Practice in a New Age of Accountability”
- “The New CCCC: Connecting the Common in the Core to Create Coherence”
- NJASA Workshop– “Becoming a 21st Century Communication District”
- ASCD National Conference – “National Awards for Significant School Change: Critical Lessons About School Renewal”