Administrative Team
School Principal, Ms. Erica H. Campbell
Erica Campbell has served the New Brunswick School Community for 22 years. Ms. Campbell began her career in New Brunswick in 1998 as a paraprofessional at McKinley Community School. Before her role as the Pathways Middle School Principal, Ms. Campbell served as a Vice Principal at Roosevelt Elementary School and Woodrow Wilson Elementary School in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Ms. Campbell taught third-grade, fifth-grade, sixth-grade, and Middle School Talented Gifted Social Studies at McKinley Community School in New Brunswick. Ms. Campbell has also served as a 3rd grade lead teacher and McKinley School Head Teacher. Ms. Campbell served as a model teacher through the Rutgers University Fellow through the Lesson Study Model Teacher Program. Campbell also served as a Literacy Coach for Children’s Literacy Initiative, a national organization focused on developing teacher literacy practices while building student love of literacy. Ms. Campbell's leadership is grounded in the belief that there is a genius bound up in every child. Ms. Campbell embraces the role of developing a restorative culture that focuses on developing a safe and secure academic and social-emotional environment for Pathways staff, students and their families.
Vice Principal - Mrs. Carla Segarra- As the new Vice Principal at Middle School Pathways in New Brunswick, I am excited to bring my passion for personalized instruction and technology to our vibrant school community. With seven years of experience in the district — first as a Supervisor of Instructional Technology and then as Director of Digital Learning and Innovation — I have developed a deep commitment to fostering a family-friendly environment where every student can thrive. My focus on enhancing technology and tailoring educational experiences to meet individual needs will guide my efforts in supporting both students and staff. I look forward to collaborating with everyone at Pathways to build a nurturing and innovative learning environment.
Principals Secretary - Ms. Lisa Cook
School Secretary - Ms. Carmen Acevedo - My Name is Carmen Acevedo and I was born and raised in New Brunswick. I started working at several Daycare Centers when I was 15 years old with the summer program that was being offered to the New Brunswick Public school students. I graduated from the Adult Learning Center. My experience includes working for Several Early Childhood Centers. I have 33 years of experience in Family Engagement and providing Families with resources they need in our community. I am so excited to be here at Pathways Middle School, where I can continue to enjoy and look forward to more Family engagement.
Lead Security, Raymond Guzman
Ray Guzman joined Pathways Middle School in September 2023. Mr. Guzman believes that safety and security also come with knowing the students you serve and supporting the teachers and staff who engage with students daily in the classroom. Mr. Guzman is responsible for ensuring seamless communication is developed between building leadership, staff and the security team daily.
Head Custodian, Mr. Brown
Mr. Brown has served the children of New Brunswick for 30 years. Mr. Brown began at Pathways since its inception on July 1, 2023. Mr. Brown and the Pathways Custodial Staff ensure that Pathways School is ready for students daily.
Technology/Web Advisor, Ms. Jennifer Olawski
Jennifer Olawski is our website administrator. She is currently a Pathways Physical Education and Health Teacher and has been teaching for 15 years. Ms. Olawski was also the 2020 Middlesex County Teacher of the Year and New Brunswick Public School’s Teacher of the Year. Ms. Olawski is also one of our Intramural Sports Club Advisors and a meaningful mentor.
Student Support Services
School Social Worker, Mrs. Barbara Ruggieri
Mrs. Barbara Ruggieri has worked in the field of social work for 20 years. She began her career at the Division of Children and Families, where her focus was creating safe environments for children while providing support to families. Mrs. Ruggieri focuses on ensuring the positive social and emotional growth of each student and also to enhance the well-being of each student. Mrs. Ruggieri joined Pathways Middle School in September of 2023. She currently serves as our school social worker. Mrs. Ruggieri is chairperson of the Climate and Culture Committee and supports as Co-Chairperson of the Intervention Referral Services Team.
Teacher Leadership
Rouxana Ceron joined New Brunswick Public Schools in October 2023 with 12 years of teaching experience and 3 years of teacher mentorship with the Transformative Education Network at Montclair State University. She has taught in various roles including self contained and inclusion, ranging from grades first through sixth. Mrs. Ceron is currently Pathways Special Education Literacy Resource Coach. In this role she provides support to Special Education teachers in English Language Arts, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics by utilizing the New Brunswick Public School’s coaching model.
