Congratulations Michele Marinello on your retirement announcement. You have been a great asset to the Thomas Jefferson School family and will be missed very much. Michele has 26 years of teaching experience with 22 years of service with the Union City Board of Education. An accomplished educator, Michele is a graduate of William Paterson University with certifications in Reading Specialist, Elementary Education, High School English Teacher, English as a Second Language, Phono-Graphix, and a Masters Degree in Urban Education. Michele has been a large part of the success at TJS with her commitment to excellence. We hope you know you have made a remarkable contribution at TJS and have touched the lives of your students, families, and colleagues in immeasurable ways. Again, congratulations on your long-awaited and richly deserved retirement.