NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 14, 2026) — The City School District of New Rochelle Board of Education has appointed Dr. Camille Edwards-Thomas as Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services. This decision was made at the board meeting last night, and her new role will be effective July 1, 2026.
Dr. Edwards-Thomas, who is widely respected within both the district and the broader educational community, will succeed Dr. Gail Joyner, who is set to retire at the end of the current school year. Although this announcement is bittersweet for the Albert Leonard Middle School community, it is a positive development for district-wide student services.
Dr. Edwards-Thomas joined the New Rochelle district in 2008 after starting her career in the Mount Vernon School District. She has served as principal of Albert Leonard Middle School for the past five years and has held other leadership roles, including Assistant Principal at New Rochelle High School.
Her educational background is extensive, holding a Doctoral Degree in Education with a focus on Organizational Leadership from Northeastern University. Additionally, she has obtained a Master’s Degree in School Building Leadership and a Professional Certificate in School District Leadership from Mercy College, a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from the City University of New York’s City College, and a Bachelor’s Degree from CUNY’s Hunter College.
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