Robert S. Sutter, Ed.D., Named Acting Superintendent of Schools

PARSIPPANY —  The Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education confirmed the appointment of Robert S. Sutter, Ed.D., as Acting Superintendent of Schools. He will succeed Dr. Barbara Sargent, who has tendered her resignation effective June 30.  

Dr. Sutter began his career in education as an elementary teacher in Paterson, then served as Assistant High School Principal and Elementary and Middle School Principal in Boonton.

He served as the Chief School Administrator of the Lebanon Borough School District. Seeking a larger school district experience, Dr. Sutter began his tenure in Parsippany 2016 as the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Dr. Sutter received his Bachelor’s Degree from Kutztown University, his Master’s Degree in Administration from Liberty University, and his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Regent University. “I’m incredibly honored and humbled to be selected to serve as the next superintendent. I am excited and honored to continue the district’s rich history of success.”

Dr. Sutter has the passion, expertise, management skills, and dedication to staff and students to nurture and expand the quality of education and opportunities throughout the district. He possesses a realistic vision, a clear sense of priorities, and a strong advocacy for high student expectations.

The Board looks forward to Dr. Sutter’s continued tenure in the district and a smooth transition into the 2023-2024 school year.