Al Lewis

Dr. Al Lewis is the Superintendent of Glassboro Public Schools in New Jersey, a professor at Moreland University specializing in early childhood education and educational leadership, and head coach of the 14U Philadelphia Liberties Women’s Ice Hockey Club. An award-winning educational leader, his work focuses on innovation, systems leadership, strategic partnerships, and expanding opportunities for students.

Across nearly two decades in public education, Dr. Lewis has served as a paraprofessional, classroom teacher, curriculum supervisor, principal, and superintendent. His leadership in Glassboro has focused on strengthening instructional systems, modernizing district operations, deepening community engagement, and building partnerships that connect students to opportunities beyond the traditional boundaries of K–12 education.

A signature example is Pathways of Promise, Glassboro’s landmark PK–16 partnership with Rowan University. The initiative connects early childhood education, educator preparation, dual enrollment, direct admission, career pathways, professional learning, and broader university-district collaboration into a more intentional continuum of opportunity for students.

Dr. Lewis is a writer and contributor with AASA, The School Superintendents Association, has completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program, and presents on emerging issues in district and civic leadership. His leadership has been recognized with the NASS Excellence in Small School District Leadership Award and the Rowan University College of Education Award for Outstanding Achievement.

Dr. Lewis is an advocate for the practical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in the superintendency. Rather than treating AI as a novelty, Dr. Lewis focuses on how district leaders can use it to improve communication, analyze stakeholder feedback, prepare for board and community engagement, strengthen strategic planning, and make more informed decisions in complex school systems.