Donald Borden

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Mr. NORCROSS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor educator Donald A. Borden of Blackwood, New Jersey.

Donald A. Borden began his long scholastic career teaching both special and general education, while volunteering his time coaching numerous varsity sports. Additionally, he taught for many years as an adjunct professor at Camden County College.

He went on to his first of many administrative positions when he became the Assistant Principal of Audubon High School, followed by his time as Principal of the Mansion Avenue Elementary School. Mr. Borden holds a master's degree in educational leadership from Rowan University, a bachelor's degree from Glassboro State College and has been and continues to be a strong supporter of South Jersey schools and universities.

Soon after, Mr. Borden became the Principal of Audubon Junior-Senior High School, where he worked closely with Camden County College to provide both remediation and credit-bearing course offerings to students. Mr. Borden was promoted to superintendent of the Audubon Public School District in Camden County from 2006 to 2013, where he served as an officer of the Camden County Superintendent's Roundtable and solidified the district's financial footing while increasing diversity through the implementation of the school-choice program.

In 2015, Mr. Borden would go on to become Executive Vice President at Camden County College. On April 5, 2016, Mr. Borden was appointed as Camden County College's fifth president. During his tenure as president, Mr. Borden has served as the Chair of the New Jersey Council of County Colleges' Presidents and served as Chair of the Campus Safety Committee for the State of New Jersey's President's Council.

Today, Mr. Borden continues to uphold his commitment to the educational community by serving on committees charged with increasing dual credit opportunities for high school students. He was also selected by The Institute for Citizens and Scholars as a Fellow, representing New Jersey to explore best practices in higher education.

Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in honoring Donald A. Borden, a resident dedicated to his community and to the advancement of educational opportunity.

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