Paul Adler

School Principal @Suffern Senior High School

Suffern, NY, US

Scaled school operations and enhanced student outcomes by managing a $20M annual budget and led the recruitment and development of nearly 200 staff• Strengthened instructional coherence and postsecondary readiness by leading the development and implementation of Suffern High’s “Portrait of a Graduate,” establishing key competencies and mindsets for graduating seniors• Led instructional team in expanding student access to AP courses, resulting in increase in enrollment of 15%, while percent of students scoring 3+ increased 5%. AP enrollment is now comprised of 50% students of color and 25% low-income students.• Planned a new onsite summer school, which led to doubling in the Regents pass rate compared to the regional model.• Secured $100K in district funding, doubled ENL student pass rates, and increased bilingual staff capacity by 100% through cross-functional collaboration, targeted after-school programming, and strategic hiring of support personnel• Led rigorous assessment reform by developing standards-aligned algebra and biology curriculum, doubling ENL student pass rates on Regents exams from 2024 to 2025 • Reduced class disruptions and disciplinary issues by implementing standardized cell phone procedures across 100 classrooms, including installation of in-class phone holders• Improved student punctuality from 90% to 95% within one academic year by launching an attendance policy with positive incentives and structured consequences, supported by a dedicated attendance team• Helped raise over $20K for robotics program by leading community-focused fundraising initiatives, coaching staff on donor engagement and strategic pitch development• Integrated live data platforms into algebra courses to enable real-time instructional adjustments and drive consistent assessment practices across the math department

Harvard University Graduate School of Education

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Columbia University

Doctor of Education - EdD

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Tufts University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)