Robert R. Zywicki, Ed.D.

Dr. Robert R. Zywicki is a dynamic and innovative educational leader with over two decades of experience transforming educational organizations. His expertise spans multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), comprehensive assessment, differentiated instruction, project-based learning, and school finance, consistently delivering measurable results in student achievement and organizational effectiveness.

A proven change agent, Dr. Zywicki’s tenure as a two-time PK-12 Superintendent of Schools is marked by significant accomplishments including increased graduation rates, expanded special education inclusion, and successful implementation of major capital projects. His transformative leadership has earned numerous accolades, including recognition as a District Thought Leader by Future Ready Schools, a “Superintendent to Watch” by the National School Public Relations Association, and the “Friend of Education” award from the NJEA for “extraordinary contributions to the profession.”

As an insightful graduate professor, sought-after keynote presenter, and trusted advisor to scores of urban, suburban, and rural districts, Dr. Zywicki delivers strategic coaching to educational organizations and governance boards nationwide. His expertise has been recognized by universities and state agencies, leading to appointments on advisory boards shaping literacy standards, computer science curriculum, interdistrict school choice, and the allocation of federal funds for at-risk learners. Notably, Dr. Zywicki played an instrumental role in the reopening of New Jersey’s schools in September 2020, co-authoring the NJDOE’s Road Back COVID-19 reentry manual. He has been featured in articles, podcasts, and webinars by Education Week, District Administration, School Administrator Magazine, DatiaK12, and ASCD. He is the author of All Paths Lead to Graduation: Fulfilling the Promise of an Education in America published by the MTSS Leadership Network.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Zywicki demonstrates his commitment to community through coaching youth lacrosse, football, and basketball, and has served as an elected member of his local board of education. His unwavering passion for personalized learning drives his mission to make a meaningful difference for ALL students.

Dr. Zywicki is renowned for energizing educational teams and equipping them with actionable strategies to drive meaningful change. His innovative approaches to leadership, instruction, and technology integration continue to open new possibilities for students across the United States.

• Experience/ Research Interest

  Strategic Planning

  School District Budgeting

  Response to Intervention/ Multi-tiered Systems of Support

  Project-based Learning

  Educational Leadership

  School Choice

• Honors & Awards

  2021 National School Public Relations Association Superintendents to Watch

  2020 NJEA Friend of Education – Morris County Education Association

  2018 Future Ready District Thought Leader