Administration
Dr. Alba Lugo, Principal
Contact Dr. Alba Lugo.
Jacqueline Rowley, Principal's Office Secretary, ext. 4123
Dr. Alba M. Lugo became the principal of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School in May 2025, bringing over three decades of experience in education. She began her career in higher education, holding administrative roles at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Princeton University. Dr. Lugo then transitioned to public schools, teaching Spanish in Red Bank and East Brunswick before becoming an Assistant Principal in New Brunswick. Most recently, she served as a middle school principal in the Lindenwold Public Schools District.
Dr. Lugo holds a bachelor's degree in Economics with a minor in Spanish and a master's in Higher Education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She earned her doctorate from Rider University.
A resident of Yardville, NJ, Dr. Lugo is the mother of two sons. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, especially to Puerto Rico to visit family and friends, as well as paddleboarding, knitting, and spending time at the beach with her partner.
Assistant Prinicipals
Thomas Anderson, Sixth-Grade Assistant Principal
Contact Thomas Anderson
Kim Villanueva, Secretary, ext. 4179 (Speaks Spanish)
Mr. Thomas Anderson is thrilled to join the school leadership team as the new Assistant Principal.
Mr. Anderson completed his undergraduate studies at Misericordia University, where he earned a degree in Mathematics and Secondary Education while playing on the varsity football team. Building on his passion for school leadership, he later attended William Paterson University, where he received his Master’s degree in Educational Leadership.
Before stepping into administration, Mr. Anderson spent eight years in the classroom teaching middle school mathematics in both Paterson and Elizabeth. His extensive background in middle school education fuels his commitment to supporting teachers, fostering high academic standards, and building strong relationships with students and families.
Currently residing in Pine Beach, New Jersey, Mr. Anderson enjoys spending his free time with family and friends, visiting local beaches, and faithfully cheering on the New York Jets. He looks forward to serving the school community and helping students reach their full potential.
Seventh-Grade Assistant Principal
Contact Ms. DaSilva
Evangeline Sia, Secretary, ext. 4161
Ms. Jennifer DaSilva has been a staff member in the East Windsor Regional School District since September 1, 2012. She previously served as an ELA teacher at Melvin H. Kreps Middle School, teaching in grades 6-8 across her 10 years in the classroom.
Ms. DaSilva earned her Masters of Education in Educational Leadership from Rutgers University and Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English-Literature and Psychology from Rutgers University.
Ms. DaSilva resides in Plainsboro, NJ, and she enjoys the arts, reading, exercising, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends
Gretchen Cammiso, Eighth-Grade Assistant Principal
Contact Ms. Cammiso.
Cheri Sprague, Secretary, ext. 4129
Ms. Gretchen Cammiso joined the Administrative team at Melvin H. Kreps Middle School in December of 2024.
Ms. Cammiso comes to the district with 20 years of educational experience, having most recently served as an Assistant Principal at Drexel Hill Middle School in the Upper Darby School District. She also worked for several years as a high school Athletic Director in both the Upper Darby and Bristol Township School Districts. Her teaching experience comes from having taught for 10 years as a high school Health and Physical Education teacher, where she also coached Varsity Softball.
Ms. Cammiso received her certificate in Educational Leadership from Cabrini College, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Walden University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education: K-12 and Fitness Specialist from West Chester University.
Ms. Cammiso resides in Ewing, NJ with her husband and baby daughter. She enjoys working out, cooking, spending time with family and friends, and watching the Eagles win.