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Merit Prep was founded on the premise that the future of Newark rests squarely on our ability to educate the next generation of children. Our vision is to prepare your child for the demands of our innovative, fast moving, technology-enabled society with an innovative, fast moving, technology-enabled school. Consider joining us on this journey to transform our city, our state and eventually our nation.

- Michael Cosack, Merit Prep Board Chairperson


The Board of Merit Preparatory Charter School is represented by:

Michael Cosack, Chairperson
Aubrey Haines, Secretary
Cheryl Arnedt, Member
Kristen Sigler, Member
Lisa Miller, Member


The Board of Merit Prep meets monthly, the 2017 remaining meeting schedule is listed below.  Board meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Board meetings are held at Merit Prep at 909 Broad St. newark, NJ 07102.

January 18th 6-7pm

February 15th 6-7pm

March 15th 6-7 pm

April 19th 6-7 pm

May 17th 6-7pm

June 21st 6-7pm