When schools reopen in September, Kimberly Germano will be taking over as the Barnegat Township School District’s Drug Free Communities coordinator/district counselor. She replaces Michele Cucinotta, who recently retired after 36 years in the district.

“Michele and I have worked together as counselors for many years in the district,” said Germano, whose husband, John Germano, is athletic director. “She is a dear friend of mine, and I am honored that I will be taking the position over for her.