Center Stage For 38 years, Center Stage has offered the best, most experienced and diverse faculty in the area, covering all styles of dance: hip-hop, jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, modern; theater (acting and musical theater); music (voice, piano, guitar and percussion); and gymnastic programs. Center Stage’s esteemed alumni have appeared in more than 40 shows and national/international tours, national ballet and modern companies; regional theaters across the country, as well as on dance and cheer squads for professional sports teams. Over the years, many Center Stage students have considered the studio their second home, building life-long relationships with fellow students, teachers and staff.With 12 dance rooms in three locations, no other studio around can offer the breadth of scheduling possibilities that Center Stage can. So with all of these benefits, the only questions left is: Why would you go anywhere else? Students range from age 3 to adult and from those who want to take one class a week for fun or fitness, to those who are working toward a career in performing arts. For more information, visit www.centerstagenj.com or call 732-238-7890 (East Brunswick)/ 732-972-1116 (Marlboro)/ 732- 695-6400 (Ocean).
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School provides children with a high quality, individualized education in a safe, nurturing and friendly environment. Hatikvah, in the Hebrew language, means hope.The Hatikvah International Academy Charter School community believes that its students are the hope of the future; young people who will endeavor to relate and coexist peacefully and fruitfully in our global community. In order to develop knowledgeable and open-minded thinkers, children at Hatikvah receive the Columbia University’s Teachers College Readers and Writers Workshops, an inquiry-based approach to science and social studies, conceptual development of mathematics, the
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opportunity to think and communicate in a foreign language, Hebrew, physical education, art and music all from a very talented and caring faculty.The Hatikvah International Academy student population is reflective of the diverse local community, ensuring that students will develop lifelong friendships with a diverse student population. Students are encouraged to share each of their own unique experiences as they get to know each other. If you are looking for a positive change for your child, apply on the school’s website at hatikvahcharterschool.com. Inquiries should be sent to Dr. Marcia Grayson at [email protected].
I.L. Peretz Community Jewish School is a secular Jewish school and community in Central New Jersey.The school for children in grades K-7 meets Sunday mornings from September to May.The curriculum emphasizes historical and cultural approaches to the study of their Jewishness and a commitment to community, to Tikkun Olam, Hebrew for “repair the world,” and to make“a shenere un bessere velt,” Yiddish for “a more beautiful and better world.” Classes are directed toward understanding their people’s past and enriching their present lives as Jews.The curriculum, led by a professional staff of teachers, includes the study of Jewish traditions, history, literature, music, dance, and Hebrew.While the children are in class, adults meet over bagels and coffee for weekly discussions on a wide range of topics. Their community also offers programs on Friday evenings, retreats, book groups, holiday parties, a teen group, a community Passover seder, and secular services for the high holy days. In this community, Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies are as unique and individual as the students themselves and reflect their individual Jewish heritages. Community leaders are available to guide families through this special time. Find out more by attending an upcoming open house on Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Rutgers Preparatory School. For more information, call 732-545-9691 or visit www.ilperetz.org.
Looking for a safe, nurturing, accredited school for your child to attend in September? Look no further! St. Bartholomew School provides a safe, protected learning environment with closed circuit surveillance. St. Bart’s School is AdvancED Accredited and offers both a 3-year-old and a 4-year old academic based preschool program in addition to full-day kindergarten through eighth grade.The school offers state-of-the-art technology such as a fully equipped science lab, digital whiteboards, and an Advanced Computer Resource Center, all of which are integrated into a student’s daily curriculum. St. Bart’s has a full-time nurse and guidance counselor on staff, and before- and after-care programs.They offer band, chorus, drama, sports and other extracurricular activities, while encouraging and stressing the importance of community service.The birthday cutoff is Oct. 31.With a close-knit family fee, St. Bartholomew School is a great choice for your family this fall. Join the St. Bartholomew School family today.The school is located at www.stbartseb.com. For more information, call 732- 254-7105 or visit www.stbartseb.com.