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An American tradition: camp
Millions of children nationwide become part of history For more than 150 years, millions of children have learned life lessons and made lasting memories in a positive, supportive camp environment. This year, more than 10 million children and youth will attend camp nationwide. Today, camps are the natural extension of traditional education settings. Camp is…
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Need a mentor? Go to camp!
January is National Mentor Month, a time to celebrate and encourage the positive relationships that are critical to the development of children and youth — the positive relationships that are developed and encouraged each year at camp. The idea of a mentor is an ancient one. In Greek mythology, when Odysseus, King of Ithaca, went…
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Area schools and camps have so much to offer
Camp Excel Camp Excel is a specialized summer camp for children ages 5-17 with ADHD and others with social skills challenges. At Camp Excel, they focus on developing social skills and the social awareness necessary for better relationships.They teach children problem-solving skills and build self-esteem.The comprehensive program includes academics with special education teachers to promote…
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Thomas Procter Kiely
Mr. Kiely, 92, of Middletown and formerly of Rumson, died Dec. 6, 2013, at home. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He worked at the Thomas Procter Co., a family construction firm where he later served as president. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Viola “Vi”; a brother, William “Ed”; and…
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John B. “Jack” Clayton
Mr. Clayton, 89, of Freehold Township, died Dec. 11, 2013, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Prior to retiring, he was employed by the Carpenter’s Union Local 2250, Red Bank, for 55 years. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, M. Jane Clayton; two sons,…
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Patricia A. Hart
Mrs. Hart, 86, of Middletown, died Dec. 8, 2013. She was a substitute teacher in the Middletown Township School District. She was predeceased by her husband, George B. Hart Sr.; a daughter-in-law, Patricia M. Hart; a sister, Elizabeth Watkins; and a brother-in-law, Jack Watkins. She is survived by four daughters, Barbara Reed of Ocean, Patricia…
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Carmela M. Soden-Faragalli
Ms. Soden-Faragalli, 85, of Red Bank, died Jan. 9, 2014. She retired as a cashier at the Riverview Hospital cafeteria after 22 years of service. She is survived by two sons, Harry Soden Jr., and Alan Soden Sr. and his wife, Gertrude, all of Red Bank; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements were entrusted to…
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Judith A. Bol
Ms. Bol, 63, of Wesley Chapel, Fla., died Dec. 18, 2013, at the Gulfside Center for Hospice Care, Zephyrhills, Fla. She was predeceased by a brother, Andrew Bol; and a sister, Janet Bol. She is survived by a brother, Peter Bol and his wife, Barbara, of Edinboro, Pa.; a niece; a nephew; and a godmother,…
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Walter Bennett Jr.
Mr. Bennett, 70, of Oceanport, died Jan. 8, 2014, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a union carpenter for over 30 years with Local 2250 and was based at the Monmouth Park Jockey Club, Oceanport. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda; a daughter,…
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