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Barnstable Academy
8 Wright Way, Oakland (201) 651-0200
Barnstable Academy offers students in grades 5-12 an intimate learning environment that helps them thrive in ways other schools simply cannot provide. Barnstable's personalized instruction, small class size and nurturing staff bring out the best in students, who can improve their organizational, social and time management skills without the distractions of a large public school. Our college preparatory academics, electives and activities give students a chance to explore new interests and expand their horizons.
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Cresskill Performing Arts
300 Knickerbocker Road, Sutie 1100, Cresskill (201) 390-7513
Cresskill Performing Arts is proud to bring an expanded schedule, state-of-the-art studios and expert teachers to the Northern Valley! We offer all kinds of dance classes, from ballet to modern to hip-hop and everything in between, for ages 2-1/2 through adults. We also feature acting and improvisation classes, on camera technique, voice lessons and arts and crafts classes. Our studio is a positive, non-competitive environment for all, including those with special needs. We support each student's unique talents, believing that each individual has something wonderful to contribute. This attitude creates positive energy and self-esteem. Our performance opportunities include a work-in-progress show before the holiday break as well as our spring recitals. We also have both a Junior Company and our Cresskill Performing Arts Dance Troupe, who do charity and fundraising performances throughout the school year.
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The Elisabeth Morrow School
435 Lydecker St., Englewood (201) 568-5566
The students at The Elisabeth Morrow School develop a passion for learning as they engage, first hand, with educational opportunities designed to motivate and challenge them. The experienced and dedicated faculty members foster academic excellence and intellectual curiosity. The program includes a comprehensive academic curriculum, broad and rich experiences in the fine and performing arts and a physical education program that culminates in interscholastic team sports in grades 6 to 8. The Elisabeth Morrow School is unrelenting in its focus on the social development of its students, with consistent emphasis on the development of each individual's character. At the heart of the school lie the Four C's: Courtesy, Cooperation, Consideration and Compassion
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Kaplen JCC On The Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly (201) 569-7900
Early Childhood Programs include the Leonard & Syril Rubin Nursery School, an innovative program for children, age two to four, featuring socializing, cognitive readiness skills, swim, gym, music, art, Judaics, dramatic play, science cooking and baking, Israeli culture, holiday celebrations and nature programs with the Tenafly Nature Center. N.J. State certified teachers work in a welcoming environment, with small staff-student ratios, in large cheerful classrooms with access to playgrounds, gyms and junior pools with experienced aquatics staff. Full-time nurse on premises. The JCC also features Day Care, Kindergarten, mini-camps and Parenting Center programs for toddlers and moms. All programs are state-licensed and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. For information and application, call Felicia Glantz, director, (201) 569-7900, ext. 214
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Thomas H. Hafner, D.M.D., LLC
415 W. Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River (201) 327-7757
Dr. Thomas Hafner is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry. He was a clinical instructor for seven years at Bergen Community School of Dental Hygiene. He was in practice with his late father for thirteen years, and Holistic dentistry was a hallmark of the practice years before it became popular. Dr. Hafner has continued the concentration on Holistic dental work. As a practitioner of Holistic dentistry, Dr. Hafner performs evaluations with each patient before work begins to determine whether there are sensitivities to either materials or procedures. This allows patients to customize their treatments.
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Zayna's Cuts for Kids
122 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes (973) 831-2390
Zayna's Cuts for Kids - Voted #1 for kids' parties and featured on WOR Radio's The Joan Hamburg Show, has swiftly become the must-go-to place for every child's hair needs since opening in 2007. Sibling founders and stylists, Moody and Maisha Haopshy, applied their 24 years experience to carefully construct themed stations and provide organic hair products which ensure exceptional quality and "chemical-free" atmosphere their clients deserve. At Zayna's, a haircut is an adventure!