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Benefits of Preschool in an Age 3 to Grade 8 School

Benefits of Preschool in an Age 3 to Grade 8 School

It’s your child’s first time in a classroom! But how different is your child’s preschool program from the rest of their school experience? Investing in a preschool program that thoughtfully integrates your three- or four-year-old into the broader school community can help your child build the ...
Alumni Keynote Speech: Ellie Schofield

Alumni Keynote Speech: Ellie Schofield

At this year's graduation ceremony, Willow Class of 2016 graduate Ellie Schofield gave a fantastic keynote alumni speech. We love hearing from our remarkable alumni during our graduation celebrations! Ellie's reflections and advice were heartfelt and poignant. Read on to watch her speech, read ...
Watch: Class of 2023 Graduation Speech

Watch: Class of 2023 Graduation Speech

One of Willow’s most cherished traditions is our graduating students’ collaborative graduation speech. No single keynote speaker is chosen. Instead, all of our eighth graders work together to create one, cohesive speech that reflects what they have learned during their time here. Students work ...
Getting Ready for Kindergarten

Getting Ready for Kindergarten

The magic of learning begins on your child's first day of kindergarten. Even though transitioning your child into this new phase of his or her life may seem overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be! At Willow, we help ease the transition to kindergarten with fun, informative activities for parents ...
Meet Eugene Kalkin, Our Green Gala Honoree

Meet Eugene Kalkin, Our Green Gala Honoree

Every year, The Willow School honors a member of our community at our Annual Green Gala. Our honorees have had a lasting impact on our students, parents, teachers, alumni, and beyond. This year, we are pleased to honor Eugene W. Kalkin - Willow grandfather, former Board Member, and faithful ...
Dr. Fullmer Presents at ASCD Conference

Dr. Fullmer Presents at ASCD Conference

Did you know that Dr. Lauren Fullmer, Willow’s Middle School Math Teacher & Department Chair, recently published a book? Dr. Fullmer worked with a team of educators and psychologists through the Rutgers Social-Emotional and Character Development Lab to create a program called Students ...
Willow Ethics Bowl Team Wins Second Place

Willow Ethics Bowl Team Wins Second Place

We are proud to share that Willow's Ethics Bowl Team has earned second place in the NJ-NY Middle School Ethics Bowl. The Ethics Institute at Kent Place School hosted the competition on February 25, 2023. Willow students competed against 20 teams to make it to the final round, where they faced ...
Why Should Children Learn a Second Language?

Why Should Children Learn a Second Language?

Your child’s early school years are a critical time for learning in so many ways. At this age, they are curious explorers navigating a new world and figuring out how to interpret, interrogate, and share all of their findings. Language is a critical tool in this discovery. While it may seem ...
Willow Wins Two “Students Change Hunger” Awards

Willow Wins Two “Students Change Hunger” Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Willow has once again won two awards in this year's Students Change Hunger campaign, a fundraiser for The Community FoodBank of New Jersey. This year, 70 schools and youth groups participated in the campaign. The campaign collectively raising over $40,000 and ...
Willow in the Woods: Sign Up for Summer Camp!

Willow in the Woods: Sign Up for Summer Camp!

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at Willow in the Woods, our summer nature camp for kids ages 3-13! At Willow in the Woods, joy and wonder guide every day as children in mixed-age groups organically choose between hands-on activities that promote learning, creativity, and outdoor ...
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