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Poem Party - Fourth and fifth graders at Berkeley Terrace School in Irvington are combining their lessons on poetry with their lessons on drug awareness. During a poem party, the students will focus their topics on healthy living and a campaign against drug abuse.

Volunteer Club - Students at Jonathan Dayton High School in Springfield have learned the rewards of volunteering. Their biggest success over the years has been their work with local senior citizens. Each year the students host a breakfast for the seniors with the help of donations from local businesses, and speakers on topics of interest to the seniors.

Student Teacher - Nichole Bowman was a star athlete in Camden, but she decided to dedicate her life to teaching and giving back to her community. Bowman returned to Davis Elementary where she is completing her student teaching!

Exploring Our World – Students at Forest Avenue School in Glen Ridge have discovered the joy of hands-on science. Teachers use science kits to help students learn by working with experiments geared for individual grade levels. This program is funded through a grant from the NJEA Frederick L. Hipp Foundation for Excellence in Education.