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CM: How did S.A.C.K. initially get the sacks made and distributed, and how has it grown?

Stacy Wiener (SW): When I started S.A.C.K. in 2017, I was the only one crocheting/knitting sacks and purchasing the soap to fill them. After reaching out to several local knitting/crocheting groups and explaining the S.A.C.K. mission, they began to make soap sacks for me. However, I was the only one who was donating soap sacks to shelters, pantries and social service agencies, primarily within Monmouth County. A local story was picked up by USA Today two years ago, and within hours, I was receiving emails from all over the country asking me if they could do the same for shelters and pantries in their communities. As you can probably guess, I said YES!!

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CM: Tell us about your family and whether they are involved in helping.

SW: My son, Aron,18, just graduated from the Engineering Academy at Red Bank Regional and will be attending University of Pittsburgh as a Chemical Engineering student. My husband, Bob, retired from Johnson & Johnson two years ago. We have two coonhound pointer dogs—Choliy and Molae.

Aron coordinated a soap drive at RBR during his junior year. Bob is the “back office guy” (his words) for S.A.C.K. He has been solely responsible for the paperwork to get the 501c3 status, trademarking the logo, setting up and maintaining

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It has been especially challenging since COVID—personal hygiene is more important than ever.

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SW: I want to continue to inspire people to be part of the S.A.C.K community...and have soap sacks donated all over the world, so a corporate sponsorship, or an appearance on television, or other way to reach a large audience and advance the cause is my dream.

CM: Do you have any hobbies when not working on S.A.C.K? SW: Besides knitting and crocheting, I love to read and walk the boardwalk. I live two blocks from the beach---I am definitely a Jersey Shore Beach Girl.

CM: Favorite quote?

SW: “Wherever there is a human in need, there is an opportunity for kindness and to make a difference.” Kevin Heath CM: How can CM readers get involved?

SW: We appreciate the help! Readers can visit SoapSacks.com for sample patterns and information.

They can coordinate soap drives, donate to S.A.C.K. through the website, donate soap through Amazon, (where we also have a Wishlist) as well as donate craft store gift cards to help offset the cost of yarn. We are also on Facebook (@SoapSACK) and Instagram (@ soapsacks).

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Monmouth County Historical Association Virtually Celebrates Annual Garden Party On a Sunday evening in June, the Monmouth County Historical Association (MCHA) invited members, supporters, and friends to participate in a Zoom Bloom to celebrate the 45th Annual Garden Party. Many participants gathered in their own gardens to safely ‘bloom where they are planted’ while honoring a cherished tradition and joining in a virtual toast to MCHA and its mission to preserve and celebrate the history of Monmouth County.

For more than four decades, MCHA has hosted the annual Garden Party on the last Sunday evening in June. Beginning as an intimate gathering featuring homemade hors d’oeuvres passed by young volunteers and décor plucked from members’ own gardens, the event grew to a much-anticipated summer institution welcoming close to 400 guests to enjoy beautiful vistas from many of the grandest riverfront homes in Monmouth County. This year, due

to the current public health crisis, MCHA was not able to host the customary summer soiree.

Instead, the Association invited attendees to come together with family and close friends in their own gardens and backyards, while observing social distancing, and then tune in to the Zoom Bloom to share their love for history and the Garden Party with the community.

The Zoom Bloom program featured a greeting from Linda Bricker, President of the MCHA Board of Trustees, welcoming all, exploring the storied history of the Garden Party, and expressing appreciation to the Committee members, trustees, staff, and contributors who continue to help shepherd the Association through this challenging time. Executive Director Meg Sharp-Walton then took to the screen, highlighting the rich 120-year legacy of MCHA and the crucial role history plays in understanding and navigating the challenges the country

faces today. Going on to spotlight the Association’s esteemed collection and historic sites reflecting 350 years of American heritage, diverse exhibitions ranging from the paintings of 19th century artist Micah Williams to Springsteen: His Hometown, and innovative programs including a garden project based on Thomas Jefferson’s horticultural records and the newly launched Remembering Covid-19 campaign to gather and archive personal reflections on the pandemic, Sharp-Walton also stressed the vital part supporters and contributors play in ensuring MCHA can continue this important mission. Attendees then joined 2019 Garden Party Honoree and past Interim Director Charles “Chuck” Jones in a toast to the Garden Party and the future of MCHA. For more information and way to donate to MCHA, please visit MonmouthHistory.org.

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4 | (l to r). Shea and Chuck Jones III (2019 Garden Party Honoree, former Trustee) of Rumson, flank his parents Charlie and Hope Jones, Jr., (Past President, MCHA Board of Trustees) of Palm Beach, FL and Little Silver 5 | (l to r) James “Hutch” and Daren Hutchinson (Garden Party Committee and former Trustee), Little Silver 6 | Pam (Trustee and Garden Party Committee Member) and Ted Lacey and children, Rumson 7 | (l to r) Jennifer (Trustee and Garden Party Committee) and Tom Mullins, Rumson

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Most divorce cases are settled, but the court sponsored settlement process does not begin until six to nine months after filing. Disputes over support, parenting time or discovery require that motions be filed. These are costly and can be fraught with delay. Positions are hardened and settlement becomes more difficult.

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A Storied History of Helping Those Who Help Others

BY CATHY PADILL A

Representing the Monmouth Park Charity Fund on CM’s cover this month are (left to right) Maria Farhat Tanzola, Vice President of the Board of Trustees of MPCF; Maureen Lloyd, President of the Board of Trustees of MPCF; and Carol Stillwell, Proud Supporter of MPCF. Photo Credit: Carmela Caracappa

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With a history that goes back nearly 74 years to 1947, the Monmouth Park Charity Fund (MPCF) has cemented itself in the history of Monmouth County as one of the most notable and successful non-profit agencies. Having raised nearly $9.9 million for those at risk or in need in the community, the MPCF is a reliable partner for local charities that have come to count on its financial support through Traditional Legacy Grants and several other grant programs. But 2020 is proving to be a year like none other, and the MPCF now finds itself in need of help more than ever before.

“With the cancellation of our Kentucky Derby (event) we are appealing to our supporters to pivot their sponsorships and reservations and make a straight donation to Monmouth Park Charity Fund,” said Debi Heptig, MPCF Director of Operations. “We have $115,000 toward our goal of $265,000.

The success of this effort will determine our ability to distribute grants in 2020 so this is a truly important campaign for us, and for the 50+ local charities that count on our grants to run their programs.”

MPCF’s 17th Annual Kentucky Derby Party was postponed from May to align with the new September date for the Kentucky Derby race, but with the current state of the pandemic the event has been cancelled entirely. An elegant affair that draws more than 400 attendees annually, it is one of the most anticipated events each year in Monmouth County. Known for its Derby Hat Parade and Contest, raffles and auction, and specialty cocktails and cuisine, it is a true Derby celebration often attended by the sitting Governor and other notable figures.

But more than a fun and exciting party, the day at the races is the main fundraiser for MPCF. Last year a new record was set with more than $417,000 raised, and those funds provided 99% of the 58 grants that were

awarded by MPCF to local non-profits.

“In Monmouth County there is a diverse group of populations that use non-profit agencies to get their medical and mental needs met, food to put on their tables for family members, and an array of support services,” shared Maureen Lloyd, President of the Board of Trustees of MPCF. “In recent months, with the pandemic not seeming to leave us alone anytime soon, these agencies have been working around the clock. Our goal at MPCF is to continue our legacy of giving even during this dire time. We ask the community to continue to support MPCF! Although we have had to cancel our biggest event, we still are asking our past donors, attendees, and sponsors to support our goal of raising more than $265,000 by donating to our organization in the next few months so that the non-profit agencies we support through grants will be able to receive their check at MPCF’s Annual Tea in late October and carry on their service to our most vulnerable citizens.”

The Kentucky Derby Party and the fall Breeders Tin Cup Team Challenge for Charity are the two main fundraising events hosted by MPCF each year, while the Winner’s Circle Society Membership Reception and the Roberta O. Fox Annual Distribution Tea

are held to honor members and award grants.

On average, 80 non-profit agencies apply to MPCF each year for funding. A review committee determines which organizations receive grants, with typically 50 awarded annually. By bringing the leaders of various non-profits together in one room, the Annual Tea fosters a way for greater needs to be met.

“I was Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters for 20 years,” shared Heptig. “Every year all the (non-profit) agency Directors would attend the Annual Tea. It was our day to receive much needed funding, and it was our day to shine and share. So many of our most vulnerable in the county need a myriad of services, at the Tea we talked and figured out ways to do more by working together.”

The Annual Tea is an afternoon of giving and collaboration that sets the work of the Fund apart from what many other charities are doing, but it’s also a day of great emotion.

“One of my favorite parts of working with MPCF is presenting our Legacy Grants at our Tea,” said Maria Farhat Tanzola, Vice President of the Board of Trustees of MPCF. “Every recipient shares how the grants help their constituents and often there isn’t a dry eye in the room.”

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member. With Monmouth Park Racetrack donating office space for the organization, 83% of all monies raised go directly to financial support of human service programs throughout Monmouth County. Strategic partnerships with New Jersey Natural Gas, the Grunin Foundation, CentraState Medical Center, and Hackensack Meridian Health have afforded even more opportunities for giving.

“Since learning of their mission, I have always been proud to support the Monmouth Park Charity Fund. The vision of MPCF to aid Monmouth County charities so they may

carry out their diverse objectives in assisting the most vulnerable in our community aligns perfectly with my core beliefs and values,” said Carol Stillwell, President of Stillwell-Hansen and proud supporter of MPCF. “Many of the charities that benefit from MPCF are organizations that I already serve and truly speak to my heart, making MPCF a natural and ideal fit for my philanthropic endeavors.”

Beyond attending or supporting MPCF events through purchases or direct donations, as of 2018 a $500 individual donation offers membership into the Society. The

Winner’s Circle Society, chaired by Sandy Mullaney and Anita Roselle, is a new initiative of the organization where members participate in determining how and to whom an annual grant called the Transformational Grant will be distributed. The first grant of the group was awarded this summer to The Arc of Monmouth for $13,750. The Society is currently 51 strong, and MPCF is looking to bring on 50 new members in time to complete its 75th Anniversary in July of 2022 as part of its planned year-long celebration.

For more information, to donate, or secure membership, please visit MPCharityFund.org.

The History of MPCF In 1946 a group led by the late Amory L. Haskell of Middletown began a restoration of Monmouth Park Racetrack, which had been abandoned for 50 years. Under the new leadership of then-President Haskell, the Monmouth Park Jockey Club was born. In an effort to show their gratitude to the residents of Monmouth County for their assistance in making the dream of a revitalized racetrack a reality, Haskell and his partner, Philip H. Iselin, assembled a committee of 15 area women to plan a charity ball and carnival to be held at Monmouth Park. It was decided the money raised from the first charity ball in 1947 would be given back to the community by way of support for local charitable endeavors, a tradition that is honored by The Monmouth Park Charity Fund to this day.

Betty Iselin, wife of Philip, became the first president of the Charity Ball Committee, an office she held for 50 years. Haskell’s daughters, the late Anne Haskell Ellis of Middletown and Hope Haskell Jones of Rumson, were a vital part of the fundraising committee for more than 30 years. Hope Haskell Jones continues to be an active member of the Monmouth Park Charity Fund.

For many years, the Committee worked with the support and cooperation of the Monmouth Park Racetrack administration and enjoyed the many courtesies available to them. The New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority purchased Monmouth Park in 1986 and continued to support the activities of the Fund. Today, Monmouth Park Racetrack is managed by the New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NJTHA) and the organization continues the tradition of honoring the work of the MPCF.

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Back to School: A New Beginning

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hether in person, online, or a combination of both, school will be starting next month and students and parents need to be ready. It has been an exceptionally long break from in-person learning, with schools having closed their doors long before June. The transition to online and at-home classrooms had peaks and valleys for many, but for all but the normally home-schooled, it was an entirely new experience. Starting class again this September may bring more challenges for kids than in years past. Students might find it more difficult to fall back into a routine, especially if part of their new routine is still at home. Many school psychologists are recommending acknowledging the new normal, but making things as ‘normal’ or as close to years past as possible.

Here are some tips to help: 1. Purchase School Supplies Early.

Make a special trip, with your student, and purchase the standard necessities for school.

Doing this in August will mentally help to prepare the kids that school is on the horizon.

2. Plan a Wardrobe for School. With so many activities and events being cancelled, clothes shopping has become unnecessary for many. In early August set aside some

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time to go through your child’s wardrobe together and start planning what he or she will need for September. Be as excited as possible to enjoy a day of school clothes shopping together.

3. Have a Planning Session Disguised in Fun. Mid-to-late August sit with your children individually and then as a group and make a plan for success. Go over possible contingencies with how their learning may take place in September and beyond.

What worked before the pandemic, and what needed improvement? What worked during at-home learning, and what was the most challenging? Always remain positive and uplifting and encourage your children, regardless of age, that this year in school will be a great one. The group planning session could include a family dinner of favorite foods and a special Back to School dessert treat. Make the upcoming school year something to be celebrated.

4. Dedicate Space. Before school begins, designate a space where learning will take place at home. That may mean homework after school, or at-home learning time, but either way it needs to be a quiet place with few distractions. Get the kids involved by allowing them to decorate the space with uplifting and encouraging items.

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sayings is something you can create together. Set goals for the upcoming school year.

5. Food, Exercise, and Sleep. At least two weeks before school begins parents should start helping their children get back on a healthy routine. Because schedules were thrown so far off with the pandemic, it will be more challenging than ever for both students and their parents to adjust to early hours. Expect setbacks and anticipate more emotions than usual.

6. Look Forward. As adults, this has been a year of uncertainty and anxiety. Children and young-adults pick-up on the stress of the adults in their lives and often internalize it into fears. Now is the perfect time to plan something fun or exciting, whether it’s a holiday trip, a special purchase, or a new family project. Choose something that is important to the child or children in your family, and make sure it requires their input. Use this to talk about their schedule and fit in this new activity around school and homework.

If the child has an interest in food, take an online cooking class together and plan food gifts for the holidays. If travel is what makes your family smile, make a plan for a trip next spring break or during the summer. Be creative and get your family thinking long-term and in a positive space.

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CBA Holds Outdoor Commencement for the Class of 2020 The 58th graduating class of Christian Brothers Academy is truly one for the history books. The Class of 2020 will not only be remembered for its outstanding academic, athletic, service, and extracurricular achievements, but also for its resilience, fortitude and unity to weather circumstances outside of its control.

The 203 graduates gathered for Commencement in July, receiving the CBA diplomas they have been working toward for the past four years. Each graduate was allotted two tickets for family members to attend, while the CBA Digital Network offered a live broadcast of the ceremony to the rest of the community.

Brother Frank and Principal Ross Fales conferred the diplomas to the newest CBA Alumni, albeit with elbow bumps rather than handshakes. Despite the continuing global pandemic, the CBA Class of 2020 continues to be celebrated for its achievements. Seniors report receiving more than $22 million in merit-based scholarships to 175 different colleges and universities.

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Holmdel Teen Gives Back to Local Community

OUR TRADITION, YOUR JOURNEY Holmdel High School Junior Joey Hammer enjoys being a member of both the varsity lacrosse and football teams, but his favorite hobby is giving back. Despite his busy schedule, in his free time Hammer enjoys volunteering at various local charitable organizations and recently organized a food drive for the Church of St. Catharine’s in Holmdel.

“I love to volunteer with the Church of St. Catharine’s Youth Group in Holmdel, where I serve on the board,” said Hammer. “During the pandemic, it even became more difficult for those who are less fortunate. I asked our youth group leader if we could help St. Vincent De Paul with their food collections, and she supported the idea. It became a real community effort with our entire youth group, neighbors, family and friends, including the Cedar Village neighborhood. We collected enough food to feed 55 families, and we also received over $1,400 in donations. That money, along with 2 minivans of food was able to fill St. Vincent De Paul’s entire pantry, that had been depleted due to the extra demand during COVID-19. The generosity of our local community to help those in need was amazing.”

Hammer personally delivered 165 letters requesting food donations and received multiple thank you notes from local seniors who were happy to participate in the food collection. Hammer also volunteers at the local soup kitchen in Keyport, with his grandmother Fran Manning, and other Church of Saint Catharine families.

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Laura Ciccone, Educational Advisor and visit their top colleges two to three times. For students, it is how many colleges are actually out there. I spend many months with my students helping them find which of the 4000 colleges are a good fit for them.

CM: What is the benefit of working with Class 101 during the college planning process?

LC: For 23 years, Class 101 has been providing personalized, 1:1 services to help students and families navigate everything from identifying a college major to developing a college list to the presentation of their college applications. Our expertise and passion have helped more than 6,500 students attend over 400 colleges and universities, and earn more than $482 million in scholarships!! We are here to manage and guide you through the process, so your family can spend time together on what really matters.

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LC: Ideally freshman year. I know, kids are just learning how high school works! But your college application is a summary of ALL your high school years, not just junior

By LiliAnn Paras | Photo: Cathy Padilla year. Freshman and sophomore years are all about laying Laura Ciccone lives in Lincroft with her husband, Lou, the foundation. I frequently get calls from juniors in January, daughters Brianna and Chloe,and their Chocolate Havanese, asking what they need to be doing before applications open Wrigley. After twenty years in the corporate world, Laura in August. It is hard to go back in time to create a good leveraged her teaching and mentoring skills to open Class foundation.

101 Monmouth County in Hazlet to help families and students navigate the college admissions process. Laura is pas- CM: With the current pandemic, how has college planning sionate about helping high school students find their future, changed? and shared information and tips about college planning and LC: Unfortunately, the Class of 2020 is taking the brunt of applications. pandemic impact. We are seeing many recent graduates decide to attend college closer to home, either community CM: How does Class 101 help students and families? colleges or state schools, than originally planned. For the Laura Ciccone (LC): Simple – we make college planning Class of 2021 and those thereafter, not much has changed simple! We are the first comprehensive college planner in – we continue to help them find the right college fit – acaour region.The admission process has become so complex it demically, personally and financially. is hard to know WHERE and WHEN to start. As a mom to a high school-aged child, I know how time consuming and CM: Favorite quote? frustrating the process can be. As parents, we do not want LC: “Do something today your future self will thank you for.” to be nagging our kids for three to four years to keep on top of planning for college. At Class 101, we work with students CM: What one tip should readers remember about the col1:1 to connect all the dots and make the process enjoyable lege application process? for families – no nagging involved!

LC: Early engagement in the process is a game changer!

When it comes to maximizing college and scholarship opCM: What are students/parents most surprised to learn portunities, the earlier the better. about the college admission process?

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Holmdel Board of Education Announces Plans to Mitigate Risks in Preparation for Reopening

The district will be updating various policies and procedures, and has made preparations to cover considerations including, but not limited to scheduling, athletics, and food services at each school. The primary measures being addressed at this time include: Holmdel Township Board of Education has partnered with Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc., Greyhawk Construction Management and Consulting, and Schiller and Hersh Associates, Inc., to conduct a district wide re-occupancy assessment in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and reopening of the schools in September.

“We are proud to support the Holmdel Township Schools in their facility assessment,” said Steve Siegel, Principal at Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc. “They have been very forward-thinking in implementing new strategies, policies and procedures to provide a safer education to our community.”

Updates regarding the reopening plans will be provided to the Board at upcoming public meetings in August. The Board will schedule a special meeting to approve the reopening plan for submission to the State on August 12, 2020.

Throughout the duration of a four-week period, district administration and its consulting team, visited Holmdel High School, W. R. Satz Middle School, Indian Hill Elementary School, Village Elementary School, and the Holmdel Township Board of Education offices to assess the facilities, and develop an outline of strategies for the process of re-occupying the facilities while maintaining the health, safety and welfare of the students, staff, and general public.

These strategies include physical measures as well as policies and procedures which were developed under the regulations of the New Jersey State Governor’s Office Executive Orders, the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and the New Jersey Department of Education’s Restart and Recovery Plan for Education.

• Implementing UV-C lighting for disinfecting after hours • Installing bipolarionization filtration units in HVAC systems • Installing site signage and parking limitations • Installing signage at school entries • Installing thermal temperature detection devices at entries • Installing physical barriers (such as sneeze guards) at vestibules, in main offices and in nurse offices • Installing antimicrobial coatings on commonly used surfaces, such as doorknobs, push bars, railings, bathroom fixtures and playground equipment • Installing directional decals on floors to separate hallways and indicate directions of travel for students, teachers, and visitors • Installing hand sanitizer dispensers in each classroom and key locations • Adjusting the spacing of classroom and nurse office furniture for physical distancing • Maintaining new, enhanced cleaning procedures • Installing urinal partitions in men’s and boy’s restrooms • Installing automatic paper towel and soap dispensers • Providing the necessary and appropriate PPE • Retro commissioning the District HVAC systems

“We’re doing everything we can to ensure the safety of our students, faculty and staff,” says Dr. Lee Seitz, Interim Superintendent of Schools. “It is our hope that the strategies we’re taking will reduce the risks of exposure and transmission of COVID-19. The district will continue to provide updates and information as they become available.”

CILU Hosts Webinar with School Superintendent Join Citizens for Informed Land Use (CILU) and Holmdel’s Interim Superintendent Dr. LeRoy Seitz for Back to School, a virtual presentation, on August 17 at 7:30 pm.

Dr. Seitz will discuss the status of the Township’s COVID-related procedures for school reopening. You can reserve your spot by contacting Karen at karsyv356@ gmail.com, you will receive a link to register for the webinar.

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Saint Leo the Great School Named National School of Character

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Saint Leo the Great School is proud to announce that in addition to its recent recognition as a New Jersey State School of Character, it has received additional recognition as 2020 National School of Character. Saint Leo’s is the first Catholic school in the Diocese of Trenton to be designated as such and one of only 84 schools throughout the country to earn the distinction.

Every year Character.org, a national advocate for character education, certifies schools and districts at the national level that show a dedicated focus on character development. These schools serve as an exemplary model for all schools across the United States. National Schools of Character have had to demonstrate this commitment through a rigorous evaluation and application process showing the impact of programming and curriculum on school climate.

Saint Leo the Great’s character education programming utilizes leadership opportunities, community, and service learning, and is based on the principles of the Gospel. In a dedicated collaboration with school families, parish, and the community, Saint Leo’s was commended for its proven history of character development.

“I am incredibly proud and honored to be a part of a school community that is committed to character education that positively impacts our students to be ethical and compassionate citizens,” said Cornelius Begley, Principal.

“At Saint Leo’s, we believe in the importance of character education and committed to continued spiritual, academic, and personal growth of our students. Now, more than ever, it is our responsibility as educators to provide meaningful and impactful character education to our students.”

Above: Students of Saint Leo the Great School in front of the Character Word of the Week. Front row, left to right: Vincenzo Caruso, Colts Neck; Tyler Wiessel, Middletown; Leo Feuer, Colts Neck; Sydney Connor, Colts Neck; Bianca Farro, Middletown. Back row, left to right: Mark Giacona, Tinton Falls; Katelyn Hanlon; Ava Biemuller, Howell; Nathan Galinski, Red Bank

McLaughlin Named Chair at Mater Dei Kathryn A. McLaughlin has been named the new Chair to the Board of Trustees at Mater Dei Prep. A 1972 graduate, and one of the founding Trustees at the school during its 2015 transition to an independent Catholic school, she is also a member of its Hall of Fame and a 2020 Seraph Strong Gala Honoree. McLaughlin is a practicing attorney at her own firm and formed the Women’s Leadership Initiative at Mater Dei to support and promote young women in academics and athletics. McLaughlin succeeds Dr. Simon Bosco as Chair.

O’Brien Named Coordinator of the Center for Achievement Mater Dei Prep has named Catherine O’Brien as the new Coordinator of the Center for Achievement (CFA). The CFA was established and introduced to the Mater Dei community in 2010 as a resource to address the unique learning abilities of each member of its student body. The CFA operates in conjunction with the Monmouth Ocean Educational Services Commission. O’Brien is a current English teacher at the school and brings 15 years of experience in the field of education to the position.

SPREAD YOUR WINGS MATER DEI PREP continues to soar despite the challenges presented by COVID-19. We are moving into the Fall of 2020 focused on continuing to deliver our individualized programs with small class sizes.

Our committed faculty and staff ensure all our students are engaged in the full high school experience. We provide a safe, independent Catholic school learning environment that nurtures while challenging all our students to reach their full academic potential.

MATER DEI PREP students seamlessly adapted to our exceptional Virtual Learning Program during COVID-19. We provided live Zoom classes four days a week from 8am2:30pm with one-on-one sessions with faculty on Fridays.

MATER DEI PREP students maintained honors or high honors during quarantine and all students received full credit and completed their planned curriculum uninterrupted.

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It’ s summertime at the Jersey Shore and while we are still in very unprecedented times, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the warm weather, family and friends. In Holmdel, we are continuing to develop new ways for our residents and visitors to enjoy the summer months while remaining safe and healthy. Summer 2020 is certainly different, but by coming together and being responsible it can still be a fun and fulfilling season.

I am proud to report that Township parks have remained open throughout the pandemic. It was wonderful to see so many people utilizing the fantastic open space that we have in town. Our playgrounds and basketball courts are also now open for use. By the time you read this, the newly turfed Upper Field at Phillips should be playable.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of our Recreation staff, on July 3rd the Holmdel Swim Club opened for the 47th year in a row. Families from throughout the region are enjoying this beautiful facility. Shortly, Bell Works will be offering Drive-In Movies and I look forward to enjoying them with my family and hope you will too.

I want to sincerely thank you all for supporting our community and Holmdel’s small businesses. Doing so has really helped make sure the town of Holmdel has stayed as strong as ever. I encourage you to continue to shop local and use local services to keep our town vibrant in the future.

As we approach our new normal and begin to live our lives with fewer restrictions, it is pertinent that we remember to still adhere to the protocols in place so we can make sure that we remain on the path of continued recovery.

Remembering to wear a mask and keeping a good social distance while out and about are just as important now as they were when this all started. For the latest information on what is happening with COVID-19 and the State’s reopening plans, make sure you visit the alert center on our Township homepage, HolmdelTownship.com.

Stay safe, stay healthy and enjoy the summer!

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Oak Hill Academy is Prepared for Students in September

As school systems continue to deliberate how best to proceed regarding COVID-19, Oak Hill Academy has returned to its core principle of “reimagining the future” in envisioning its plan for the coming academic year. The private, co-educational school in Lincroft emphasizes a personalized approach to education, where the learning environment reflects each student’s individual needs. As such, it is prepared to offer in-person classes for grades pre-kindergarten through eight, five days a week, starting in September. In addition, Oak Hill will be providing a new online option which allows students to live stream all of their regular classes. This alternative should provide its families with more flexibility in managing their child’s education.

During the summer, OHA invested in a new technology to enable students to securely access a live stream of classes using a dedicated video-conferencing network. This technology, called Swivl, is used in tandem with Zoom to allow students full participation from home.

Swivl involves a tripod and a built-in microphone tracking the teacher as they move about the classroom. This allows students to take part remotely – writing can be submitted, assessments can be administered, and resources can be provided in real-time. In fact, a student’s image and voice can be displayed in the room alongside classmates for group projects and presentations.

Whether students will be at home using Swivl or socially distanced on its campus, Oak Hill Academy plans to expand other technologies for its students as well. All students in grades three through eight will be issued their own Chromebook for a one-to-one program, giving them consistent, safe access to many new educational features. Moreover, additional customized, subscription-based services will be in place to allow for adaptive learning modules created by Oak Hill faculty.

With the start of the academic year quickly approaching, faculty at Oak Hill become more and more eager to welcome students back, both in classrooms and from home. In the coming weeks, the school will make its final adjustments on how best to implement these new technologies and additional safety measures. As it does, Oak Hill Academy remains committed to its mission of providing a personalized approach to learning for every student.

To learn more about admissions at Oak Hill Academy, contact Christina Larkins, Director of Admissions & Development, at admissions@oakhillacademy.com or visit OakHillAcademy.com.

Monmouth County to Host Virtual Senior Art Show

The Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, in collaboration with the Monmouth County Office on Aging, Library System and Monmouth Arts, will present the 2020 Senior Art Show, which will be hosted by the Monmouth Arts Digital Gallery in a virtual format.

“The Senior Art Show is always an enjoyable event that we do not want to delay due to unpredicted circumstances,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, liaison to the Monmouth County Library System.

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the awards will be livestreamed on the Monmouth County Library website and the Monmouth Arts Facebook page on Wednesday, August 12 at noon.”

Monmouth Arts will produce a short digital video, which will highlight the 2020 winner of the show. The first-place winners of the Monmouth County exhibit will advance to the State Senior Art Show.

For more information about the 2020 Senior Art Show, Office on Aging and the Library System, go to VisitMonmouth.com.

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By Susan Murphy The daily burdens thrust upon families who are battling pediatric cancer are many, and the Ashley Lauren Foundation (ALF) is an independent, New Jersey-based non-profit organization that depends on the support of the community to address those needs. This is its mission, and it is one that Monica Vermeulen, Founder and CEO of ALF, aims to fulfill regularly. Even though the pandemic has caused all fundraising events to be cancelled, ALF is finding new ways to bring in funding. But they could really use support from the community, and there are two very specific ways you can help – buying raffle tickets and/or a box from Delicious Orchards.

Chip Cookies, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, and of course a dozen of our Famous Apple Cider Donuts. Send to your Family, Friends, and Clients and help support this wonderful organization. You can place your order by visiting deliciousorchardsnjonline.com.”

Bakery Box 50/50 Raffle Here’s a great chance to win some money and do some good. Tickets are now available for a 50/50 raffle that will be drawn on September 30 in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Tickets are $25 each, and they will be selling up to 1200 tickets. One half of the proceeds of the 50/50 Raffle to winners will be divided as follows: first place - 80%; second place - 10%; and third Place - 10%.

Need to send a gift? Enjoy delicious treats? You can do both and help the kids. Delicious Orchards of Colts Neck is partnering with ALF. Vice President Chris McDonald explained, “Delicious Orchards is excited to team up with the Ashley Lauren Foundation to help raise funds during these difficult times. Due to several events having to be rescheduled or canceled we came up with a way to safely raise funds for a tremendous organization. We have created a Special Ashley Lauren Bakery Box that will be sold online only. For every box that is sold $20 will be donated to the Ashley Lauren Foundation! This box will be available for a limited time, so please place your order today. This sweet Bakery Box contains a Delicious Orchards Brownie, Apple Crumb Cake, Chocolate

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“The Ashley Lauren Foundation has been continually assisting children and their families throughout these very difficult times,” shared Vermeulen. “We have been receiving many new referrals on a weekly basis in addition to the many, many families we have already been helping. These children are fighting for their lives and need as much help as possible. Just because we have a pandemic, the cancer that each child has does not stop! In fact, it makes life more challenging for these families because many of the parents are now out of work and their bills are piling up, rents, mortgages, and utilities cannot be paid, food is needed, travel expenses back and forth to hospitals are needed and so much more. It doubles and triples the adversity that they are going through. These are the practical needs, but these children, in addition to suffering from this disease, are confused about what is going on. They need your help.”

In addition to paying bills for the families, ALF makes sure they are still bringing smiles to the children, which is so desperately needed. They deliver toys, send birthday gifts, plan birthday drive-bys, and anything else that can be done to bring some sense of happiness and normalcy.

For more information, please visit AshleyLaurenFoundation.org, or call 732.414.1625, or to donate directly you can now Venmo your donation to account @ TheAshleyLaurenFoundation.

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The Arc of Monmouth Recieves Winner’s Circle Society Grant

Left to right: In attendance at the check presentation: Kevin Leahy; MPCF President Maureen Lloyd; Linda Sirico; Co-Chair of Winner’s Circle Society Sandy Mullaney; MPCF Vice President Maria Farhat Tanzola; Executive Director of The Arc of Monmouth Robert Angel; Director of Adult Services of The Arc of Monmouth Leslie Kelly; Co-Chair of Winner’s Circle Society Anita Roselle; Senior Director of Health Services of The Arc of Monmouth Kristen Creed; Deborah DiLeo Zaborowski; Debi Heptig; and Robin Klein.

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The Arc of Monmouth was awarded the inaugural Transformational Grant by the Winner’s Circle Society of the Monmouth Park Charity Fund. This $13,750 grant will purchase sensory room equipment to benefit 125-150 adults with autism, Down syndrome, or other intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) served by The Arc of Monmouth.

The Arc of Monmouth will install the sensory room in the Green Grove Achievement Center, which specializes in caring for adults dually diagnosed with both a developmental disability and a mental health diagnosis.

The sensory room will be accessible to all five of The Arc of Monmouth’s day programs and incorporated into daytime schedules.

Thanks to the Winner’s Circle Society grant funding, the sensory room will be filled with special equipment to engage the senses, such as aromatherapy diffusers, fiber optics and lighted features, tactile walls, and a sound system. Many adults with I/DD have difficulty processing sensory input, which can lead to feeling overwhelmed, inattention, and anxiety. Sensory rooms have demonstrated various benefits for people with I/ DD including improved attention span, decreased stress and anxiety, increased communication, and learning to process sensory input and adapt to changing environments.

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Axelrod PAC Launches Virtual Summer Concert Series The Axelrod Performing Arts Center (APAC) introduced the Anne & Sheldon Vogel Virtual Concert Series, Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm, that began on July 16, streaming on Facebook Live. Co-produced by Remember Jones and Andrew DePrisco, this summer series includes a lineup of Broadway stars, American Idol alumni, and up-and-coming young artists.

As APAC continues to bring the arts into our community’s homes, this virtual concert series is free to the public. With a team of professional sound and video technicians, these concerts are performed and livestreamed from the theater. Donations will be accepted to help support the theater and compensate the singers, musicians, and technicians who make these livestreams possible. APAC is also raising funds for two community-outreach organizations, the Loveland Foundation and Encircle.

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homage to Black chanteuse and civil rights activist Nina Simone with a new show, To Be Free: The Sound of Nina Simone, featuring Amma Osei (Broadway’s Rock of Ages), Fredi Walker-Browne (Broadway’s Rent), and recording artist JaQuita May with special guests.

On August 20, APAC presents New York singersongwriter Joey Contreras, whose first album Love Me, Love Me Not featured multiple Broadway singers and earned him international attention. He is the composer of two-stage musicals and a Disney short film. Contreras will be performing his songs alongside Brian Russell Carey and Mia Gerachis.

Remember Jones returns on August 27 for a new installment of his popular virtual show Cocktail Hour, which will feature several special guests from the local music scene.

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