My School is closing!!…read morehttp://www.northjersey.com/education/educationnews/Hackensack_Catholic_school_to_close.html Hackensack Catholic school to close Wednesday, February 18, 2009 BY JOHN CHADWICK NorthJersey.com STAFF WRITERS A Catholic elementary school in Hackensack will close in June because of declining enrollment, the Newark Archdiocese said today. Holy Trinity School, on Maple Avenue, has experienced about a 24 percent decline in students since 2000 and currently has an enrollment of 183, said Jim Goodness, a spokesman for the archdiocese. Church officials plan to merge Holy Trinity with St. Francis School, a parish school on South Main Street that also has suffered enrollment loss and is down to about 118 students. The archdiocese decided that St. Francis School would be the one to stay open because it has received extensive renovations in recent years. The school is under a flight path for Teterboro Airport and received government grants for soundproofing, Goodness said. "To try and level off the costs of providing education and stabilizing enrollment, which has fallen at both schools, the natural solution is that the parishes should combine their schools into one," Goodness said, adding that such issues as transportation and staffing were still being worked out. Holy Trinity is the sixth parish school that the archdiocese plans to close this year and the only one in Bergen County. The other schools are in Hudson, Essex and Union counties. Goodness said that schools with declining enrollments typically turn to the parish for financial assistance. But with parishes also struggling with changing demographics and increased costs, their ability to support schools is limited. "It is reaching the point in some parishes where they cannot support the school in the way they might have in the past," Goodness said. The pastor at Holy Trinity said the parish was contributing about $150,000 to $200,000 to the school, but the enrollment was still falling. The tuition is about $3,200 a year for parish families. **************************** How could I *not* give my Elementary school five stars? (Especially if it's Religious!) No, seriously. All kidding aside, this was a Catholic K-8 school, complete with boys and girls in plaid uniforms, nuns in habits, and daily assembly outside in the parking lot (YES, even in the SNOW) to 'line up' and take attendance. Though I was never baptised and never raised Catholic, I thought this was a great place. The teachers and sisters at this place ran a TIGHT ship. You wouldn't ever THINK of smack talking, much less bring stuff to school that didn't belong. The fear of the cruxifix at the front of each classroom was enough to set you straight, regardless of your religion. Looking back, for a faculty of ALL women, these ladies knew what they were doing- they did NOT take crap from us kids! AND, I even learned a few things, science and math, and they even had art and music class. Gym in those uniforms was pretty uncomfortable, though I was only there from 3rd through 5th grade ... and THEN I went to public school in Southern California! Oh, the horror!

I also attended Holy Trinity (K - 7th) from 1959 - 1966. Am…read moresorry to hear of its closing. It played an important part in my life.

My daughter went here for camp one year. She wanted to go so much cause of very good…read morerecommendations from her classmates. We enrolled her. The owners were very rude, but the teacher who gave us a tour was nice. Long story short, this was 3 years ago and every time we drive by this school, my daughter comments on how much she felt lonely when she was left alone crying inside, while the adults told each other to let her cry, how she was pushed to eat something she didn't want to and.how rude and irresponsible the staff was. If you don't mind your kids to be treated this way, go ahead, enroll them here. You were warned!

I cannot recommend nursery rhymes enough! Our child has spent the last two years here in Pre-K 3…read moreand Pre-K 4 and I cannot praise them enough! Our family has had an incredible experience here. Miss Dana and Miss Crystal began our child's first school experience in Pre-K 3 and all he experienced and learned was beyond our wildest expectations. This year in Pre-K 4 with Miss Lindsay and Miss Christie instilled an incredible amount of knowledge into our child and assisted him to flourish into a confident, bright little boy! He learned to write his first and last name, his colors, shapes, numbers, letters, letter sounds and so much more! He can even sound out words! This year he also learned French and can recite colors, numbers and salutations with thanks to Miss Hinda and sign language with thanks to Miss Dana. Miss Debbie and Miss Danielle run an exceptional school and we are so honored to have been apart of it! Other than academics and learn through play, the children also got to experience week of the child which included bounce houses, pony rides and a carnival! The graduation was also anything beyond we could have ever imagined. From the performances, songs, decorations and the after ceremony celebrations was incredible. There are no words to express how thankful we are for Nursery Rhymes and how difficult this "see you later" is for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for loving our child and being the best "second moms" we could have ever wished for!

Hi my name is Juan and I am interested in appling and work here.I have plenty of years in this…read morefield of childcare from my years volunteering at my church and the years in the Paramus school system.i live in Garfield so I can come at 8am-3 or even 6pm for example.i would like to come one day this week in the morning and apply.You can reach me at 973-546-4629 and I speak fluent Spanish,hope to hear from you,director.

Such a loving, upbeat staff! It's exactly where any parent would want their child to attend. I…read morecannot express how good it feels to see my granddaughter so happy to attend. She looks forward to going. The children's days are jam-packed with activities. The staff's attentiveness goes a long way. I can see the manners our toddler is developing. She is sweet, loving and caring with her little friends--and even with her toys. We highly recommend!

Teachers yell on kids. They watch TV every day at this place. Their craft is done by teachers. They…read moredon't let kids to do it. Bunch of Ka rens.

My oldest and my youngest daughter are both going in this school so far I am so happy that they…read moreare in this school I Iike the program teacher are great the best school

The worst place ever. They do not care about the children. The lady at the desk is the rudest…read moreperson I have ever spoken to. My daughter did not like the school at all but I thought it will be a great alternative to the public school but boy was I wrong.

I'm really surprised by the review about the Seedlings Classroom below. My son just started in the…read moreSeedlings Classroom this year and so far our experience has been wonderful. There was a simple miscommunication when it came to his diapers (super minor) and the teacher rectified it right away and contacted me to clarify/discuss. The teacher and/or school are always reaching out, even for something simple, to keep me and my husband apprised and informed. We appreciate this so much and truly find it to be a reflection of those they hire to nurture and educate the children. We find their COVID protocols very well followed, and we're not nervous sending our son here a few days a week. The staff, teachers and administration always greet us at pick up/drop off and make us feel like our sons going to a special place and loved. In reference to the other comment on curriculum, they're under 2 years. They are just getting acclimated to going to school, let alone the ability to do a true art masterpiece. I think that's a bit unrealistic when it comes to an expectation of artistic ability at that age. Our son has come home with some really great art projects and we're really happy with his progress being he's not even 18 months old. He's learning so much already and we're grateful. Overall, we're very happy with Ridgewood Montessori and will continue to send our son for years to come (as long as everything stays as great as it's been!). In addition, once our daughter is age appropriate we would love to continue the legacy with her attendance as well. Thanks RW for a great experience and for showing our son love, attention, and teaching him every week. We're proud to be part of this school!

My son has been at Ridgewood Montessori School since 2018. He began in 3rd grade and is now in 6th…read moreand I can't say enough positive things about the personalized education he is receiving. From the incredible teacher to student ratio, personal education plan for each child, and all students in the elementary school even learn a real instrument (mine is learning guitar) ... the list goes on and on. I have even been impressed by the amazing handling of the past 2 years of Covid protocol.... All impressive!! I personally feel that these children have had the most "normal" school experience possible during the past two years giving them support and consistency that children need. Teachers are very responsive to emails and always make themselves available both before and after school for any concerns both in person and via zoom. Administration knows all the children by name and engages with them regularly. We came from another private school where our experience was disheartening and are so happy to have found our Ridgewood Montessori School Family!

My son can't be any luckier to have such great teachers...hard working, dedicated, intelligent and…read moreprofessional. He has been a student since first grade. Mrs. Kittaneh was his first grade teacher and as a new parent, I thought first grade would be overwhelming and challenging for him and even for me...but thanks to Mrs. Kittaneh, first grade was a good year. On second grade, we met Mrs. DiScola...my son and I adored her since the first day of school. She always cared for her students, they always had fun with her, she always has a smile in her face and it's obvious that she loves what she does! Therefore, second grade was also a very fun and productive year for him!!! =0) He is now on his third grade, Ms Dunn has been very caring, understanding and makes everything much easier to comprehend for both, her students and us (parents). Can't finish THANKING Gantner Avenue School Teachers, Mrs. Jackter & team for all the love, care and support towards all the students!!! Hope to continue seeing all of you for a couple of years ;)

This was the church my mom went to while she was alive. She just passed away a week ago tomorrow…read more The church community has been supporting and loving and showed great care. My brother and I are grateful to have this gem near my parents home. It is a lovely and welcoming place. I visit from California and would recommend this church to all believers as the masses are well conducted, intimate and the singer has quite the voice.. It is where I go when I visit my brother and father. Thank you so much for your love and care.