46 / matters magazine / fall 2026 SCHOOL/CONTACT ABOUT THE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATES Montclair Cooperative School Ages 2½-Grade 8 65 Chestnut Street, Montclair Emily Kohan, Director of Enrollment Management 973-783-4955 montclaircoop.org Montclair Cooperative School keeps children at the center of school life and engages parents in their children’s education. At the heart of its progressive approach is the belief that children thrive in an environment that honors individuality and community, self and others. The unique value of our school lies in the partnership between students, families and teachers, contributing to the life of the school in ways that benefit all who enter. Open House & Playdate Saturdays: September 26 and October 17, 9:30 a.m.; November 14, 11 a.m. Please use the QR code in our ad to RSVP. Montclair Film Grades 4-adult 505 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair Ryan Moore, Director of Film Academy and Curriculum education@montclairfilm.org montclairfilm.org Montclair Film offers exciting classes for ’tweens, teens and adults in screenwriting, narrative and documentary filmmaking, stop motion animation, directing, improv, voice acting, stand-up comedy, storytelling and so much more. Have fun and learn new skills in our creative hands-on workshops. Please visit our website for programming details. Morrow Memorial Preschool Ages 2½-5 years 600 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood Margaret Gray, Director 973-763-5460 director@morrowpreschool.org; morrowpreschool.org Morrow is a co-operative preschool with a creative, play-based curriculum that encourages exploration and growth. It offers a happy, safe and nurturing environment that is grounded in the core values of love, patience, kindness, curiosity and self-esteem. As a result, children build the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Co-op, partial co-op and non co-op classes are available for 2½ to 4-year-olds, along with a non co-op KinderBridge program for older 4-year-olds and younger 5-year-olds. February 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Seton Hall University Undergraduate and graduate 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange 973-761-9000 shu.edu One of the leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall’s main campus is located on 58 park-like acres in South Orange. The Hall is home to 10,000 students, offering more than 90 undergraduate and over 110 graduate programs. It has been singled out for distinction by the Princeton Review, US News & World Report and Bloomberg BusinessWeek. Graduate Open House: October 14, 6 p.m.; Undergraduate Open House: October 18 South Mountain Film Academy Grades 4-8 Prospect Church 646 Prospect Street, Maplewood Chris Cassidy, Cinematographer/Director 516-455-1617 southmountainfilm.org South Mountain Film Academy gives kids a hands-on introduction to the world of filmmaking. Students learn camera skills, storytelling, directing, acting, lighting, producing and editing while taking on different roles to create their own short film. It’s a fun, collaborative experience that builds creativity, confidence, communication and teamwork. Check website for more details. South Mountain YMCA Infants-teens 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood Eric Stoddard, Associate Executive 973-762-4145 estoddard@metroymcas.org The South Mountain YMCA is where kids, families and our community come to learn, play and thrive. From childcare, camps and after- school adventures to sports, performing arts and teen leadership, there’s something for every age. We believe in building friendships, confidence and a stronger community. Financial assistance is available, and no one is turned away due to an inability to pay. Tours available upon request. Open House Guide 2026 (cont'd)
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