b'says.Andwithasense ofempowerment,theyThe Jennifer McManus Team knew they were in control.Has BeenThats rare for kids.Now,withtherecentSETTING RECORDS. grandopeningofMWS Studios(Maplewood-shop Studios) at The Lit- LET UStleShopsinMontclairsGET YOULackawanna Plaza, Maple- MOVING.At a recent class children made a plinko game.woodshophasexpanded Here they color the wood they cut. Photo by Carlos Sanchez. its mission to reach more people.Whilewerefo- SOLD!programsaresafeandadaptable.cusedonofferingengaging,skill-Kits include visual cue cards, safetybuildingworkshopsforkids,well134 Ward Pl, South Orange posters, prompts for emotional intel- also be hosting community classes,SP: $1,410,000ligence and online training for teach- pop-upeventsandcreativeexperi- RECORD FOR STREET!ers, instructors and camp counselors. ences for all ages, says Schloff. SOLD!Hishands-onportableprogram10-12 Oberlin St, Maplewoodhassparkedstudentengagement,SP: $1,305,000making math practical and openingRECORD FOR STREET!doorstoreal-worldcareerexplora-tion.Teachersreportseeingstu- SOLD!dents light up, especially those who44 S. Pierson Rd, Maplewoodstruggle in traditional settings, Schl- List Price: $770,000 to SP: $1,144,943 off says. You give them a tool and49% Over LP! they find their calm. They focus, theyRECORD FOR STREET!help each other, they feel useful and they feel like they belong. SOLD!Maplewoodshopsheadquarters28 Park Ave, Maplewoodis in East Orange, where Schloff andSP: $952,000his small but mighty team build each kit by hand. Theyve transformed theThis boy at Banyan School in Little Falls learns how to measure the wood for hisSOLD!processfromtowering8-footcabi- project. 42 Orchard Rd, Maplewood netstokid-friendlymobilechestsSP: $860,000that can roll into classrooms and beThis past summer the South Or-tucked away. ange-Maplewood school district pi-Reisman has witnessed the evolu- loted a Maplewoodshop program. ItSOLD!tionofMaplewoodshopfirsthand.garnered such high student interest162 Forest Hill Rd, West OrangeMike has made it more user-friend- thatColumbiaHighSchoolfresh- SP: $930,000ly, she says. Now its something amen will be able to take a full-year teachercanrunconfidently,evenwoodworking course in partnershipSOLD!without a shop background. withMaplewoodshopstartingthis942 Stillwater Rd, Stillwater In2024,Reismanreconnectedfall.ServingasthefoundationofSP: $760,000(Represented buyers)withtheprogramthroughasum- its STEM program, the course will mer school offering, where 12 eagerguide students in the design of sev-middleschoolersenrolled.Theyeralprojects,includingbirdhouses,Read what these clients say about Jen:justwantedtokeepbuilding,shekeepsake boxes and cars. It was truly a pleasure working with JenniferJenwasincrediblyresponsive,answering ForReisman,itsbeenremark- fromthebeginningoftheinitialconsulta- texts at all times of the day and also hands-on able to witness the journey. Its liketion to the completion of the sale. Jennifers(literallyhelping us move furniture on the expertise: Knowledgeable about market condi- fly!), while always keeping her eye on the big watchingyourkidgrowup.Miketions, buyer needs, and marketing strategy. Herpicture. Jen is a savvy strategist with a deep hasbuiltsomethingmeaningful,professionalism:Accessible,dedicated,andunderstanding of our local market, and she something that matters.committed to a successful outcome. helped us land the best sale we could. Amy Lynn-Cramer is a health & life-Seller of 44 S. Pierson Rd -Seller of 10-12 Oberlin Stcoach. After writing this article, she andThe Jennifer McManus Team her family are going to check out Mikes#1 Small TeamA high schooler at Camdens Promisenew studio in Montclair and partici- (917) 837-2192 Charter School puts his problem-solvingpate in one of his workshops.jennifer.mcmanus@cbmoves.comskills to use.feature story /15'