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Monmouth Film Festival Redefines the Festival Experience this August As film and theater folk like to say, the show MUST go on, and this August it WILL! The Monmouth Film Festival (MFF), New Jersey’s renowned and critically acclaimed international film event is known for showcasing the finest independent films from all regions of the globe.

Additionally, the Festival has spotlighted celebrities including Kevin Smith, Sinbad, Michael Cera, Micahel Kelly, Sandra Oh, amongst others, as well as presented and hosted exclusive panels with leading industry professionals from top networks including Viacom, Disney/ABC, Hulu, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Blue Sky Studios, and others.

Due to Covid-19 regulations, the Monmouth Film Festival has expressed sincere regrets that the traditional theatrical experience they have utilized since 2016 (at the Two River Theater in Red Bank) will not be possible this year.

However, it has given them the opportunity to branch out and stream the sights and sounds of these incredible films right into your homes and hands. This new and exciting format will allow for the HD high-resolution streaming of ALL this year’s movies and at no cost to the public.

“We are proud of our roots as an integral non-profit arts organization here in Monmouth County, New Jersey. New Jersey, as many across the country have learned, has gotten hit hard over the past months from Covid-19, it’s been

equally as heartbreaking as it has been devastating to our communities and quality of life.

So we had to do something special this year to give back to our community and help rebuild people’s spirits, creativity, and overall mental well being, without them needing to leave the safety of their homes. We have voted to make this year’s 2020 ‘Hybrid’ Monmouth Film Festival completely FREE of charge. All movies, streams, interactive panels, and workshops will be accessible by simply registering on our website, all for free,” said Monmouth Film Festival Founder and President Nicholas Marchese.

“Yes, we rely on funding from our community to help us grow and return each year, but more importantly we rely on our community itself!

They’ve always been there for us, so this year we are here for you.”

In addition to the online festival offerings, the Monmouth Film Festival is working closely with public safety and medical professionals to create an opening night (outdoor) Red Carpet event at a location in Red Bank (TBD) on Friday, August 14 at 7:00 pm. This event is catered toward this year’s featured filmmakers, as well as industry professionals and artists who are looking for an opportunity to safely network and connect while enjoying some great food and brews from our friends at Triumph Brewing Company. Please keep an eye on the MFF

website for further details.

An exciting lineup of more than 65 films, short and feature-length, can be found by visiting the Monmouth Film Festival website. Note: Some streams may have limited or capped viewing capacity, so please be sure to register as soon as possible for streams and films you don’t want to miss. Virtual interactive panels and workshops will be presented from the website this year, open to real-time questions and feedback from the audience via chat.

The complete 2020 Film Festival Program is available at MonmouthFilmFestival.org.

Feature Films include Grizzly II. Revenge (George Clooney, Charlie Sheen, Laura Dern), Give Or Take (Jamie Effros); documentaries Mentally Al (Al Lubel), In Case of Emergency, and Miracle Fishing.

A rich selection of New Jersey Films, short and feature length, are also featured in the festival this year, like Bruce Springsteen: Hometown.

We are confident that this will still be a year to remember, while also being the safest and smartest option for our community at this time.

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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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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!!

Now there are volunteers in EVERY state as well as Canada, Asia, Europe and Australia. More than 100,000 soap sacks have been donated globally! I am so incredibly lucky to be part of this important mission of extending kindness, one sack at a time.

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Stacy Wiener learned this when volunteering at the Bradley Pantry where she witnessed families requesting soap and shampoo along with food. She found a way to distribute soap to the underserved population in a way that is kind, and preserves the dignity of the recipients. Stacy put her talent for knitting and crocheting to good use and created Soap

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S.A.C.K. (Supporting A Community with Kindness) three years ago. The concept is simple. Festive soap sacks are crocheted or knitted, filled with a bar of soap, and completed with a tag containing a heartfelt message. They are then distributed to food pantries, housing centers, veterans clinics, social service agencies, relief efforts and charities. What started as a local effort has blossomed into a national and international phenomenon.

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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

the website, etc.

CM: What are some of the challenges of S.A.C.K.?

SW: I am always in need of soap.

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

CM: What would be your dream way of advancing S.A.C.K.?

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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Covid Court Delays Demand Creative Alternatives When a stone hits the water it causes ripples. Like a stone, COVID 19 has caused ripples in all of our lives. One of those ripples is that the “backlog” in divorce cases in the courts has increased by 70% over last year. If your divorce case is in court you can count on major delays and greater costs, emotionally and financially for all family members. Parents and children are in “divorce limbo.”

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.

Increasingly, divorcing parties are turning to Mediation and Arbitration as quicker, and often less expensive, alternatives to going to court.

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is a shareholder in the Family Law Firm of Paras, Apy & Reiss,P.C.

The goal of Mediation is to reach an agreement, with the assistance of your attorneys and a qualified mediator.

Beginning early, even before filing for divorce, saves money. Sessions take place in an office, and more recently, over Zoom or another video conference platform. Sessions are scheduled at the convenience of the parties, and with children at home 24/7, around child care obligations. It allows for more creative solutions which judges may not have the authority to order and opportunities to test out arrangements, which can be revisited if they don’t work. You are a full and active participant in crafting the settlement.

Some cases don’t settle or can’t tolerate the length of the court process.

For these cases Arbitration is an excellent option. An experienced family lawyer is hired as Arbitrator. The process is less formal and is done either in an office or by video-conference.

Ms. Reiss is a qualified divorce mediator and arbitrator with more than forty years of Family Law experience.

Simple disputes can often be resolved by a phone call between the attorneys and the Arbitrator, eliminating the wait time inherent to filing a motion. For more complex disputes time frames can still be shortened. The two sides design how the Arbitration will work, including scheduling, length of each session, whether the decision will be given orally or in writing, whether the Arbitrator’s decision can be appealed and even how long the Arbitrator has to make a decision. While the Arbitrator is paid by the parties and a judge is not, scheduled uninterrupted sessions, focused on your case only, eliminate the waiting and cost inherent in court proceedings. You also get the benefit of the Arbitrator’s many years of family law experience and a fair and practical outcome.

Trying times call for creative solutions.

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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.

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.

By Susan Murphy

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.

To learn more, please call 732.493.1919 or visit ArcOfMonmouth.org.

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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Fair Haven Continues Tradition of 2020 Mayor’s Cup Regatta

BY SUSAN MURPHY The 2020 Mayor’s Cup Regatta was held on July 5 awarding ‘bragging rights on the Navesink’ to the winner of the race in which a Keel Boat Fleet and a one-design Fleet participated. Remedy, Fair Haven Yacht Works, a Merit 25, skippered by Jeremy Herman was the Keel Boat first-place winner. Second place went to Warhorse, Shrewsbury River Yacht Club, a Pearson 28 skippered by Mike Bosi. The one-design first-place winner was Paul Lucyk, Monmouth Boat Club, sailing a Mc Scow, with second place going to Dave Watts, Monmouth Boat Club, sailing a Lightning.

“Good winds from Red Bank started the Bridge race for the run up to Lewis Point from the start off the Shrewsbury River Yacht Club anchorage,” explained Joe Malik, Past Commodore of the New Jersey Yacht Racing Association and the Mayor’s Cup Committee Principal

Race Officer. “On the return to the Oceanic Bridge, the wind began to die, which made the return to the finish a hard slog forcing several racers to retire. Despite the failing wind, all one-design boats and the finishers in the cruising fleet came in under the time limit.”

Inaugurated in 2012, the Mayor’s Cup was originally run to represent the 100-year anniversary of the town of Fair Haven. The town’s origins and continuing character are strongly linked to the Navesink River, with a rich history that includes tradesmen working on the Navesink River and a colony of actors that dominated the town’s social life. The Players Boat Club of Fair Haven was established in 1910 and today is the Shrewsbury River Yacht Club. In 2013 and all the years that followed, the Mayor’s Cup was run by the Shrewsbury River Yacht Club with an open invitation to any and

all boats. In 2015, the North Jersey Yacht Racing Association endorsed the race with one of its prestigious trophies, the Irwin Bowl, honoring the winner of the men’s championship.

The Irwin Bowl dates back to the 1950s and has been drawing sailors from North Jersey Yacht Racing Association participating clubs on the two rivers as well as all around the Sandy Hook and Raritan Bays. The regatta is typically held as part of the Shrewsbury River Yacht Club 4th of July celebration.

“With Fair Haven’s maritime heritage intertwined with the Navesink River, we are so pleased to host the Mayor’s Cup Regatta year after year, a sailing race that promotes great comradery and friendships with clubs near and far,” said Mayor Benjamin Lucarelli.

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Monmouth Park Charity Fund:

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

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.

Meet the MPCF President of the Board Name: Maureen Lloyd of Oceanport, soon to be from Avon by the Sea How I joined MPCF: I became a new member of the Board in 1998 after being nominated by Mary Ann Martin who was then a Board member. After marrying my husband, John Lloyd, who at the time was the President of Jersey Shore Medical Center, I became active in fundraising and chaired some local community events. In 1997, after having my son Dylan, I had stepped away from my role as a nurse and felt the need to give back to my community. Learning of the amazing history of MPCF and its mission to provide funds to more than 50 local nonprofit agencies in our community who serve those in need, I felt it would be a perfect fit to my compassion for giving back.

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My favorite part of being involved with MPCF: Is the ability to reach so many agencies and community members who will ultimately benefit from our mission. I also enjoy working with so many wonderful volunteers and board members who have the same goals and commitment to bettering the lives of those in our community.

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Back to School: A New Beginning

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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.

A vision board, or chalk board with positive

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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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Rumson Garden Club Awards Scholarship to Jack Spagnuola Rumson Garden Club announced that Rumson Fair Haven High School 2020 graduate Jack Spagnuola is this year’s recipient of the Rita Boyle Memorial Scholarship.

Jack plans to attend Villanova University in the fall where he will study biology and how the environment affects humans on a medical and social level.

Rumson Garden Club is grateful to Robert Boyle for his generous continued commitment to this award in memory of his late wife, Rita Morgan Boyle. Mrs. Boyle was a Past President and dedicated member of Rumson Garden Club.

Mr. Boyle remarked, “I am happy to be able to give this award to such a qualified candidate. I wish Jack continued success in his academic studies. We need more smart people like Jack focused in environmental science.”

The Rita Boyle Memorial Scholarship is presented annually to a high school student who plans to attend an accredited college and who has shown a consistent interest in any area of environmental studies, horticulture, or landscape design.

Rumson Garden Club continues to be a vital force in the Two River community, and the Garden Club of America. The 100 member club provides field trips, lectures, and workshops designed to stimulate knowledge and love of horticulture and the environment. Civic projects keep members committed to beautifying and improving the local community and beyond.

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The independence to set higher academic standards along with the commitment to helping students reach them. Robust arts. The Four Pillars — Kind, Honest, Responsible, Respectful — our core values that instill belonging, purpose, and accountability to others. Discover all the ways truly great, N-8 education at RCDS can raise your expectations.

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McLaughlin Named Chair at Mater Dei

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.

Due to an increased interest in attending MATER DEI PREP during COVID-19, we are continuing to accept applications for the Freshmen Class of 2024 and transfer students in grades 10-12.

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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.

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The Rumson Country Day School (rcds.org) is a not-forprofit, independent, non-sectarian, coeducational school specializing in nursery through grade eight. The school enrolls students who work in small classes with superior programs in academics, athletics and the arts. Students are guided by a family of mentors who recognize strengths, nurture skills and empower confident children to be curious about the world around them. RCDS offers half-day and extended day Nursery and Pre-K programs and a full-day Kindergarten. RCDS has been recognized as a “Blue Ribbon School of Excellence” by the U. S. Department of Education since 1999.

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It’s hard to be complacent at RCDS. From morning handshake to afternoon dismissal, giving 100% effort to academics, extracurriculars, and community is ingrained into our school culture.

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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

RCDS’s Resilient Class of 2020 Honored with Outdoor Commencement

After overcoming the challenges of completing their final year at RCDS during a global pandemic, a rainy evening certainly did not prevent the Class of 2020 from being honored with a moving outdoor graduation ceremony on July 8.

“2020 was a whirlwind,” said eighth-grade commencement speaker Lydia Olivieri. “It brought many obstacles we could have never predicted. But today, we stand here having overcome it all. We are strong, and together we leave our brownstone church on the corner, more united than we have ever been before.”

The Class of 2020 embraced an extraordinary situation that made their path to graduation more challenging than ever.

This has emphasized their already impressive accomplishments and earned them praise when they finally got the chance to experience a sendoff they deserved.

The impact of COVID-19 robbed students of meaningful moments long held sacred to eighth graders, ranging from the simple concept of hugging beloved teachers goodbye to more distinctive traditions like bonding as a class on the annual Boston trip. RCDS successfully reimagined many of the hallmark experiences for its students, but their sacrifices did not go unnoticed.

Despite the circumstances, the school’s tight knit community and steadfast focus on the four pillars – Kind, Honest, Responsible, Respectful – gave this year’s graduates, our next generation of leaders, the opportunity to exemplify their strength and embodiment of these qualities. These characteristics are the reason RCDS graduates stand out in the community, thrive at some of the most selective high schools and colleges in the country, and can be attributed to how they successfully overcame an event that will be written about in history books. The Class of 2020 has left a legacy at RCDS that will forever impact the school community and has certainly inspired a hopeful and bright future.

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Disinterest turns to enthusiasm. Doing the minimum becomes achieving beyond expectations. The spark that once drove your child’s curiosity and excitement to learn, returns. Truly great education can do that. With average class sizes of 12-15 to ensure more personal attention. A growth mindset where 100% effort is the rule, not the exception.

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RFH Class of 2020 Finally Walks the Dais On July 8, 230 extraordinary students sat together, but socially distanced, for the last time as they celebrated their commencement from Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School, in one of two unique ceremonies held on RFH’s baseball field.

In keeping with Governor Murphy’s mandates on graduation ceremonies in light of COVID-19, graduates were honored in two separate ceremonies to keep attendance under the 500-person limit. With different speeches by Dr. Tracy Handerhan, Principal, and Debra Gulick, Superintendent, and different speakers in each, seniors (split in half) were invited to attend both ceremonies, while parents attended only the ceremony during which their student’s name was actually called. Though in-person attendance was limited, the ceremony was live-streamed for all family members, friends, staff, and

the community to watch and celebrate. Valedictorian Amanda Dym, Class of 2020 President Michael Cushing, and Student Government President Peyton Ming took turns addressing their fellow graduates, parents, Board of Education members, and a small group of staff and administrators in attendance.

Each spoke (or rather, Ming rapped his entire speech) about the uniqueness of the circumstances surrounding their senior year, the memories, expected and unexpected, that students have made and the perseverance required of them as they venture into an unpredictable world. Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

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Ranney School Community Comes Together in Service Initiatives One of the defining characteristics of a strong community is its ability to come together in the most difficult of times.

The pandemic has galvanized Ranney School’s students, families, and faculty to rise to the challenge presented by our current circumstances. A number of Ranney students and parents have spearheaded efforts to support frontline workers and other essential organizations.

Lovleen Virdi ’22 and Dr. Eileen Lin (Marcella ’25, Maxwell ‘27) raised funds in separate efforts to provide meals for those on the front lines while also supporting local restaurants. A team of sophomores (Jacqueline Belkin, Stevie Celler, Christopher Costanzo, Paris Huizenga, and Christina Uzzi) raised money to buy food from local restaurants to donate to frontline workers, as well as producing a video to celebrate healthcare professionals.

Student service club R.H.O.P.E., led by Sandy Wilderotter ‘21, started a corona lemon-lime challenge to raise money for No Kid Hungry. Another student-led service club, b.beyoutiful, which is led by Brielle Natenzon ‘21, Alyssa Lopez ‘21, and Reese Rotblat ‘21, collected food, clothing, and diapers through an Instagram Bing Board campaign and donated all of the supplies to Boyd House Women’s Shelter and the Ozanam Shelter, both located in Perth Amboy. The Zugel and Uzzi families have inspired other Ranney families to join them in an ongoing initiative to donate tuition credits issued by Ranney to Lunch Break and Ranney’s need-based financial aid program.

Separately, Ranney’s Medical Advisory Board appealed to the community to donate personal protective equipment (PPE) to support medical professionals on the front lines treating COVID-19. The community responded enthusiastically. Notably, quite a few of our international families procured a significant portion of the collected PPE, resulting in a collection more than 1400 N95 masks and thousands of surgical masks and gloves. Ranney School’s Health, Athletic Training, and Science Departments also contributed boxes of gloves and masks.

Ranney distributed the masks and gloves to Ranney medical professionals who expressed a desperate need for these supplies. Recipients included emergency room doctors, the Visiting Nurses Association, and a busy COVID-19 testing facility. One grateful physician shared, “Know that all masks will be delivered to front line doctors, nurses, physician assistants, and support staff. Please relay our thanks to all the donors.”

Ranney School wishes to thank the following individuals and families for making this effort possible: Frank Yang ‘21, Hellen Chen (Tom ’20), Sang Cheng (Lydia Zheng Lin ’21), Yuxuan Hong ’25, Yao Li Xian (Xin Zheng ’22), and Wu Yan (SiQi Liu ’21).

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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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Ashley will be attending Rutgers University in the fall where her course of study will be to become a Physician’s Assistant.

The award was presented by the Guidance Department on behalf of Dr. Mitchel Friedman of Newman Springs Dental Care on June 16 at the school’s Senior Awards Assembly. This is the 11th year that the scholarship has been awarded.

Newman Springs Dental Care is a dental practice in Lincroft dedicated to providing general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry to the citizens of Holmdel and surrounding areas. “There were several excellent students who were worthy of the scholarship, Ashley just stood out from the other candidates,” said Dr. Mitchel Friedman, whose three children are products of the Holmdel school system.

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Meet Your Neighbor

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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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!

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LC: For parents, it is how much has changed. Back in the CM: What do you enjoy doing in your free time? day, we started the process at the end of junior year/be- LC: I love to travel but definitely do not do it as often as I ginning of senior year, received all communication via US would like right now. Work and kids keep me busy at the mail, either hand wrote or typed our application, applied to moment. When I am not working you will usually either find a couple of schools and visited those schools maybe once me on one of the many east coast soccer fields watching before accepting. Today, students apply to an average of six my daughter play, or entertaining family and friends in our to ten colleges, write anywhere from one to fifteen essays, backyard.

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