The End of an Era for the Fanwood School
December 21, 2023 Today our team in Fanwood spent their last full day in the First Children School building after being at 330 South Ave for the last 14 years! […]
Transitions Program Teacher Spotlight: Meet Kathy Fearon!
I am Kathy Fearon, a social worker in the Transitions Program. This is my 7th school year at the program. I began my social work career 30 years ago working […]
Finding Independence While Spreading Joy and Positivity: Kate’s Story
Student Success Profile: Kate Michael When Kate Michael entered First Children (formerly Children’s Specialized Hospital) in April 2006, creeping was her primary means of mobility. She used a walker with […]
Sending Blessings to Those Less Fortunate this Holiday Season
In an effort to give back to the community this holiday season, students in the Transitions Program in Cherry Hill are making Blessing Bags to distribute to those less fortunate. […]
Student Profiles of Success: Transitions Program
Student/Client Success Profile Program: Transitions Program Cherry Hill, NJ Student/Client Name: G Case History/Information: The student was sent to us by their sending district during the middle of their Junior […]
Exciting Announcement: We Have a Move in Date!
We have some exciting announcements about the new First Children School building! We’re looking forward to moving into the building come early January 2024. More details to come on this […]
Transitions Program Teacher Spotlight: Meet Wendi Wence!
Wendi Wence has been a High/Middle School Teacher with the Transitions Mental Health Program for Adolescents in Cherry Hill for two school years however, her teaching experience spans a lot […]
Autism Friendly Tips for Preparing Your Child for Halloween
Brandon Sierchio, ME, BCBASouthern NJ Regional Director It’s October, which means Halloween is just around the corner! Many families are looking forward to the excitement of the holiday, from […]
We Had Students Ask Their Teachers Questions About Mental Health
Each year, on October 10th we recognize #WorldMentalHealthDay as a time to raise awareness for the importance of mental health and to help reduce the stigma of mental illness. […]
Transitions Program Teacher Spotlight: Meet Mr. Laganella!
Mr. Laganella is combining his passions for music and science education in his new role at our Transitions Program! Learn more about his extensive background in education in this Transitions […]
