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 […]
First Children School Construction Update!
We have an exciting update on the construction of the new First Children School building in Plainfield! This past week, First Children’s President, Joseph Hess, CEO, Matthew Hess, First Children School Principal […]
“We Have Come a Long Way”: Judy Wussler’s 40+ Years of Dedication
Judy Wussler, a long-time resident of Scotch Plains, New Jersey, is no stranger to the building that sits at 330 South Avenue. When she was a child, she attended elementary […]
Walls are going up at the *NEW* First Children School site!
By: Matt Hess, CEO of First Children Services August 15, 2023 Construction continues this summer on the new First Children School building in Plainfield! Walls are going up and we’re […]
We’ve got beams! Construction continues in Plainfield on new First Children School building
By: Matt Hess, CEO of First Children Services July 10, 2023 Construction on the new First Children School building in Plainfield continues to progress; we now have steel beams up! […]
Celebrating 14 Years of Service: A Special Message from CEO, Matthew Hess
Matthew Hess, First Children Services CEO July 5, 2023 This is an exciting time for First Children, as we wrap up another school year and begin our Extended School Year […]
Why Mental Health Awareness Month is Important
Since 1949, the United States has recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Health Awareness Month raises awareness of mental health challenges faced by millions of people every day, […]
The Importance of Speaking Up: Recognizing Mental Health Awareness
By: Nicole Davis, MA, LAC, R-DMT School Based Mental Health Clinician May is Mental Health Awareness Month and at First Children, our incredible team of mental health clinicians go above […]
Happy Occupational Therapist Month! Meet Mary Frese & Mary Reilly from First Children School
Our team of Occupational Therapists at First Children School in Fanwood, NJ are truly one of a kind and remarkable at their job. They provide the best quality of care […]
Helping Students Reach Potential: Meet Allyson Katz!
Meet Allyson Katz, one of our amazing Special Education Teachers at First Children School! Allyson is part of the dedicated team of educators at First Children School in Fanwood, NJ. She […]
