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. […]
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 […]
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 […]