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Heather Zachariah

Former Art Director for Home Magazine, Heather Leahy Zachariah, left her career in publishing after baby number number one. She now works from home as a freelance graphic designer and a chauffeur to her 3 busy kids. "Working on TipsFromTown has been a wonderful outlet for me. It renewed my love of publishing where I can design colorful, enticing pages online and allows me to share the things I love about being a mom." Heather grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio, a place that still is near and dear to her. " After living in Brooklyn for 18 years and studying Graphic Design at Pratt Institute, she now lives in the Jersey burbs. "I love living so close to NYC, but in my heart, I'm an Ohio girl."

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5 Signs Your Child is Ready for Kindergarten

By Sara Sykes, Kindergarten Teacher at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child, a Catholic independent pre-K to grade 12 school in Summit, NJ “Is my child ready for kindergarten?” is one of the top questions I receive from parents as an elementary school teacher. And while there are many factors that go into determining whether […]

Not Your Typical Open House

Monday, March 30, 2020   •   9:30 a.m. Parents and children entering pre-K to grade 6 are invited to experience the Oak Knoll program at this unique open house setting that’s full of hands-on interactive activities. Experience life in a real classrom, meet Oak Knoll teachers and tour the beautiful 11-acre campus. While parents are touring, children will be having fun participating in activities: Basketball […]

Early Bird Discount for Musical Theater Workshops

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Workshops for Kids Who Love to Sing, Dance & Act

Have a child who is musically talented or just loves to dance and sing? They’ll love Stage Right‘s summer workshops. Stage Right’s workshops are designed to provide students with authentic experiences performing Broadway material, as well as, prepare them for what they can do when being evaluated or ‘auditioning’ in the future. Students will enjoy training in the areas of […]

Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Wednesday, April 1, 2020  •  9:30 a.m. Not sure your child is ready for kindergarten? Attend this free, informative workshop for parents at Oak Knoll that will help you prepare your child’s physical, social and cognitive development before they start school. Kindergarten teachers will help you set attainable and realistic goals with daily activities you can do at home. Topics covered […]

Find Out if Private School is Right for Your Child.

Monday, March 30, 2020   •   9:30 a.m. Also Read: 5 Signs Your Child is Ready for Kindergarten Is private school for your child? Here’s your chance to explore the idea and learn more about Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child. Parents and children entering pre-K to grade 6 are invited to Oak Knoll for a unique open house with as setting […]

Don’t Miss: Ridgewood’s Super Science Saturday

Check Out 20 of Our Favorite Science Projects The Biggest Science Extravaganza in Northern New Jersey! Saturday, February 29  •  9:00am – 1:30pm If you’ve never been to Super Science Saturday, you are missing out! You get to see exciting projects created by students from all of the Ridgewood schools and professional presenters. My kids […]

The Asian Festival is Coming to Ridgewood!

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Oak Knoll Summer Camp Openhouse

Saturday, February 22, 2020   •    1:00 to 3:00 pm Summer is around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about summer camp! Here’s a chance to see all that’s in store for summer camp at Oak Knoll. Bring the kids for a day of camp–in the winter— on Saturday, February 22 for their Summer Programs Open House. Kids will enjoy face painting and crafts while parents meet their summer […]

Family Fun This Weekend: Face Painting & Crafts for Kids

Saturday, February 22, 2020   •    1:00 to 3:00 pm Summer is around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about summer camp! Here’s a chance to see all that’s in store for summer camp at Oak Knoll. Bring the kids for a day of camp–in the winter— on Saturday, February 22 for their Summer Programs Open House. Kids will enjoy […]

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