CEF - CRESSKILL EDUCATION FOUNDATION

The CEF’s main mission is to provide funds to the four Cresskill Public Schools, in order to expand academic, artistic, and cultural enrichment opportunities for our students, through programs, projects, and tools which could not otherwise be funded through the regular school budget.

The CEF exists as a broad based, non-profit community organization. Initially incorporated in September 1990, the CEF is perhaps best known for its annual Concert for the Arts and sponsorship of the 4th and 5th grade theatrical/musical productions (Cresskill Elementary Theatre Experience CETE). Certificates of Appreciation, another fundraiser, provide a cost-effective way to recognize teachers while supporting the schools. Our newest fundraising event, Bark for Education held in May, is fun for the whole community. Participants can enter their dogs for fun contests such as "waggiest tail, biggest smile, best costume, best tricks, and more." Other fundraisers have included 5K runs, the M.U.S.E. Concerts with David Broza in 1992 and 1998, The Cresskill Earthfest, and the Everything under the Sun Bazaar.

Through its fundraisers, the CEF has raised in excess of $500,000 to support programs and provide materials in each of the four Cresskill schools, primarily through grants requested by Cresskill faculty. A few highlights include: upgrades to the sound systems at the schools, acoustic pianos, reading readiness materials and anti-bullying materials, weather stations at the elementary schools, Smartboards and computers for all the schools, a broadcast studio, robotics materials and band uniforms for the high school.

In the future, the CEF aspires to grow and adapt to meet the changing needs of the Cresskill education system, helping it maintain its place as one of the finest in the state.
The CEF wishes to thank everyone for their support and looks forward to your continued support in future years.

Please consider becoming a CEF member by making a contribution.

HSA - HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION

The Cresskill Middle School/High School Home and School Association (HSA) is committed to enriching each student’s educational experience by facilitating communication and effective working relationships among parents, teachers, and school administrators as well as promoting opportunities for family involvement in the school.

Contact Information

For more information about the Cresskill Middle School/High School HSA or to find out how you can get involved, please contact us! Email the HSA at cmschs.hsa@gmail.com

KOREAN PARENT ASSOCIATION - EHB

The KPA was founded as a way for parents to communicate and disseminate information amongst themselves as well as the school. The KPA works in collaboration with the PTA to fundraise for the school and participate in various events. For more information please email ehbkpa@gmail.com.

PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION - EHB

The Parent Teacher Associate is the parent organization at Edward H. Bryan School. The goal of the PTA is to provide effective communication and support to the school community. The organization strives to enrich and enhance the educational programs for the students. The support from the PTA over the years has included purchasing chromebooks, makerspace carts, as well as sponsoring various assemblies throughout the school year. In the fall they organize the Scholastic Book Fair that promotes learning and reading throughout our school. The PTA also organizes our school lunch program, Pizza Fridays, and Ice Cream Wednesday. We always welcome new volunteers and it is a wonderful way to become involved in the school community. For more information, please email ehbpta@gmail.com.

HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION - MMS

The Merritt Home and School Association (HSA) is the parent association of the Merritt Memorial School. The mission of the Merritt HSA is to promote communication between the home and school, enhance the curriculum wherever possible in concert with the teachers and administration, promote the welfare of the children, and bring into a closer relationship the home and school so that the parents or guardians and teachers may cooperate intelligently and effectively in the education of each child.

The HSA supports students at Merritt school in a variety of ways. MMS teachers and their programs are supported through volunteer efforts in the classroom, lunchroom, library, and through our Teacher Enrichment Grant Program. The HSA enhances the curriculum by sponsoring programs such as: assemblies, author visits, classroom enhancements, field trips, child safety and after school programs. HSA-sponsored special events for students and their families include the fall picnic, fall and spring book fairs, Halloween parties, International Day, Earth Week, Field Day, and the annual Merritt Goes to the Mountains trip. Additionally, the HSA provides and manages the school lunch program and provides high school scholarships for graduating MMS students.

KOREAN PARENT ASSOCIATION - MMS

The Merritt Korean Parents Association (KPA) was founded for Korean families in Merritt to effectively communicate and exchange information amongst themselves as well as with the school. It also aims to support and work in collaboration with the school and HSA to better serve our students and community by raising funds and participating in different events throughout the year.

For more information about the Merritt KPA, please email merrittkpa@gmail.com.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging of Cresskill (DEIBC) is a non-profit that has served the Cresskill community since 2024.
We are parents, like you, who support our school district's efforts to enhance our schools through fairness and inclusion. We celebrate the unique diversity of each student and family, and we actively work to ensure everyone feels included. We believe that by valuing every single student, we strengthen the entire student body.

It all began with a grassroots community effort to assist our educators in creating and sustaining anti-bias education. We know the many benefits of living in a multicultural town. We believe firmly that every student deserves to know that they are an important part of their school and community.

We champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for all students, families, teachers, staff, administration, and community members. We recognize that our differences are precisely what makes Cresskill unique and our community so strong.

For more information you can email admin@cresskilldeib.org

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