Students engage in hands-on science at MFEE's learning center during Oruguitas de Verano. Summer days have been anything but slow at the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence. In addition to gearing up for the 2026-27 school year, the nonprofit education fund is keeping busy creating summer enrichment opportunities for more than 100 students. The programs reflect MFEE’s mission to remove barriers to learning and create equitable access for Montclair Public Schools studen

On a recent visit to Montclair Summer Fun Camp at Northeast Elementary School, a fourth grade Montclair Public Schools teacher joined a group of students for a spirited game of basketball on the blacktop. There were good moves and serious defense, plus lots of laughter. Inside the gym, an MPS dance teacher was leading a zombie-inspired movement game. The kids were having a monstrous amount of fun. On the same day at the Summer Sports Camp at Watchung Elementary School,

Dr. Twana Davisson leads Algebra Kickstarter. “When will I ever use this in real life?” It’s a question many students may be thinking when learning algebra. Making foundational math skills feel relevant is one of the goals of “Algebra Kickstarter,” a new MFEE summer math program for 20 rising ninth graders. The three-week intensive is designed to give students a head start and help them succeed in Algebra 1 at Montclair High School. Students were recommended to the program

"Rise Up" is a partnership between MFEE, Montclair State University, and Drew University. When you are new somewhere–to a school, a town, or even a country–finding your place and using your voice can be daunting, especially for young people who are learning a new language. But thanks to “Rise Up, Overcoming Challenges and Finding Inner Strength,” a group of Latino middle and high school students, Kichwa Indigenous members, and Montclair State University Students will share

The Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence is thrilled to announce that Sarah Hudson-Plush is joining MFEE this January as Deputy Director, overseeing day-to-day operations and working closely with the Executive Director to drive strategic growth. Having served on the MFEE Board of Trustees for seven years, Hudson-Plush is deeply familiar with MFEE’s work to nurture teachers and promote equity and classroom innovation across the Montclair Public Schools. She has served a

It was another record year for Sabor Montclair ! Thanks to our generous community, we raised more than $45,000! These critical funds allow us to continue our work, including programs that serve 200 multilingual students who attend Montclair Public Schools. We sold 279 meals, including 40 that were donated to Toni's Kitchen. A special thanks to our sponsors: * Matthew and Lisa Russman * Ray Vars and Masiel Rodriquez-Vars * Jennifer Odell and Robert Nossa * Jennifer Caldarella

This is the latest in our series spotlighting the winners of the 2025 Judy Weston Awards for Inspired Teaching. Follow along each week to learn more about the impact these educators are making in the Montclair Public Schools. +++ Montclair High School counselor Chanda D. Fields believes in her students. She believes in their ability to persevere. She believes in their potential to succeed. And, most importantly, she never gives up on them, even in the face of incredibly

Masiel Rodriquez-Vars celebrates 10 years of leadership with MFEE staff. October marks an important milestone for the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence: Masiel Rodriquez-Vars is celebrating 10 years as executive director! Founded almost 35 years ago as a non-profit dedicated to supporting public schools in Montclair, MFEE has grown significantly in the past decade. Under Rodriquez-Vars’ leadership, the organization has piloted programming for students and teachers,

It's time to celebrate Sabor Montclair! MFEE asked students at Northeast and Edgemont elementary schools: "What's at your family...