Team Sports and Recreation:

Athletics play a key role in a child’s development. They teach children to follow rules, take turns, win and lose, develop discipline, compete, and advocate for themselves. Participation in sports provides opportunities to work together as a team, develop camaraderie and feel a sense of belonging. Our programs provide trained mentors to assist children with special needs and are designed to provide a noncompetitive and supportive environment that accommodates children of all ability levels. Please contact us at mvtpec@aol.com with questions, suggestions, or to volunteer your time or assistance with these programs.

Mentors: If you would like to sign up for these programs, click here.

 

Parents: Recreation programs may be canceled due to rain or inclement weather. If the weather is questionable, please call our hotline, 973-856-9587, for a message that will let you know if the program scheduled for that day will be taking place.

 

Social Games and Activities for Children With Special Needs
Description:	Ages 3 and up (Parents/caregivers must accompany children if, needed). Instructors: Mrs. Judy McNabb, Certified Teacher of the Handicapped,   Mrs. Sue Handschuch, Certified Teacher of the Handicapped This program will teach social skills such as turn-taking, eye contact, conversation, small group play, life skills, etc., through simple board games, circle, and playground games. The class will also provide opportunities for parents to receive training on how to facilitate small group play dates and generalization of many of social skills to home and community environments. Download a registration form.
Date:	Thursdays, February 18, 25, March 4, 11 & 18* (make-up date)
Time:	5:00 – 6:00pm
Location:	Montville Township Public Library Pio Costa Auditorium, 90 Horseneck Rd., Montville
Cost:	$75 for 5 weeks

 

Reading and Organization 6th Grade Prep Class for Children With Special Needs
Description:	5th grade students struggling with reading, comprehension, and organizational skills. (The student DOES NOT have to be classified as needing special education to register.) Instructors: Ms. Anne Fisher, Certified Teacher & Reading Specialist, Ms. Elise Miller, Certified Teacher & Reading Specialist, Ms. Pat Swiatek, Certified Teacher of the Handicapped This program is designed to assist 5th grade students who are struggling with reading or writing issues. The class will work on specific reading and writing strategies/skills, as well as study/organizational skills. The students practice highlighting, taking notes, and graphic organizers to prepare thoughts and information for written assignments, class presentations, or group discussions. All of these skills are critical in preparation for the transition into 6th grade at Lazar Middle School. Download a registration form.
Date:	Tuesdays & Thursdays, Feb 4, 9, 18, 23, 25, Mar 2, 4, 9, 16, 18 & 23* (make-up date) There will be no class on March 11 due to conferences. That class and snow days will be rescheduled. Check back for new dates.
Time:	4:00 – 5:00pm
Location:	Lazar Middle School, Room 51, 123 Changebridge Rd., Montville
Cost:	$150 for 6 weeks or 12 sessions

 

Winter Bowling
Description:	Children with special needs and their siblings ages 3 and up (Parents/caregivers must accompany children, if needed). Kids will learn the rules and skills associated with the game of bowling and have fun socializing together with their mentors and siblings. Download a registration form.
Date:	Wednesdays, February 10*, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, April 7 & 14* (make-up date) NOTE: There will be no session on March 31 due to spring break
Time:	4:30 - 5:30pm
Location:	Boonton Lanes on Rt. 202 near Fulton Street in Boonton, NJ
Cost:	$48 ($6 per child per session for 2 games; shoes are included in the fee) Note: Registration for this program is through the Recreation Dept. BUT the fee for the games is paid directly to Boonton Lanes. When you come for the first bowling session, please bring a check in the amount of $48.00 payable to Boonton Lanes.

 

New Session!   Introduction to Team Sports with Social Skills –– Winter 2
Description:	Ages 3-7 (Parents/caregivers must accompany children if, needed). Coaches: Russ Van Ness and Jason Neuhof, Health & Physical Education Teachers, 1 on 1 Athletics This program is for children with both cognitive and physical disabilities who are just beginning to learn to participate in structured games, movement to music, and sports-related activities. The class will help increase coordination, agility, strength, and flexibility in a fun and non-competitive environment. Download a registration flyer.
Date:	Sundays, February 21, 28, March 7, 14, & 21, 2010
Time:	Two time slots: 9:00 - 10:00am and 10:00 - 11:00am
Location:	Kidnetic, 2 Changebridge Rd., Montville
Cost:	$75 for 5 weeks

 

Home-Based Buddies Program
Description:	Ages 3 and up. This program provides a mentor to visit one-on-one with your child on an ongoing basis to be a homework buddy or companion for play dates or activities, and develop a friendship. This is not a baby-sitting service. You must remain on site during the visit to provide supervision, guide the mentor in what your child needs, and provide an enjoyable, successful experience for both children. The Montville Recreation Department and Pathways cannot provide direct supervision during this program nor assume legal responsibility of any kind during this time. To participate, fill out the application form and send to: Pathways Home-Based Buddies, 11 Glenwood Dr, Montville, NJ 07045. We will contact you to match up an appropriate mentor for your child. For additional information, email mentor4pathways@yahoo.com or call Debbie Tabakin at 973-886-4883. Download an application form.
Date & Time:	Determined by the mentor and family of the child
Location:	The mentor comes to your home
Cost:	No cost –– the mentor volunteers the time and receives community service. You must be a resident of Montville Township and have a family membership to Pathways to participate. Click here for information on membership.

 

For drop box registration: Check the registration flyers for deadlines and make sure to sign up your child in advance for the programs you want. Our classes are popular and do fill up, and we regret that we aren't able to accommodate same-day walk-ons.

NOTE:  Flyers are distributed through the Montville Township school district. Times and locations are subject to change. Recreation programs listed here are run under the authority of the Montville Township Recreation Dept. For registration and questions, contact them at 973.331.3305. Most flyers can be downloaded at http://www.montvillenj.org. Click on Municipal Services, then Parks and Recreation, then Forms and Flyers.