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Glen Meadow students showcase federal after‑school CCLC program and Treps marketplace

Vernon Township Board of Education · November 21, 2025
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Glen Meadow Middle School students presented their 21st Century Community Learning Center program, describing STEAM, art and family nights; program leaders said CCLC is federally funded by the New Jersey Department of Education (year‑five cycle), serves 427 enrolled students and reported a Treps marketplace with $13,700 in sales and roughly $9,000 profit after expenses.

Jacqueline Van Orden, principal of Glen Meadow Middle School, introduced student presenters and staff who described the school’s 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) during the Vernon Township Board of Education meeting on Nov. 20.

"This is federally funded by the New Jersey Department of Education," said Kate Ramirez, CCLC program director, noting the site is in year five of a five‑year grant cycle and will need to reapply at the end of the year. Ramirez said the program combines academic supports with engaging workshops — including STEAM, art and…

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