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Author Archives: dlevine
Uncovering drama
During the summer between his junior and senior year at Gill St. Bernard’s School in Gladstone, NJ, Mike Christie spotted an online ad about volunteering in the drama segment of Matheny’s Arts Access Program. “I was doing acting in high … Continue reading
Taking the plunge
Every semester incoming students at Centenary College in Hackettstown, NJ, take part in a day-long community service project called the Community Plunge. The project is mandatory for all new students and offers them a selection of different sites at which they … Continue reading
Fall open house
The Matheny School will be holding an Open House on Wednesday, October 9, from 10 a.m.-12 noon to showcase its various programs for students with multiple disabilities. These include: Preschool. Supported through an adapted environment using emergent technology, communication systems and the … Continue reading
Exceptional educator
“I teach my students that, if there is something in life that you want to do, nothing should stop you.” It’s that kind of dedication and perseverance that makes Margaret “Peggy” Zappulla an outstanding teacher and the reason she has … Continue reading
Coming ‘full circle’
While studying arts education at The College of New Jersey, Scott Beil, who grew up in Chester, NJ, volunteered in Matheny’s Arts Access Program during the summer. He was so taken by the Arts Access concept that he trained to become a facilitator, … Continue reading
A parent’s praise
Mike and Liz Geraghty of Cranford, NJ, are the parents of Bozena Geraghty, a resident at Matheny. Bo was born with Cornelia de Lange syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes a range of physical, cognitive and medical challenges. Bo is 22 … Continue reading
Let’s get physical
The Matheny School’s adapted physical education program promotes fitness for all by modifying traditional sports to encourage students to create their own independent movements. In addition, health and wellness activities are provided to enhance decision-making skills and promote team building. … Continue reading
Wharton welcome
Digital art and paintings by 11 Arts Access artists have been on display during July and August at the Wharton Library in Wharton, NJ. On Friday, August 16, the artists were recognized with a special reception at which some of … Continue reading
Navigating Highland Avenue
Jacob Poleyeff has been dropping off and picking up his 11-year-old daughter Jenna at Matheny since May 2012, when she was admitted with a rare seizure disorder known as Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome. “I would estimate that I’ve now taken about 250 … Continue reading
Key LND care aspects
By Gary E. Eddey, MD Vice President for Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer The most important aspect of the care of Lesch-Nyhan patients from both the practitioner and health system perspectives is collaboration with the parents and/or patient. A … Continue reading