Bernards Ridge Edition Sept/Oct/Nov 2019

Since 1907, Oratory Prep has provided young men with true balance—through rigorous academics, challenging athletics, clubs for many interests, and opportunities to serve the community—all rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition. Come tour our beautiful 11-acre campus in Summit, NJ, connect with our outstanding students, and experience for yourself what makes Oratory Prep the ideal place to embark on your future. Open House Sunday, September 29, 2019 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 24, 2019 6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. For more information: 908-273-1084 ext. 1 or admissions@oratoryprep.org 425 MORRIS AVENUE, SUMMIT, NJ 07901 I ORATORYPREP.ORG Prepared for Life. Brothers for Good. BLUE SKY KIDS 908-376-6730 blue-sky-kids.com Just under a year ago, Basking Ridge resident Etta Marshall launched Blue Sky Kids, a unique company that fuels children’s unique passions by connecting them one-on-one with experts, and what a year it has been! Since its launch, the company has brought together tons of experts and pas- sionate children, learning about everything from cooking, carpentry, and chess to robotics, magic, and even philosophy. She has worked with families and experts to put together customized programs to satisfy children’s unique interests, such as political podcasting and architectural endeavors. Blue Sky Kids matches each child up with an expert in their field to provide a series of eight weekly one-on-one sessions designed especially for the child’s interests, level and goals. Each session satis- fies a child’s aspiration to develop a new interest or to expand an exist- ing skill. Session offerings take place in the comfort of the child’s home and include: Rove into Robotics, Namaste Yoga, Blossoming Blogger, Checkmate Chess, Book Worms, Beaker Seekers, Game Changers, Magic & Juggling, Budget Buddy, Phuture Philoso- pher, Foodie Fun, Launch into Rocketry, Sew You, Get Poi-Zed, Carpentry Creations, Crack the Code and other Younique Cus- tom Series designed in conjunc- tion with parents. When you ignite passion in young people, the possibilities are as endless as the sky is blue. Par- ents and children could not be hap- pier, it seems. One parent said, “This has been a great experience for all of us.” Another gushed, “S. is thrilled before, during and after his Robotics session with Brian.” Blue Sky experts are among the best in their field and come from a variety of backgrounds. Many have spent years developing an expertise in an area that others only dream of breaking into and would like to pass on what they have learned to enthusiastic kids that want to fol- low in their footsteps. Marshall works directly with each expert to develop high-quality, customized content to meet each child’s differ- ent goals. All experts are meticu- lously vetted and screened, having undergone background checks, fin- gerprinting, in-person interviews, and extensive reference checks. Benefits to children from Blue Sky Kids series are extensive. Ses- sions provide valuable, realistic, hands-on experiences, through working with actual experts in the field. Children also show increased self-esteem and develop valuable relationships with role models. Expertise from the sessions can even help on future college appli- cations, as unique interests and dedication from a young age make children soar above their peers. And of course, one of the most crit- ical benefits of all – having fun! Visit the Blue Sky Kids website to learn more! Etta Jane Marshall, Founder PAGE 14 back to school theconnectionsnj.com