Garfield East Early Childhood Development Center

Join our Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC)! Your voice matters—help shape programs, share ideas, and support our youngest learners and families.

Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/wXnaFhc271JCFx8d7

Dear Families,

We are reaching out with open hearts to ask for your support. Our community is coming together to help children in need, and we are kindly accepting clothing donations for boys and girls ages 3 to 7.

We welcome new or gently used (like-new) clothing, including everyday clothes, coats, and shoes. Your generosity—big or small—can make a meaningful difference and bring comfort, warmth, and smiles to a child.

📍 Donation Drop-Off Location:
150 Evergreen Dr, Willingboro, NJ 08046

Thank you for always showing compassion and for helping us care for our children and families. Together, we can make a difference 💙

Warm regards,
Mr. Medina
Community Parent Involvement Specialist

Tomorrow is "Family Game Night". See the flyer for details.

Dear Early Childhood Development Center Families,

You’re invited to join us for an evening of fun, connection, and family-friendly activities at our ECDC Family Game Night!

This event is designed to bring families together for a relaxed and enjoyable night filled with games, laughter, and community connection.

Event Details

📅 Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

📍 Location:
Willingboro Public Schools
440 Beverly–Rancocas Road
Willingboro, NJ 08046
Multipurpose Room

What to Expect

🎲 Ball games
🧩 Board games
🍪 Light refreshments and snacks

This event is open to all families, and light snacks will be provided.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family for a fun-filled evening. Come ready to play, connect, and enjoy time together!

Warm regards,
Willingboro Public Schools
Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC)

Virtual link: https://meet.google.com/idj-ucja-ysf

Join our Early Childhood Advisory Council Meeting on Thursday, 20, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

Use this link to access the meeting: https://meet.google.com/sbb-ydjz-kbv

Attn Chimera Community:

In observance of Thanksgiving, the Willingboro Public School District will operate on a half-day schedule on November 26, 2025, and all schools will be closed November 27-28, 2025, for Thanksgiving Break. Students will return to regular scheduling on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Attn Chimera Community:

All Willingboro Public Schools will be closed from November 3-7, 2025, for Fall Break, and on November 10, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. Students will return to regular scheduling on November 11, 2025.

Subject: School Closure on October 13, 2025 for Staff Professional Development

Dear Willingboro Community Members,

We want to inform you that all Willingboro Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, October 13, 2025, to provide professional development for our instructional and support staff. This one-day closure will enable our teachers and staff to engage in focused training to enhance teaching and learning for our students.

Student schedules:


Students will not attend school on Monday, October 13, 2025.

Normal school operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

You are invited to our Health and Nutrition Virtual Workshop , on May 29th, from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Virtual Link: http://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir

We invite you to join us this evening for our Early Childhood Advisory Council Meeting. Let’s come together to discuss our school community, upcoming events, family workshops, and much more! 📅 Date: April 1st, 2025 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 💻 Join us virtually: http://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir We look forward to seeing you there and hearing your voice!

Willingboro families, We are officially opened. Come and learn more about our Kindergarten program.

Good Morning, Willingboro Families, We are pleased to share a helpful guide for Utility Resources available in the county. 📄 To view the flyer, please copy or click this link: https://shorturl.at/voHjH Warm regards, Alen Medina Community Parent Involvement Specialist

From the Willingboro Police Department

Attn Chimera Community: It’s official: Willingboro residents will be asked to vote on March 11th on a proposal to reimagine how our schools support student academics. Leading up to the vote, the district and Board will share information on social media and the dedicated website Willingboroschools.org/Reimagine

Chimera Community: Join us on January 28, 2025, to learn about the Nurtured Heart approach, which focuses on creating connected relationships, emphasizing positive behavior, and transforming intense behavior into abundant Inner Wealth. NHA is based on the premise that an individual’s intense energy can be positively channeled and transformed into a positive force. Event Details: Date: January 28, 2025 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Virtual Please visit the district website to join virtually.

Attn Chimera Community: Stay ahead of your well-being with Virtua's comprehensive medical and health screenings. Blood Pressure and Glucose screenings will be available for all Willingboro Community members and staff on January 28, 2025. Virtua's experienced medical staff uses state-of-the-art equipment to provide accurate and reliable results, ensuring you receive the best care possible. Event Details: Date: January 28, 2025 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: County Club Administration Building, 440 Beverly Rancocas Rd., Willingboro, N.J. 08046 We look forward to seeing you there.

Attn Chimera Community: All Willingboro Public Schools will be closed on January 20, 2025, to observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Students will return to regular scheduling on January 21, 2025.