Preschool
Maurice River Township Elementary School offers full day preschool for children ages 3-4. Currently, the district has 4 classrooms with a minimum of one classroom teacher and one classroom aide in each room. Our teachers follow Creative Curriculum which is a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that promotes exploration and discovery as a way of learning, enabling children to develop confidence, creativity, and lifelong critical thinking skills. For additional information, please contact Karen Cassady at (856) 825-7411 ext. 224
Mission: Our students are uniquely and wonderfully made with a purpose. We must equip them with the tools necessary to fulfill their purpose in life.
Vision: To provide a model P-3 Early Childhood program where educators and caregivers partner to implement and create best practices in the field.
Core Values: High Expectations; Collaboration, Family-centered; Health and Wellness; Equity
Preschool registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year. Please click on the following link for more information.
English Child Find:
If you are concerned your preschool child is developing or learning differently, you can call your district to request an evaluation for preschool special education and related services. For more information call: (856) 825-7411 ext. 257.
Spanish Child Find:
Si le preocupa que su hijo de edad preescolar se esté desarrollando o aprendiendo en forma diferente, puede llamar el distrito escolar para solicitar una evaluación para educación especial preescolar y servicios relacionados. Para obtener más información llame: (856) 825-7411 ext. 257.
Child Find/Public Awareness (Birth-3 Years)
Your Child's Development - Posters [English]
Infants and Toddlers (Birth to Three) If you are concerned your infant or toddler is developing or learning differently, call the new statewide toll free referral number for the New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS) at 1-888-653-4463.
Bebés y niños pequeños (desde el nacimiento hasta los tres años) Si le preocupa que su bebé o niño pequeño se esté desarrollando o aprendiendo de manera diferente, llame al nuevo número de referencia gratuito estatal del Sistema de Intervención Temprana de Nueva Jersey (NJEIS) al 1-888-653-4463.
Additional Contacts
Corie McGonagle - Social Worker
Amanda Hulitt - Preschool Intervention Referral Specialist (PIRS)
Additional Resources for Families:
List of Specific Resources and Supports for Families through the Department of Human Services.
Care Solace Flyer- A resource for all families to provide mental health and substance resources.
Community Resources Link
Family Assistance Request Form