Callyn Cass
Callyn has degrees in Psychology and Educational Studies from Trinity University where she also played field hockey. She has worked at The Connection for five years both as a camp counselor and a camp coordinator. Read More …
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Arianna DeMartino
Arianna has a degree in Elementary and Special Education . She has lots of experience working with children through her participation in multiple field experiences, two semesters student teaching, substitute teaching, 5 years of being a summer camp counselor, and babysitting. Read More …
Rachel Seu
Rachel is new to our summer camps, but has previously worked at the Cub House at The Connection and babysits kids of all ages. Additionally, she has volunteered at the library for their summer reading program. Read More …
Rachel McDonald
Rachel McDonald (she/her/hers) is a Clinical Psychology PhD Student at Montclair State University. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from West Virginia University in Psychology and Master of Professional Science degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Maryland. Read More …
Swim Lesson Procedures
Dear Parents/guardians, We have established the following procedures to help keep us all safe and provide quality swim lessons. Parents/Guardians may bring the child to the pool deck after using the male, female or family locker rooms. Parents must change their child before and after swimming. Staff are not permitted to change the children’s clothes. Read More …
Kate Kenyon
Kate Kenyon is The Connection’s Dance, Theater, & Specialty Camps Assistant Director in addition to the Dance & Performing Arts Assistant Director. Kate has worked for summer day and sleepaway camps for 10 years in a variety of roles and has such a passion for camp and the impact it has on life. Read More …
Lap Swim Procedures
Swimmers must have an active membership and sign-in (please print your name neatly) on the pool deck. Members will be required to electronically sign a waiver prior to participating in lap swim. If you did not receive your barcode, please email info@theconnectiononline.org. Once you have your barcode, click here to fill out the waiver electronically. PROCEDURES Read More …
The Connection Dance Team – A Season Like No Other
May 2021 By: Jessica Fascenelli Weisenbach Dance & Performing Arts Director Theater, Dance, & Specialty Camps Director 2020 and 2021 brought so many new things – new guidelines, information, concerns, questions, and so much more. One thing that has stayed the same are the characteristics of The Connection Dance Team (TCDC) dancers. Our dancers’ Read More …
New State Guidance on Masks
This week marked changes across our state and nation that represent significant progress for the State of New Jersey—and The Connection. Beginning tomorrow Friday, May 28, in accordance with the CDC, Governor’s executive orders, and NJ Department of Health, the following will apply to our classes and programs: Read More …
Success with Pathways Sister Strong Fitness Program
May 2021 The Connection This past year, Pathways began offering free professional 1-on-1 fitness training for women who are undergoing or are recovering from cancer treatment. Each participant receives 16 hours of free training from one of The Connection’s Fitness Trainers/Certified Cancer Exercise Specialists. Our trainers help female cancer survivors regain strength, flexibility, cardiovascular health, Read More …