Morris School District Community School
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Please Click Here to Register for Sunrise and Sunset Child Care
The Morris School District Community School has been providing lifelong learning opportunities to the greater Morristown area for more than 50 years.
We offer programs for children including the Sunrise and Sunset child care programs, Summer Plus, Summer Music Academy, and more.
The Community School provides exceptional learning opportunities for adults that range from the Great Horizons Lecture Series to language, computer and technology, career and personal development, and creative classes.
Mrs. Elysia Caraballo - Director of Community School
MSD families we are always looking to improve our programming for our students. If your child(ren) have participated in Sunrise or Sunset (or are currently enrolled) please click the link below to provide us we with feedback.
Family Feedback Survey Fall 2024
Comentarios de la Familia Verano 2024 - Español
Contact Us
Phone: 973-292-2063
Email: community.school@msdk12.net
REGISTRATION FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Sunrise/Sunset Before & After School Care
REGISTRATION for the 2024-2025 school year Sunset Program is currently closed.
The Program begins September 3, 2024.
Registration will reopen on Monday, September 9th.
Registration will remain closed for Alfred Vail and Normandy Park.
We have reached our student capacity at both sites. We will work to increase our staffing and will alert those families on the waitlist if spots become available. Thank you for your patience.
For more information about the Sunrise and Sunset Programs
please email:
Shari Burroughs
Great Horizons Lecture Series and Adult School Classes
Great Horizons Lecture Series & Adult school Classes start September 9, 2024.
REGISTRATION opens August 15th 2024.
Fall class offerings are now!
Go to the Adult Program Section to check out our classes and lectures offerings.
For more information about the Great Horizons Lecture Series and Life Long Learning Programs
please email:
Shari Burroughs
YOUTH PROGRAMS (Sunrise & Sunset)
Sunrise - Sunset Before & After School Care
The SUNRISE & SUNSET PROGRAM is available to all Morris School District K - 5 grade students.
The SUNSET PROGRAM is available to Morris School District Pre-K students. (NO SUNRISE)
REGISTRATION for September will begin July 8th & closes August 23, 2024
NOTE: If you are unable to register during the registration period that program may be at capacity, please call (973) 292-2063 for further assistance.
SUNRISE PROGRAM
NOTE: Sunrise will be held at three schools only:
Normady Park & Thomas Jefferson will go to Woodland.
Sussex Avenue will go to Alfred Vail.
Alexander Hamilton will go to Hillcrest School.
ALL Programs open at 7:00 AM.
Light breakfast will be provided.
Students who do not attend Sunrise in their home schools will be bused from Sunrise in time for the start of their school day.
NOTE: Latest drop-off at Sunrise is 8:20 AM to allow time for dismissal and busing.
NOTE: If you arrive later than 8:20 you will be required to bring your child to their home school for drop-off.
SUNSET PROGRAM
NOTE: Sunset programs are held at EACH elementary school your child attends. The program closes at 6:00 PM.
Students are dismissed directly to Sunset on their rostered days at dismissal.
You can pick up any time after dismissal until 6:00 PM.
NOTE: There is a late fee of $15.00 per 15 minute increment, per child, for pick-up after 6 PM.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Welcome to the new Morris Adult School (formerly known as Great Horizons)!!
Thank you so much for everyone's patience as we worked hard on putting a program together that not only meets our new level of standards but yours as well.
We are happy to announce that our Spring courses will begin the week of March 3, 2025 and run for 8 weeks.
We have brought back many of the popular classes & talks but we have also added several new ones that we hope you will enjoy.
Registration officially begins on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Please stay tuned for the course catalog!
STAFF & CONTACTS
Elysia Caraballo - Director of Community School
Shaneya Hackett - Manager Community School
Shari Burroughs - Administrative Assistant
Martha Conlon- Administrative Assistant, Adult School
Phone: (973) 292-2063
Fax: 973-387-7632
Email: community.school@msdk12.net
Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 1485
Morristown, NJ 07962-1485
Physical Address:
Frelinghuysen Middle School
10 Jane Way Suite A
Morristown, NJ 07960
Employment Opportunities
Explore exciting employment opportunities with the Morris School District's Sunrise and Sunset Programs, dedicated to providing quality before and after school care for students in grades Pre-K through 5.
We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and make a positive impact in the lives of children in our community. As a staff member, you will play a crucial role in creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where students can thrive. Responsibilities include supervising activities, assisting with homework, and facilitating fun and educational programs.
If you are interested in a rewarding position that allows you to contribute to the development of young minds, we invite you to apply.
Please click here to apply today for Sunrise or Sunset Programming.
Summer Plus and Summer Music Academy 2025
Please take a moment to review the slide deck presentation or the recording to answer any of your questions about changes to the Summer Plus Program.
Click here for the Session Recording with the most up to date information.
Click here for the Slide Deck Presentation
Next Steps: Application Process
Please take a few moments to submit your Frontline Application by clicking here.
We're eager to finalize our team for an incredible summer season!
Summer Plus 2025
The Summer Plus program, hosted by the Community School of Morris School District, offers an engaging and enriching summer experience for rising K to 8 students (students who will be in kindergarten through 8th grade in September 2025). The program is open to both in-district and out-of-district students. Running from June 30 to August 8, 2025 (closed July 4), the program operates Monday through Friday. For rising K-5 students, the program runs from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at a location to be determined. Rising grades 6-8 students will attend at Frelinghuysen Middle School during the same hours.
Additionally, the Summer Plus Music Academy will run for four weeks from Monday through Friday from June 30 to July 25, 2025 (closed July 4), serving rising grades 4-12 students. The program will operate from 8 AM to 12 PM at Frelinghuysen Middle School. This program is open to both in-district and out-of-district students, providing an opportunity for instrumental music students to engage in comprehensive music education through small group lessons, large ensembles, and music electives.
We will offer Sunrise morning care from 7:00 am until 8:00 am and Sunset after care from 3:30 pm until 5:30 pm for an additional fee.
Please click this link to see our Frequently Asked Questions Guide.
Registration Will Open February 18th at 9:00 am