Ravine Drive Elementary School

Matawan Aberdeen Middle School, located in Cliff wood, N.J., offers classes from grades six through eight. It provides classes in English, fine arts, technology, math, physical education, science, social science and special education. It has various clubs, such as literary, math, science and environmental. Its extracurricular activities include band, chorus, yearbook and student council. The school also has a parent-teacher student organization and guidance center. Its library provides various resources, such as books, magazines, encyclopedias and newspapers. It offers sports activities, including cross country, football, hockey, basketball, track, softball, baseball and tennis. Matawan Aberdeen Middle School is operated by the Matawan Aberdeen Regional School District.

Cliffwood Elementary School is one of the K-3 schools in the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, and serves more than 450 students. Its academic curriculum is aligned with New Jersey Core Content Curriculum Standards and includes language arts, mathematics, social studies and science. Fine arts, vocal music, library studies, physical and health education and computers are an integral part of the curriculum. It provides speech services and English as a second language classes and literacy groups and basic skills to those students who need extra assistance. It additionally provides tutorial programs for students requiring additional assistance. It has a pupil assistance committee that works with teachers to develop strategies for students who are experiencing difficulties. Its parent-teacher organization raises significant funds to enable students to participate in class trips and sponsors cultural arts programs throughout the year. It is located in Cliffwood, N.J.