On May 15, Stepping Stones School families were invited to the school for a fun-filled afternoon to celebrate the school’s 50th Anniversary. This event brought together students, families, and staff, many dressed in festive 1950s-themed attire. Families enjoyed delicious food from the Pizza Vita food truck and sweet treats from the Towne Scoop ice cream truck, courtesy of The Candle Lighters.

In addition, a special display of photos from the past 50 years decorated the bulletin boards, showcasing memories from throughout the school’s half-century history. And with a jukebox-themed photo backdrop, many attendees took photos that will someday be part of a similar collection.

The Arc of Essex County thanks The Candle Lighters for their generosity in supporting Stepping Stones School in so many ways, including this festive annual tradition.

The Arc of Essex County’s Stepping Stones School is a Department of Education approved private school for students with disabilities serving children ages 3-12. The school, based in Fairfield, NJ, is designed to meet the developmental and educational needs of children with cognitive impairments such as Down syndrome and other students with similar educational and developmental needs. For more information, or to request a virtual tour and assistance with an out-of-district placement, contact Robin Moses, Director of Early Childhood and Education at (862) 210-8781 or rmoses@arcessex.org.