(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Middle school students from The Elisabeth Morrow School (EMS) performed High School Musical Jr. at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) in March, giving them the opportunity to experience performing at a real theater.

The brave cast was cheered on by a diverse audience, including fellow EMS students from Little School (grades 1–4) and Morrow House (grades 5-8), faculty, staff, parents, alums, and students from various area public schools.

Performing is not just about building confidence. It's a transformative experience where students develop their characters, learn to connect with cast members and the audience, and enhance their innovation, creativity, cooperation, and empathy. The experience also instills important life skills such as work ethic and memorization.

The Elisabeth Morrow School is located at 435 Lydecker Street in Englewood, New Jersey. It is an independent day school serving children ages 2 through eighth grade from more than 55 communities throughout New Jersey and New York. Its mission is to provide exemplary academics and character development in a diverse and inclusive child-centered community, inspiring students to become curious scholars, ethical leaders, and global citizens. Located on a sprawling 14-acre campus, designated as a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation, in Englewood, N.J., just 10 minutes from the George Washington Bridge, the campus includes multiple technology and science labs, gymnasiums, maker spaces, libraries, as well as an athletic field, nature trails, outdoor classroom patios, educational gardens, and playgrounds. The Elisabeth Morrow School has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2022–2025.

Photos by The Elisabeth Morrow School