Testimonials
What Center School Parents Have Said About Our School
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"The Center School has been such a life changing environment for my daughter. We knew from the moment that we stepped foot through the front doors that The Center School would be nothing short of amazing, and over the years they’ve been just that…AMAZING! Every single person that we’ve encountered at The Center School over the years have been such a pleasure to work with! They see the true potential in every single one of their students and they dedicate so much into truly making a difference. We are so very grateful that our daughter’s life has been touched profoundly by what The Center School provides. We consider ourselves to be so very lucky to be apart of The Center School family!"
Ashley Beiro
"The Center School has been truly life-changing for our son"
"The Center School has been truly life-changing for our son. From the moment he joined the school, he has felt supported, valued, and encouraged to be himself. Watching him grow in confidence, flourish socially, and thrive academically has been such a joy. We are grateful for the caring teachers and the welcoming community that have made such a meaningful difference in his life."
Leah Pires
"A Center School education is life changing!"
"A Center School education is life changing! There is nothing more beautiful than to watch your child develop confidence, believe in themselves and make true friendships that continue beyond the walls of the school. The staffs empathy and understanding were invaluable! Forever grateful."
Carol Lalor
"It's not one size fits all"
"The Center School has helped our son build skills to succeed not just academically, but in every facet of his life. He has developed strong friendships, life skills, and confidence that have made his life richer and opened up so many opportunities for him.
When we toured The Center School, we saw our child relax and smile for the first time in a long time. It was like he could finally exhale now that he was among people who understood him and his needs. We knew it was a special place right away, and seeing our child genuinely love going to school every day is a gift.
What sets The Center School apart is the philosophy and the staff. It’s not one size fits all. The teachers meet students exactly where they are, with warmth, caring, and commitment to finding the way to help each child succeed. Our son has stepped out of his comfort zone, grown, and developed skills beyond our wildest imagination at The Center School.
After three years at The Center School, we have a different child. He is happy, relaxed, and loves going to school every day. He is proud of his accomplishments, and we are amazed by how far he has come.
Julie Pare
“The Center School has played a key role in our son’s success and is at the center of helping him reach every goal.”
"From the moment we entered The Center School in the Summer of 2016, I knew it was the perfect place for my son’s out-of-district educational journey. After meeting Maryellen Grabowski and Dwayne Lumbsden, I was immediately impressed by their warm, welcoming demeanor. Mrs. Grabowski guided us on a school tour led by an amazing TSC student, while Mr. Lumbsden provided a friendly, professional counseling session that left a strong impression. We then met with the OT staff, who made us feel completely comfortable. The last step was the district approval, and soon after, everything was set in motion. Throughout sixth grade and into his first year in The Center School’s Transitional Program, my dear son D. H. made remarkable progress."
"Although not every day was rosy, he defied expectations with an above-average GPA and earned multiple awards. He joined the basketball team, became a peer mentor, took leading roles in school performances to thunderous applause, served as a teacher’s assistant for the music teacher, captained the e-sports club, was elected president and vice president of the student council, landed his first paying job at TCS’s Bistro, was invited to speak at his high school graduation, and graduated from TSC on time with a scholarship. He was clearly being prepared for a successful future as a productive citizen, embarking on a lucrative career path. I am also proud to say he’s been employed for nearly three years since graduation, earned his associate’s degree in Criminal Justice in May 2026, and is now continuing his education in Criminal Justice in Law at Kean University at the start of Fall 2026. 1 I truly believe and often say, “The Center School has played a key role in our son’s success and is at the center of helping him reach every goal.” TCS has brought such a positive change to our lives, offering everything caring parents and dedicated students could wish for. Please believe us when we say this. The Center School provides personalized education, meeting each student's unique needs with the highest level of support. So let us be among the first to say congratulations and welcome to TCS. We're rooting for you and wishing you all the best on your educational journey!"
Valerie Allen
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