Learn and have fun with Succeed2gether over the summer!
Succeed2gether will be offering Enrichment classes from June 29th to July 30th, 2026. Succeed2gether will also provide one-on-one tutoring from June 29th to July 30th, 2026, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
All students will pay a $10 registration fee. The classes are free to those who qualify with a sliding scale fee to all others. Children are accepted from all towns.
Contact us at 973-746-0553 or email info@succeed2gether.org for an application form and to register. Income verification is required.
Class Information
Chess
June 29 – July 30 | Monday – Thursday, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Rising Grades 3rd-12th
Chess coach Steve Moctezuma has taught enrichment chess classes and summer chess camps at S2g and other schools for many years.
Boys STEM
July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 | Wednesday, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Rising Grades 4th-5th
Taught by info to come.
Students will explore science, mathematics, and much more through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving. They will work collaboratively to design, build, test, and improve solutions to real-world challenges. This engaging class encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation while helping students develop important skills for the future.
Indoor/Outdoor Gardening
July 6 – 9 | Monday – Thursday, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Rising Grades 3rd-5th
Taught by Master Gardener Sally Solo and Garden Club of Montclair members.
Students will create and take home a terrarium to be exhibited at the September Garden Club Flower Show in Montclair. They will also tend native plants at Hillside School.
Outdoor native plant gardening will take place at Hillside School’s Native Garden on Monday July 6 and Tuesday July 7. Students will learn about planting, weeding, and how plants and animals depend upon each other to thrive. The Hillside Native Garden is on Hillside Avenue, between Orange Road and St. Luke's Place, in Montclair.
Indoor gardening will be presented on Wednesday July 8 and Thursday July 9 at Succeed2gether, 11 Pine St, Montclair. Students will create and take home a terrarium garden which will be exhibited at the Garden Club Flower show, held Friday to Sunday, September 25 – 27. Students, family and friends are invited to attend the show. Terrariums need to be dropped off at Succeed2gether by noon on Thursday, September 24. Students will be able to pick up their terrarium and a certificate of appreciation on Monday, September 28 at Succeed2gether.
Urban Design
July 13 – 16 | Monday – Thursday, 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Rising Grades 3rd-12th
ReUrban is partnering with Succeed2gether for the fourth time to host a four-day summer session, offering children the opportunity to shape their community through urban design and architectural interventions. Participants will explore civic engagement by addressing questions on how to create a more vibrant and environmentally sustainable neighborhood. Through hands-on activities, they will work with both natural and synthetic materials to develop innovative models of their reimagined community as part of their final projects.
Taught by Yuki Kishimoto, the founder and lecturer of ReUrban, is an incoming third-year architecture student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Pursuing an accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree, he has been part of the Site Analysis and Design Team of Life on The River Interdisciplinary Research that focuses on revamping the neighborhood around Second River and Branch Brook Park. Passionate about community-oriented design, he is eager to introduce children to the importance of urban planning as a tool for positive change.
Brush, Floss & Smile Like a Boss
July 15 | Wednesday, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Rising Grades K-2nd
Led by Dr. Ngobitak Williamson, owner of Playful Pediatric Dentistry - where gentle care, daily joy, and community are at the heart of every smile.
Kindergarten through 2nd grade students will enjoy an interactive story time all about visiting the dentist, plus hands-on demonstrations of proper brushing and flossing techniques. Children will also learn about tooth-friendly nutrition and everyday choices that help keep smiles healthy and strong. Students will leave feeling confident, empowered, and excited to care for their smiles.
From Udder to Butter
July 15 | Wednesday, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Rising Grades K-2nd
Presented by Fosterfields Living Historical Outreach Programs.
Fosterfields used to be a dairy farm. Learn all about Jersey cows and the science behind making butter. Students will be able to churn their own butter to try with bread or crackers. All supplies provided.
In a Pickle
July 15 | Wednesday, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Rising Grades 2nd-12th
Presented by Fosterfields Living Historical Outreach Programs.
Pickling has been a practice for centuries, but how do you do it? Learn the quickle method of pickling. Students will be able to create their own blend of pickles to take home. All supplies provided.