New Jersey SEEDS
303-309 Washington Street,4th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
(866) NJSEEDS
(973) 642-6422
(973) 642-5175 fax
www.njseeds.org

New Jersey SEEDS
Time: All year
Head: Amy Ziebarth, Director of Program Operations
Description: One-hundred-fifty 7th graders from throughout New Jersey are selected to participate in this program to expand educational opportunities for students with strong academic backgrounds from eco- nomically disadvantaged families. In the summer between 7th and 8th grades, students begin a three-phase program. If successful, they are enrolled in a New Jersey independent school.
Area served: All Trenton
Type: Academic
Age range: 7th and 8th graders
Staff: Professional staff and volunteer tutors
Capacity: 150 annually
In session: Summer and school year
Day/time: 5 days, full-time; 6-week boarding at phase III
Fee: None
Contact: Amy Ziebarth, Director of Program