Wandering Fall 2026
Mash-Op Location
Michael Tighe Park
65 Georgia Rd
Freehold, NJ 07728
Registration is closed for Fall 2026. View drop-in classes at the link below!
Daytime Mash-Op Schedule
Period 1: 10:10-10:50
Period 2: 10:55-11:35
Period 3 (LUNCH): 11:40-12:20
Period 4: 12:25-1:05
Period 5: 1:10-1:50
Important Dates
Registration CLOSES: 9/6
Co-op Dates: 9/15-11/3
Class Schedule
Mash-Op fees are as follows:
Registration fee: $10 per family
Class fees: paid per student as below
All listed fees cover the entire 8-weeks of classes.
- Period 1 (10:10-10:50)
- Period 2 (10:55-11:35)
- Period 3 (11:40-12:20) LUNCH
- Period 4: (12:25-1:05)
- Period 5: (1:10-1:50)
Pretend and Play with Ms Kelly K ($10) 3-9
Every week we’ll step into a new adventure through stories, dramatic play, simple crafts, and imaginative games. Themes might include camping, farms, pirates, outer space, dinosaurs, construction sites, or fairy tales as children learn through creative play.
Confident Kids Connect with Ms Nicole ($5) 4-17
This is a fun take on learning a needed skill in life; Public Speaking and Presentations! Each week kids will be assigned a different topic and a different form to present their topic. Each child will have about 2-3 mins depending on class size to “present” their topic!
Reel Stories with Ms Danielle ($20) 7-12
Bring your ideas to life through the art of filmmaking! Students will learn the basics of videography, storytelling, camera techniques, and editing as they create their own short videos to share with the class. From planning a concept to capturing the final scene, students will explore how filmmakers turn ideas into stories.
Story Sprouts with Ms Kelly K ($10) 1-7
Each class begins with a beloved children’s story followed by a correlating craft, activity or hands-on play inspired by the book.
Retro Recess with Ms Nicole ($5) 3-17
Come learn a “new” old school gym class game each week! Children will play games based on simple rules. Games will include a great mix of strategy, teamwork and high energy nostalgic fun!
Creative Chefs with Ms Danielle ($40) 5-15
Step into the kitchen as a culinary creator! Students will receive unique prompts, mystery ingredients, or creative challenges and use their imagination to design their own twists on classic meals. They’ll experiment with flavors, presentation, and problem-solving while building confidence in the kitchen.
LUNCH PERIOD
Add a drop in class here: https://misfitmashop.sjhomeschool.com/drop-in-classes/
Little Kicks Soccer with Ms Kelly K ($12) 2-7
Children learn the basics of soccer through fun, age-appropriate games and activities. Each week focuses on a new skill such as dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and confidence.
The Wellness Lab with Ms Nicole ($30) 6-17
This is a hands on health and wellness learning experience! Come learn a new skill each week. We will cover hands on basic first aid care and how to assess vitals. We will learn different wellness tools for your “medicine cabinet” such as homeopathic remedies, herbs and essential oils. We will talk about real food and nutrition and kids will learn how to make a few easy and healthy recipes. One of the classes will include learning how to mix herbs to make herbal tea with a hands on experience and make and take home tea of your very own! All materials included.
Escape Room with Ms Danielle ($20) 7-12
Put your problem-solving skills to the test in this interactive escape room experience! Students will work together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and complete challenges using an escape room-style board game format. Along the way, they’ll practice teamwork, communication, and critical thinking as they race to crack the case.
Ink and Imagination with Ms Jenna (FREE) 7-12
Every great story starts with a spark of imagination. Students will discover the joy of creative writing through engaging activities, inspiring prompts, and plenty of opportunities to let their ideas come to life. Students will learn the building blocks of storytelling including creating memorable characters, developing vivid settings, crafting exciting plots, writing dialogue, and using descriptive language.
Element Explorers with Ms Nicole ($30) 4-17
Step outside the standard brush painting! Have you ever painted with a piece of yarn or perhaps a toothbrush? Each week we will ditch the paint brush and explore various ways of painting with different elements. Each week will include a different theme to paint along with various elements to paint with! All supplies will be included; just bring your creativity and imagination! Please note: This class will be messy. It is encouraged to either bring a smock or have your child wear “play” clothes.
Kindness Club with Ms Kelly K ($10) 5-12
We’ll use stories, games, crafts, and simple service projects each week to explore qualities like kindness, courage, gratitude, friendship, and responsibility. Each class focuses on practicing a different value.
Croc Pit with Ms Danielle ($5) 7-14
Welcome to the ultimate invention challenge! Students will face a series of wacky problems and use creativity, engineering, and critical thinking to design an invention that solves the challenge. They’ll develop ideas, create presentations, and pitch their solutions just like real-world innovators.
Empowering Youth
Volunteer Opportunities for Teens
At Misfit Mash-Op, we offer exciting volunteer opportunities for teens eager to make a difference while gaining valuable experience. Whether it’s watching children play in the park, teaching engaging classes that spark curiosity, or assisting as a classroom helper, there’s a perfect role waiting for every aspiring young leader. Not only will you contribute to a nurturing community, but you’ll also build skills that shine on college applications and fulfill your volunteer hours. Join us in creating a vibrant environment where learning and growth go hand in hand, and discover the joy of helping others while embarking on your own journey of personal development.
Sign ups for Volunteer Opportunities for Teens will open with family registration. If your teen would like to run a class, simply have them fill out the registration form above.
