Montclair’s Magnet Schools at a Crossroads
Montclair has long defined itself by its district-wide magnet school system—a model built on choice, diversity, and integration by design. For nearly fifty years, this system has been more than just an educational framework; it has been a central pillar of our town’s identity. It’s the reason many of us moved here and the reason many of us stay. But as we step into 2026, that pillar is under unprecedented strain. Can we still afford the system that defines us?
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