The town has five elementary schools, a middle school for grades 7 and 8, and a regional high school, Freehold Regional High. According to the superintendent of the school district, Dr. David C.Abbott, Our district provides a stimulating academic program. At Freehold Regional High, the 1998-99 average SAT scores were higher than the state average, and class sizes average 14 students per faculty member. Some of the more unusual programs for adults include an introduction to medicinal herbs, ballroom dancing for couples and Thai Chi. For children, there is cartooning, chess lessons and cooking classes for those as young as 5.
Seniors can take classes in meditation, line dancing and Chinese painting.
Through the Recreation Department, sports programs are held at one of the town s 11 parks, including tennis, baseball and basketball. In addition, both young and old can benefit from the parks tot lots and shuffleboard courts. To complement the parks and preserve open space, Marlboro is trying to purchase the former Marlboro Hospital, a portion of which may be used for a golf course. For indoor fun, the town s community center can be rented by town residents for a private party or event. The multipurpose room can accommodate up to 250 people and is designed with a dance area and stage, plus tables and coatroom.