Halloween House Offers Free Admission For Relocated Freehold Students

FREEHOLD, NJ — Halloween House in Freehold will be offering free admission to Laura Donovan Elementary School students after students and staff were relocated due to mold found in the classrooms.

Freehold Township Schools Superintendent Neal Dickstein sent a letter to families on Aug. 28 explaining that repair efforts for the mold were taking longer than anticipated, and that until the issue was fully resolved, students and staff would be relocated to other elementary schools throughout the district.

Halloween House Freehold — which opens on Sept. 27 — is aiming to bring some joy to Laura Donovan students amidst their relocation.

“As a local attraction that’s all about fun, we want to provide these students with a little bit of Halloween magic to brighten their transition,” Michael Dessart, the CEO of Halloween House Freehold, said.

Located at Freehold Raceway Mall, Halloween House Freehold is designed for all ages, and "focuses on fun rather than fear."

The attraction has themed rooms such as the Glow in the Dark Room, the Beetlejuice Illusion Room and the Trick or Treat Room, and has made a name for itself by "providing a friendly experience without the usual scares, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the magic of Halloween."

“Back-to-school time should be exciting," Dessart said. "And we hope this small gesture brings joy to the kids and their families during a difficult time.”

Halloween House Freehold is open Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For more information, you can visit the Halloween House Freehold website.

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