Math Week: Numbers Come to Life!
In a spirited celebration of mathematics, we hosted our annual Math Week in March, engaging students across both the Jersey City and Englewood campuses in a series of hands-on math activities designed to bring numbers to life. Spotlight on the Kangaroo Math Competition At the Englewood campus, excitement peaked with hosting the prestigious Kangaroo Math […]
Student Council Elections: Giving Students a Voice
Student council elections take place twice a year, in October and February. These elections give elementary and middle school students a chance to engage in a scaled-down version of the democratic process, from campaigning to voting to representing their classmates’ voices. How the Elections Work Responsibilities of Student Council Delegates Once elected, delegates take on […]
Unpacking Family Traditions Through the Eyes of First and Second Graders
This December, the classrooms at the Englewood campus were bursting with color, creativity, and personal stories as first and second-graders explored the rich tapestry of family traditions. Through this collaborative project and family interviews, students discovered what made each family’s story uniquely their own. First Grade: Bringing Family Traditions to Life For first graders, it […]
The Cognitive Benefits of Being Bilingual
In today’s interconnected world, being able to communicate in multiple languages is not just a cultural advantage—it’s a cognitive superpower. Research on the cognitive benefits of being bilingual shows an intriguing fact: speaking multiple languages not only enhances your global fluency but also makes your brain function more efficiently, for a longer time, and in […]
The FAA Students Commemorate Marquis de Lafayettte’s Visit to Jersey City
A Fun Historical Adventure: On Monday, September 23rd, 5th-grade students visited the Museum of Jersey City to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s return to the United States in 1824. The students were able to make connections between French and American history by reciting quotes by or about Lafayette himself. He fought […]
Students Observe the 2024 Solar Eclipse and Gain a Deeper Appreciation for Science
On Monday, April 8, some of our students gathered outside the school to observe the sun’s eclipse. Preparing for the Solar Eclipse A total solar eclipse is an astronomical event that leaves a lasting impression on those lucky enough to witness it. For students, it’s not just a break from routine but an opportunity to […]
