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 […]
Scrolling into Slumber: The impact of electronic device usage on sleep
March 10-16 was national Sleep Awareness Week, and it got us thinking about the importance of a good bedtime routine for students, whose minds are rapidly developing and who need many hours of restorative, high-quality sleep every night. Longitudinal studies of adolescents have shown a clear correlation between late night phone or tablet use and […]
Benefits of Spending Time in Nature for Children
Does anyone else hear their mother’s voice identifying plants in their head, or is that just me? As I walk around Jersey City every spring, she constantly pipes up: Ooh, look at the little crocuses popping up! There are the daffodils […]
