On June 13, three fourth grade classrooms at Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School in Amityville celebrated their published Realistic Fiction Narratives by transforming their classrooms into “Theaters of Themes.”  

Students visited one another’s rooms for story “matinees,” leaving glowing reviews on golden tickets and ending with a festive Popcorn Bar. This joyful celebration not only highlighted their growth as writers, especially in using elaboration strategies, but also gave their multilingual learners a meaningful opportunity to shine. 

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Date Added: 6/16/2025

On May 30, students from Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School in Amityville took part in the Girls on the Run 5K race.  

For the past three years, Park Avenue has participated in the Girls on the Run program held during the district’s Leaders of Tomorrow program. A nonprofit organization, Girls on the Run programs were designed to inspire girls of all abilities to recognize and embrace their inner strength and make meaningful connections with others. Along with PAMES Staff/Coaches Alison DeMauro and Amy Stein, Amityville’s teachers were trained for the program, which used physical activity and dynamic discussions to build social, emotional and physical skills while encouraging healthy habits for life.  

Park Avenue participated with 35 other schools from Long Island in this year’s 5K race. The event was fun for the girls it served as an evidence-based program that inspired participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves.  

Photo caption: On May 30, students from Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School in Amityville took part in the Girls on the Run 5K race. 

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Photo courtesy of the Amityville Union Free School District  

On May 21, second graders in the Amityville School District visited Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School for the school’s annual orientation.  

They were greeted by Park Avenue students and staff members. Additionally, second graders met Park Avenue Principal Mr. Edward Plaia while school counselor Ms. Kimberly Balducci held a presentation for the students. Additionally, third graders shared their advice on being a student at Park Avenue advice for next year and they held a question-and-answer session.  

The orientation concluded with a building tour guided by the fifth-grade student ambassadors. 

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Date Added: 5/23/2025