Joshua Atlas, an experienced elementary teacher and administrator, has been named the new assistant principal of Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School.

Mr. Atlas comes to Amityville after 17 years in New York City school. He has been an elementary classroom teacher, new teacher mentor, literacy coach, early literacy specialist and, most recently, an assistant principal in the Bronx. He holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and elementary education from SUNY Oneonta, a master’s degree in education of students with disabilities from Brooklyn College, and a school building leadership certificate from Baruch College, which he earned as a participant in the Leaders in Education Apprenticeship Program through the New York City Department of Education.

He arrives at Park Avenue as the school transitions to a new grade configuration this year. With sixth grade moving to Edmund W. Miles Middle School, Park Avenue gains third grade, in addition to continuing to house the district’s fourth and fifth grade students. 

Mr. Atlas said what drew him to Amityville was the close-knit community and the dedication to student success. He added that he is proud to be part of a team of educators who have the best interests of children in mind on a daily basis, and is looking forward to meeting Park Avenue’s students and families.