Park Avenue Elementary School fourth graders have named one of the four peregrine falcon chicks who recently hatched in a nest box atop the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. The students in science teacher Maria O’Brien’s classes entered a competition to name one of the chicks.

There were nearly 200,000 votes cast from third through sixth graders across Rockland and Westchester counties to name the four falcon chicks, and out of 10 finalists Park Avenue School students received 23% of the votes with the name Estrella. The rest of the chicks will be named Beakoncé, Jet and Taylor Swoop.

Principal Rosa Taylor said that a falconer will visit Park Avenue School in the next few weeks to provide a demonstration to the students. In addition, the bridge will be lit up in blue and red, the district’s colors, in recognition of the school.

Date Added: 5/30/2024

Park Avenue Elementary School fifth graders had an educational and fun experience during a field trip to Boundless Adventures on May 22. Throughout the day, the authentic experience allowed the students to apply science and math content while also integrating some growth mindset strategies.

“The students were brave, facing their fears while also encouraging their classmates to do their best,” Principal Rosa Taylor said. “Shouts of ‘You got this!’ and ‘Don't be scared’ could be heard throughout the park. The students were immersed in nature and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.”

Date Added: 5/28/2024