Grade 1 Welcomes Flat Stanley

PTA vs. Staff Ultimate Frisbee 2009

Polk Street School Carnival 2009

First Place Winner at Polk Street School

A sixth grade student from Mrs. Landsman's class took 1st place in the Covanta Energy for a Clean World poster contest. The student was honored at the 19th annual awards ceremony, held on May 28th, at Chateau Briand. In addition to the certificate and prizes awarded to the student, Polk Street School will receive a $500 gift certificate from Borders Books. Congratulations to our deserving award winner!

C.A.R.E. Walk/Run at Polk St. School

On Friday, May 22nd, students, staff and parents participated in Polk Street School's C.A.R.E. Walk/Run. Sponsored by the school's Building Team, "Cans Are Reaching Everyone" was actually a food drive with a creative spin. Participation in the Walk/Run required a donation of a non-perishable food item. Donations will be sent to Long Island Cares, Inc., the Harry Chapin Food Bank. Thank you especially to Mrs. Andrade, Mrs. Cartelli, and Mrs. Cosgrove for all they did to make this a successful event. An extra special thank you goes out to Mr. Jerry Monaco, a Board of Education Trustee and former PSS parent, for serving as our Grand Marshal! Take a moment now to enjoy the video that highlights some of the events of the day.

Spring Concert 2009

Listen and enjoy excerpts from our Spring Concert, and go behind the scenes with our talented performers. Well done, Chorus, Band, Stage Crew, Mrs. Abiuso, and Mr. Frutkoff!

Eating Healthy with Mrs. Landsman's Class

Mrs. Landsman's sixth grade class continued their committment to fitness with "Healthy Snack Day". On Tuesday, May 12th, each student brought in a creative, healthy snack to share with their classmates. The tasty delicacies included Brownie Surprise, made with semi-sweet chocolate and carrot puree, Spinach Muffins, and Strawberry Bars. The students and their teacher, and even the Assistant Principal, sampled many of the treats. All agreed that healthy can still be delicious!

Polk Street School's Book Swap

On April 29th and 30th, Polk Street School held its second annual Book Swap during each recess period. In the weeks preceding the event, students brought in "gently used" books from their home collections to donate. On the days of the Book Swap, students then selected "new " books to take home. They were allowed to take the same number of books they had brought in. Once again, the program was a success, promoting reading and providing excitement for students. Thank you to all on Polk Street School's Building Team, especially Mrs. Cartelli and Mrs. Cosgrove, for organizing the event, and thank you also to the many parent volunteers.

Polk Street School Honored for Recycling

Legislator Vincent Muscarella and Councilman Ed Ambrosino visited Polk Street School last week to honor our Compact Kids and their efforts in recycling plastic bottles. Each week these students are responsible for collecting plastic bottles and containers that have been deposited in special orange recycling bins for pick-up. Special thank you to Mr. Nick Martelli, from Sanitation District #6, for his help in organizing this project. As we celebrate Earth Day, Polk Street School reminds everyone to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle!

Career Day 2009

On Friday, April 3rd, fifth and sixth grade students participated in Career Day. Sponsored by the PTA, and organized by Mr. Riccobono, students participated in workshops, wherein guest speakers shared information about their careers. Speakers were parents and relatives of our students. A classical singer, an aerobics instructor and a physicist were just a few of the career choices presented to students. Thank you especially to Mrs. Stollberger and Mr. Riccobono for all the work they did to make this day happen.

Polk Street School Wellness March

As fitness month winds down, staff and students at Polk Street School participated in a Wellness March. All took a walk around the block and then gathered on the blacktop to make a lifetime commitment to fitness and "seal it" by blowing bubbles into the air. Enjoy this short video that highlights the events of the afternoon. What is your commitment to fitness?

Essay Contest Winners

We at Polk Street School are proud of our Frankin Square Historical Society Essay Contest winners. They were honored, along with nine other Franklin Square School District students, at the 27th annual awards ceremony held at Washington Street School on March 25th. This year's essay contest topic was, "What I Would Do in the World Today if I Were an Adult". Congratulations to each of them on this fine achievement.

The "National Circus Project" Visits PSS

For three days this past week, The National Circus Project taught and entertained students and staff at Polk Street School. All were treated to an assembly on Wednesday. Over the next few days, each class then participated in smaller, hands-on workshops, where they got to try out juggling, plate-spinning, and stilt-walking, to name just a few of the circus type activities presented. Thank you to the PSS PTA, especially Mrs. Keeling, for bringing this exciting experience to Polk Street School. Take a few moments to watch as students and staff participate in "The Greatest Show on Earth!" What is your favorite circus act?

First Graders Dance!

The Book of the Month for March is "Giraffe's Can't Dance". Mrs. Brotschol and Miss Farrell's first grade class sets out to prove that they CAN dance! Enjoy the video and let us know what makes YOU feel like dancing!

Polk Street School's Commitment to Fitness!

At an assembly today, Polk Street School kicked off its Commitment to Fitness initiative for the month of March. The audience learned of the many events that will be taking place over the course of the month, sang a song taught to them by Mrs. Abiuso and enjoyed a video, starring students and staff, promoting fitness. Take a moment now to enjoy the video as we embark on this worthwhile initiative. As always, let us know what you think!

The Kindergarten Celebrates the 100th Day!

It's the 100th Day of School, and the Kindergarten classes at Polk Street School invite you to join in on their celebration. Happy 100th Day!

Yes We Can!

Fifth grade students in Miss Fazio's class and Mrs. Magan's class share the hopes and dreams they have for the future, as we begin a new chapter in American history!

Advice to President Obama

Mrs. Stanco's 5th grade class gives some advice to President Obama. Thank you to Mrs. Stanco and her class for submitting this video.

The Sixth Grade Erupts Volcanos!

Listen and watch as a group of sixth grade students share an exciting experience they had in the Science Lab.

Inauguration Day 2009

Spirits were soaring at Polk Street School on Inauguration Day 2009. Students in Kindergarten through sixth grade came together in classrooms throughout the building to view, many on interactive whiteboards, this historic event . Listen and watch as the staff and students at Polk Street School celebrate this proud moment in our nation's history. What advice do you have for our new president? Why don't you share your thoughts by posting a comment.