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Grade 4 students in Meredith Oppenheimer and Erin Bulson’s Grade 4 class at Lenape Elementary kicked off the school year by exploring place value through the Bridges in Mathematics program—with a fascinating twist! Alongside our modern number system, students discovered the world of ancient Egyptian numerals and explored the many ways humans have represented numbers throughout history and across cultures.

From ancient Egyptian numerals and Incan quipus to modern-day emoji symbols, students discovered that there are many creative ways to communicate mathematical ideas. Inspired by their learning, many students took on an exciting challenge: designing their own base-10 number systems! Students created original symbols, explained their systems to classmates, developed worksheets for their peers, and even led activities using their invented symbols to explore place value and operations.

This rigorous project called for creativity, perseverance, collaboration, and a deep understanding of place value. Most importantly, students became teachers themselves—sharing their knowledge, learning from their classmates, and reflecting on their own learning along the way.

We are so proud of these young mathematicians for embracing a challenge, taking ownership of their learning, and showing us just how creative, collaborative, and engaging mathematics can be!

School spirit was on full display at New Paltz High School on September 25!

Students filled the stands for an outdoor pep rally that kicked off with a performance by the school's marching band. Then, it was time for some friendly competition as students represented their classes in a pie-eating contest, tug-of-war, musical chairs, and a relay race.

From the competitors on the field to the classmates enthusiastically cheering them on from the bleachers, school pride could be felt throughout the afternoon!

New Paltz High School students from all grade levels came together on September 25 for a Community Lunch filled with food, fun, and school spirit! Students enjoyed games and activities while spending time with friends and connecting with classmates. The event was a great way to build community and kick off an exciting afternoon before the school’s pep rally.

Students in our first Work-Based Learning (WBL) class taught by Jess Fredericks and Joe Dolan participated in the grand opening of the Ship (InternSHIP) at New Paltz High School. The WBL course is a year-long course where students learn and practice essential job skills, job shadow, and engage in career exploration. Students have also created a marketing “company,” so they can launch marketing campaigns, beginning with our winter sports program. In the second semester, students are placed in 1x1 internships with our local business partners to give students hands-on experiences working in potential career pathways.

Students designed the Ship to include separate workspaces for different needs - meeting rooms, independent work spaces, virtual meeting spaces — and immediately began utilizing the space.