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Traphagen students explore exciting professions at Career Day

A group of children gather around a police vehicle with officers, while trees and buildings form the background.
Traphagen students explore exciting professions at Career Day

Today, Traphagen celebrated Career Day! School Counselor Stephanie Martino organized an exciting day filled with a variety of careers and engaging activities for students to explore and enjoy. Participating professions included representatives from the airline industry, the Fire Department, the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, the Mount Vernon Police Department, and Mount Vernon speech-language pathologists.

“We would also like to extend a special thank you to our Parent Liaison for coordinating the participation of the Police and Fire Departments,” said Principal Carol Quinones-Dixon. “Ms. Martino, thank you for inspiring our scholars to envision the many career possibilities they can pursue.”

Children in the foreground gather around firefighters and fire trucks in the background under a bright, sunny sky.
A young girl in a firefighter's hat and a blue backpack stands on a gymnasium floor, with tables and people visible in the background.
A firefighter smiles as a child in a helmet sits beside him inside a fire truck.
A smiling firefighter in full gear stands in front of a red fire truck with "LADDER 62" visible.
In the foreground, children in red hats gather around a table with various items, while in the background, a woman in a suit and a man with a device are present in a gymnasium.


 

A group of children gather around a police vehicle with officers, while trees and buildings form the background.
Traphagen students explore exciting professions at Career Day

Today, Traphagen celebrated Career Day! School Counselor Stephanie Martino, organized an exciting day filled with a variety of careers and engaging activities for students to explore and enjoy. Participating professions included representatives from the airline industry, the Fire Department, the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, the Mount Vernon Police Department, and Mount Vernon speech-language pathologists.

Traphagen School third-graders celebrated at Honor Roll assembly
Traphagen School third-graders celebrated at Honor Roll assembly

Traphagen School proudly celebrated its third-grade Honor Roll recipients during a special assembly on Monday, May 11, recognizing scholars for their hard work, dedication and achievements in the classroom. Ms. DeSalvo and Ms. Sansevera honored each student with thoughtful remarks that highlighted for the unique strengths and accomplishments they have demonstrated as learners.

Snapshot of Mother's Day celebration at Traphagen School.
Traphagen School celebrates Mother's Day in full bloom

Traphagen celebrated mothers and mother figures with a special breakfast. Our moms delighted in sharing this memorable experience with their children, filling the room with smiles, laughter, and pure joy. They also enjoyed time together painting pots and planting flowers —It was a morning to remember, made even more special by the love and warmth shared between our students and the incredible women in their lives.

A large group of children and adults gathered in front of a historic-looking building, with a grassy area and paved walkway in the foreground.
Traphagen School third graders receive valuable history lesson at Luangisa African Museum

On Friday, April 10, third-grade Traphagen School students from Ms. DeSalvo’s and Ms. Sansevera’s classes enjoyed an enriching and memorable visit to the Luangisa African Museum and Cultural Arts Center. During their visit, Ms. Luangisa – along with her community of friends – warmly welcomed the classes and immediately made both students and teachers feel comfortable and engaged. The students explored a variety of authentic artifacts, deepening their understanding of African history and culture. A highlight of the trip was participating in African drumming through song, where students experienced rhythm and tradition in a hands-on and engaging way.

A classroom setting with students and a teacher engaged in a learning activity, surrounded by educational posters and materials on the walls.
Students at Traphagen use math to plan menu for party

Math is everywhere, even when you’re throwing a party! Rebecca Challop’s fifth-grade students at Traphagen School were engaged in a collaborative math lesson last week in which they created a party menu using an itemized list of party supplies. Students applied multiple math operations to develop and manage a budget while working together to make decisions. Throughout the activity, they practiced collaboration by compromising, justifying their choices, and explaining the mathematical reasoning behind their decisions.

 
The image shows a classroom setting with a group of young students sitting on the floor, engaged in what appears to be a learning activity or discussion. The classroom is filled with various educational materials and displays, including a large screen displaying the number "10".
Traphagen kindergarteners use math tools to compare numbers

Ms. Genie Ernst, a kindergarten teacher at Traphagen School, conducted a hands-on math lesson last week in which students demonstrated their understanding of comparing greater numbers. Using math tools such as number paths and ten frames, students worked collaboratively to solve problems, listened attentively to one another, posed thoughtful questions, and explained their reasoning. The lesson highlighted both student engagement and the development of strong foundational math skills.