Welcome to Archer Street
255 Archer Street
Freeport, NY 11520
Tel:. 516-867-5250
(Grades K to 4)
9:15 AM - 3:45 PM
Principal
Paula Lein
516-867-5250 |
Assistant Principal
Judith Friedman
516-867-5289 |
The School, built in 1909, was expanded in 1969, and received an additional wing structure in 2000. The Archer Street School is a classic two-story structure that welcomes families with graceful landscaping and a bright red awning. The spacious media center, modern computer lab and high tech printing press, allow children to build literacy skills in mathematics and technology.
The Philosophy of the Archer Street School provides powerful learning experiences for authentic student learning, meaningful staff development and high quality parental and community involvement. Archer’s community of learners is committed to working together. Children are engaged in authentic learning and assessment, teaching them the values of accountability. They learn how to listen, speak and write using critical thinking skills and their unique talents.
The Theme, Language Arts, Mathematics and Technology, is the catalyst for developing an inter-disciplinary, multimedia approach to support each child’s academic development. In a safe and supportive environment that nurtures social and emotional competencies along with curriculum based instruction, the children develop high expectations for achievement. Children’s positive self-esteem and a love for learning are fostered through such programs as Book of the Month, Seasonal Read-In Celebrations, Million Minutes of Reading and the Green Light Program. Our state of the art technology – Smartboards, laptops and video-conferencing – enables us to develop interactive multi-disciplinary learning projects such as our DVD Yearbook. Family activities such as Puente, Math Family Night, Game and Dessert Night, and Dr. Seuss Read Across America help create a strong sense of community within our school.
Freeport’s Bayview and Archer Street schools raise over $4,000 for charity
On the days leading up to Thanksgiving, the students and staff from Freeport Public Schools’ Archer Street and Bayview Avenue elementary schools spent their time making a difference through their annual Turkey Trots. This year, the schools raised funds for the American Red Cross and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
At Bayview Elementary on Nov. 25, students and staff gathered outside to trot around the school building in celebration of their fundraising efforts. With music playing and special visitors cheering them on, Principal Kelly Fairclough and Assistant Principal Stephanie Berg expressed their pride in the students for raising nearly $1,700 for the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
On Nov. 26, the rain could not dampen the excitement of the annual Archer Street Turkey Trot. With students and staff wearing festive holiday hats, carrying Thanksgiving-themed flags and posters, they paraded through the hallways, showing the true meaning of the holiday. Their efforts resulted in an impressive $2,400 donation to the American Red Cross.
Through their dedication and generosity, the Archer and Bayview’s students and staff are making a difference in their community this Thanksgiving season.
Archer Street Students Promote Diversity and Acceptance
Freeport’s Archer Street Elementary School third and fourth grade students engaged with student ambassadors from the Henry Viscardi School on Oct. 16.
Located in Albertson, the Henry Viscardi School is a specialized educational facility that supports children with severe orthopedic disabilities offering extensive support and a teaching community dedicated to empowering students.
During the visit, student ambassadors Mary Ogbo and Lauren Richardson shared their personal experiences living with disabilities and educated the Archer Street students on disability etiquette and broadened their understanding of the disability community.
Joe Slaninka, head of the Viscardi Ambassador Program, also spoke to the students. “We are here today to teach you about how we live with a disability and about our school. We want you to ask questions, gain understanding to create a more compassionate and kind community for all.”
The interactive session allowed Archer Street students to ask thoughtful questions, fostering a non-judgmental setting to explore what it means to live with a disability. The exchange helped break down barriers and reiterated the importance of inclusion for all.
