Principal
About Our School
First Avenue School has been the proud recipient of numerous awards for improvement of student achievement and school climate. Our school has high expectations for each of our students and provides them with challenging and stimulating educational experiences that enhance their educational growth through our powerful learning philosophy as well as a wide variety of extra curricular activities.
Our ethnically diverse student body receives Bilingual, ESL, Special Education and Resource Room instruction as well as four (4) self-contained Autistic classrooms and a comprehensive Developmental Program. Each of these academic programs is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and the Newark Public Schools Educational Plan.
Welcome Back Letter
Dear Parents/Guardians,
I hope you are enjoying your summer! Please be mindful that the first day of school for all students (both in-person and virtual learners) is September 8, 2020. Although this school year will be different than any we’ve experienced in the past, it is crucial that your child/children attend school every single day, either in-person or virtually/remotely. If you choose to send your child in-person, school will be held 5 days a week. When we reach capacity, remaining students will be added to virtual/remote learning.
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Welcome…
…to First Avenue School! FAS is a Pre-K through Eighth Grade school located in the North Ward section of the city of Newark. FAS focuses on academic standards aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Please peruse the information about First Avenue School as well as the links and other resources for teachers, students and parents.
Bienvenidos…
…a la Escuela Primera Avenida! La escuela Primera Avenida es una de Pre-K hasta el octavo grado y es ubicada en la sección norte de la ciudad de Newark. La escuela Primera Avenida se centra en los estándares académicos alineados con los Estándares Estatales Comunes. Por favor,estudie la información sobre la Escuela Primera Avenida, así como enlaces y otros recursos para maestros, estudiantes y padres.
Our School in the News
First Avenue Returns to In-Person Instruction
Newark Music Students Gifted Keyboards To Use During Remote Classes
Virtual Career Day 2020
