Lenox and Plaza Recognized as National PTA Schools of Excellence in Newsday
"Nine Long Island schools have been named 2020-22 Schools of Excellence by the National PTA"
The schools are among 23 statewide and 351 nationwide to receive the designation, which recognizes "strong partnerships between local PTAs and schools that are enriching the educational experience and overall well-being for all students," the National PTA said.
The selected schools are Lynbrook Middle School, Lenox and Plaza elementary schools in Baldwin, Dutch Broadway Elementary School in Elmont, Stanley D. Saltzman East Memorial School in Farmingdale, East Lake Elementary School in Massapequa Park, Meadow Drive Elementary School in Albertson, Old Bethpage Elementary School, and Ogden Elementary School in Valley Stream.
"More than ever, it is essential that we have a solid partnership between our schools, families and community where we can collaborate and communicate effectively for the benefit of our children's future," said Shari Camhi, superintendent of the Baldwin School District, which had two schools honored.